Executive Director/Managing Agent, Southwick Housing Authority

The Southwick Housing Authority (SHA) seeks an experienced and innovative executive director, or managing agent, to lead and manage its programs, properties, and contracts. The SHA owns and operates forty-eight (48) units of Ch. 667 state-aided elderly/handicapped public housing, six (6) units of Ch. 705 state-aided family housing, and fourteen (14) units of Chapter 689 and 167 housing.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Two years’ experience in public or private housing, community development, public administration, non-profit administration or a related field that demonstrates strong management and organizational skills. Knowledge of the principles and practices of housing management, finances and maintenance systems in public or private housing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Willingness to work with people of various socio-economic backgrounds. Willingness and interest in working with tenants on a personal level. 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 an MPHA of an EOHLC-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.

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The work week is 18 hours per week and includes a generous benefit portfolio.