Senior Director, Housing Operations & Programs

City-of-Tucso; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Defined benefit pension (5-year vest)

457(b) plan

Job summary

City of Tucson is seeking an executive to oversee Housing Operations, including Housing Choice Voucher, Public and Affordable Housing, and Housing First programs. The role leads division administrators, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives financial sustainability and measurable housing outcomes.

Reporting to the HCD Director, you will guide policy, risk management, and cross-department collaboration, shaping homelessness solutions in the Tucson area while managing multi-year budgets and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Five years of relevant experience.
• Equivalency option: year-for-year substitution accepted.
• Preferred: seven+ years administering public housing, rental assistance, or related programs.
• Master’s degree and certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs Housing Operations divisions through administrators and managers; sets goals and priorities.
• Oversees HCV operations, public/affordable housing, and Housing First.
• Manages budgets, forecasts, and funding for subsidies, compliance, and performance.
• Advises the Director on policy, risks, and organizational changes.
• Coordinates with partners and stakeholders to address homelessness and housing stability.

Skills

Executive leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Policy guidance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

City of Tucson is seeking an executive to oversee Housing Operations, including Housing Choice Voucher, Public and Affordable Housing, and Housing First programs. The role leads division administrators, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives financial sustainability and measurable housing outcomes.

Reporting to the HCD Director, you will guide policy, risk management, and cross-department collaboration, shaping homelessness solutions in the Tucson area while managing multi-year budgets and