Senior Director, Affordable Housing Development - Atlanta

National Church Residences; Atlanta (GA); Sur place; USD 140 000 - 210 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical & Rx

Dental & Vision

Life & ADD insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Résumé du poste

National Church Residences in Atlanta, GA seeks a Senior Director of Affordable Housing Development to lead the Georgia senior housing pipeline across deal sourcing, underwriting, entitlements, financing, and closing.

The role blends development execution with external networking to build partnerships, manage a small team, and advance high-quality, financially sustainable senior housing in the market.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in affordable housing or multifamily real estate development.
• Demonstrated LIHTC experience (9% and/or 4%).
• Direct people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of affordable housing finance, underwriting, entitlement and zoning.

Responsabilités

• Source, evaluate, and advance 2–5 senior affordable housing development opportunities annually.
• Lead projects from concept through LIHTC application, entitlements, financing, and closing.
• Close a minimum of two LIHTC transactions per year (9% or 4%), acquisitions, refinances, or other revenue-generating transactions.
• Oversee zoning, entitlement, and approval processes with municipal and state agencies.

Connaissances

LIHTC experience

People management

Strategic planning

Financial underwriting

Formation

Master’s degree in Real Estate/Finance/Urban Planning/Business or related

Outils

Excel

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

Description du poste

**Senior Director, Affordable Housing Development (Atlanta, GA)****Location:** Atlanta, Georgia (Must reside in Georgia) **Travel:** ~20% **Reports to:** Vice President, Affordable Housing Development**About the Role**National Church Residences is seeking a **Senior Director of Affordable Housing Development** to lead and expand our **Senior Affordable Housing development pipeline in Georgia**, with a primary focus on the Atlanta market. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across the full development lifecycle, from deal sourcing and underwriting through entitlements, financing, and closing.The ideal candidate is a **strategic planner, self-starter, and relationship builder** with deep experience in affordable housing development. Approximately **60% of the role focuses on development execution** and **40% on external networking, partnerships, and deal origination**.This position directly supervises a small development team and plays a key role in advancing National Church Residences’ mission to expand high-quality, financially sustainable senior affordable housing in core markets.**Key Responsibilities****Development Leadership*** Source, evaluate, and advance **2–5 senior affordable housing development opportunities annually*** Lead projects from concept through **LIHTC application, entitlements, financing, and closing*** Successfully close **a minimum of two LIHTC transactions per year** (9% or 4%), acquisitions, refinances, or other revenue-generating transactions* Prepare and manage **financial underwriting, budgets, and pro forma models** through board approval* Create, analyze, and negotiate **deal summaries, purchase & sale agreements, and key transaction documents*** Oversee zoning, entitlement, and approval processes with municipal and state agencies* Manage third-party consultants (architects, engineers, market analysts, attorneys, etc.)* Partner with Pre-Construction to guide **design development, construction estimating, and cost-benefit analysis*** Track and manage project milestones using **Smartsheet** and other project management tools* Participate in internal **investment committee and strategic planning** processes**Networking, Partnerships & Market Presence*** Build and maintain strong relationships with: + Affordable housing owners and developers + Government agencies and housing authorities + Brokers, lenders, investors, and municipal stakeholders* Represent National Church Residences in **community meetings, public hearings, and stakeholder presentations*** Identify off-market and strategic development opportunities* Strengthen the organization’s presence and reputation in Georgia’s affordable housing market**Required Qualifications*** **7+ years** of experience in **affordable housing or multifamily real estate development*** **Demonstrated LIHTC experience** (9% and/or 4%)* Direct **people management experience*** Strong knowledge of: + Affordable housing finance and underwriting + Entitlement and zoning processes + Budgeting and construction cost analysis* Proven ability to **create and negotiate deal terms*** Proficiency in **Excel, Microsoft Office**, and **Smartsheet*** Strategic thinker with strong execution skills* Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with limited oversight* Must **live in Georgia** and be able to travel up to **20%****Preferred*** **Master’s degree** in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Business, or related field* Experience with **Cost-Plus / CM at Risk** contractor procurement* Background working with cross-functional teams (design, construction, finance, legal)**Core Competencies*** Strategic planning & execution* Affordable housing development expertise* Financial analysis & budgeting* Deal negotiation & relationship management* High emotional intelligence (EQ) and team leadership* Self-starter mindset with strong accountability**Work Environment*** Office-based with regional travel* High financial responsibility and decision-making impact* General supervision with significant autonomy**In return, National Church Residences offers an excellent total reward package that includes:*** **Medical & Rx** – 3 plan options to fit your budget; choose from coverage offered through a Nationwide network for you and your family + Complimented with a **Healthcare Flexible Spending Account** or **Employer funded Health Savings Account** + Includes **Fertility & Family Building Support**, **Weight Management**, and **Chronic Condition Support** + **Parental Leave paid at 100%** for four weeks + **Coverage begins first of the month following your date of hire!*** **Dental** & **Vision** coverage for you and your family with Nationwide providers* **Company provided** **Life & ADD** insurance and **Disability** coverage* **Voluntary benefits** such as **Life & ADD** for you and your family, **Accident Insurance**, **Hospital Indemnity**, **Critical Illness**, and **Pet Coverage*** **Flexible Spending Accounts** for Dependent Care (with company match) and Transportation & Parking* **Well-being Programs** including an enhanced EAP with **mental health and work-life support**, **tobacco cessation**, and **Well-Being Your Way** which offers up to **$1000/year in rewards & reimbursements**!* **3-4-5 Retirement Program** offering **immediate company funding at 3%, increasing up to 5% over time** and an **additional company match up to 5%** when you contribute your own funds!* Reimbursement for Tuition expenses* Paid Time Off (**PTO**) and **9 paid Holidays****All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.**