Visionary Housing Director: Equity‑Led Community Solutions

City of Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 182,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portland seeks an experienced, visionary Housing Director to lead the Housing Bureau, overseeing affordability, homelessness, shelter, and homeownership initiatives for the City. The director will unify programs, manage capital investments and federal funds, and build an effective delivery system that advances housing justice and equity for Portland residents.

As the city’s chief housing official, the director leads PHB, partners with elected officials, community organizations, and

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in public housing, affordable housing development, shelter services, or related areas of the housing continuum is required.
• A strong understanding of the social, political, and environmental issues influencing the housing continuum is essential, along with demonstrated experience in public administration, financial management, development, and long-range planning in a complex community.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills are essential, including the ability to build trust, advance equity, navigate complex and diverse stakeholder interests, and develop productive partnerships across organizational, political, and community boundaries.

Job description

The City of Portland seeks an experienced, visionary Housing Director to lead the Housing Bureau, overseeing affordability, homelessness, shelter, and homeownership initiatives for the City. The director will unify programs, manage capital investments and federal funds, and build an effective delivery system that advances housing justice and equity for Portland residents.

As the city’s chief housing official, the director leads PHB, partners with elected officials, community organizations, and