Executive Director

The Natick Housing Authority (NHA) seeks a highly qualified and experienced Executive Director to lead and manage its programs, properties, and contracts. The NHA owns and manages 529 units which are subsidized by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) and the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), including 305 Ch. 667 elderly units; 52 Ch. 200 family units, 102 Federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP); 13 MRVP State rental vouchers; 37 Ch. 705 family units; and 20 Ch. 689 group home units.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Six years’ experience in public or private housing, community development, public administration, non-profit administration or a closely related field that demonstrates strong management and organization skills. Evidence of effective leadership and private industry business skills will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Strong management and organizational skills desired. At least three years’ supervisory experience of a staff of seven or more is required. Excellent written and verbal skills necessary to effectively communicate with local officials, boards, residents, service providers, and funding agencies. Demonstrated record of creativity and innovation strongly desired. Working knowledge of fiscal management, maintenance systems, personnel, and administrative management systems in public or private housing is desirable. A working knowledge of local, state, and federal governmental procedures and regulations as they relate to housing development, construction and the management of housing operations is desirable but not required and may be substitute by high-level business or other administrative experience. Experience working with people of various socio-economic backgrounds. While not required for hiring, certification as a property manager or similar classification by a nationally recognized housing or real estate organization or by certification as a MPHA of an Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities approved Massachusetts Public Housing Administrator Certification Program is desirable or must be obtained within the first year of employment. Diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.

Required Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary Range: $110,000 - $123,049

For a complete job description go to:

https://natickha.org/employment/

How to Apply/Contact

Candidates should apply in confidence by emailing a cover letter and resume to EDSearch@natickha.org.

Deadline to apply is close of business on May 25, 2026.

The Natick Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.