State External Affairs Director (Remote-friendly)

State-of-Michigan; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) seeks a Director of External Affairs, a State Office Administrator 17. The incumbent will guide the Communications Office and the Office of Market Research while shaping legislative strategy and activities to advance housing policy.

The role requires strong strategic thinking, relationship-building, and leadership. A remote/hybrid schedule may be possible based on performance, but duties are performed in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or equivalent and two years of supervisory or advanced-level safety and regulatory or law enforcement role.
• OR a bachelor’s degree in any major and at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain effective working relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials, media professionals, and stakeholders in the housing ecosystem.
• Provide direction and support to the Communications Office and the Office of Market Research.
• Oversee the Authority’s legislative strategy and activities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship-building

Leadership

Policy knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent + 2 years supervisory/regulatory experience

Bachelor’s degree in any major + 2 years in professional management or program/staff specialist role

Job description

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) seeks a Director of External Affairs, a State Office Administrator 17. The incumbent will guide the Communications Office and the Office of Market Research while shaping legislative strategy and activities to advance housing policy.

The role requires strong strategic thinking, relationship-building, and leadership. A remote/hybrid schedule may be possible based on performance, but duties are performed in Michigan.