Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee · 7 hours ago
Secretary-Executive Director
809 N BROADWAY - MILWAUKEE, WI 53202
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expHousing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) is seeking a Secretary–Executive Director (S-ED) to serve as its chief executive. This role is responsible for strategic direction, organizational performance, financial stewardship, and overseeing public housing and resident services.
CommunitiesNon ProfitResidential
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a multi-year strategic plan aligned to HACM’s mission, CNI commitments, the HUD Recovery Agreement, and the Sustainability Plan
Serve as corporate secretary: prepare agendas, board books, policies, resolutions, and minutes; maintain records; ensure compliance with applicable open meetings, ethics, and public records requirements
Advise and brief the Board on program performance, risks, audits, finance, capital needs, and policy issues; implement Board directives with fidelity and speed
Foster a high-performance, values-driven culture emphasizing equity, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Ensure high-quality delivery of Public Housing and HCV programs, including occupancy, eligibility, waitlist management, inspections/HQS, portability, landlord engagement, and customer experience
Oversee property management (in-house and third-party) and maintenance operations, including work order performance, unit turnaround, rent collections, REAC/NSPIRE readiness, and preventative maintenance
Direct resident services (Jobs Plus, FSS, Economic Mobility initiatives, youth/aging services) to produce measurable outcomes in employment, earnings, education, health, and stability
Lead modernization and capital projects to address aging assets; coordinate energy efficiency, sustainability, and resilience investments
Advance the CNI transformation plan and other revitalization initiatives; structure transactions (e.g., LIHTC, RAD/Section 18/220/221(d)(4), mixed-finance) with public/private/philanthropic partners
Conduct portfolio analysis; recommend repositioning strategies (rehab, redevelopment, acquisition, conversion, or disposition) to strengthen long-term financial and physical viability
Negotiate and manage development agreements, ground leases, and regulatory/finance documents with counsel and partners
Oversee multi-fund, multi-program budgeting, cash flow, and financial reporting; ensure clean audits and timely filings
Maintain compliance with HUD regulations, PIH notices, 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance), procurement policies, fair housing and civil rights requirements, and applicable state/local regulations
Implement internal controls, risk management, and enterprise-wide policies (financial, IT/cybersecurity, privacy/HIPAA where applicable, safety)
Manage relationships with HUD Field Office, elected officials, City agencies, funders, lenders, and regulators
Lead and develop a team of executives and managers; recruit, coach, and evaluate performance; succession plan for key roles
Partner with HR on equity and inclusion, training, safety, and employee engagement
Promote a customer-service culture centered on dignity, respect, and timely resolution of resident concerns
Serve as HACM’s primary spokesperson; communicate proactively with residents, resident councils, landlords, neighborhood groups, media, and partners
Strengthen cross-sector partnerships with City departments, schools, workforce agencies, health systems, philanthropy, universities, and employers to expand opportunity pathways
Champion Milwaukee as a place to live, work, and invest—highlighting the city’s creative community, riverwalk, year-round attractions, festivals, and restaurant
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Business, Finance, Law, Real Estate, or a related field
8+ years of progressively responsible leadership within a Public Housing Authority, municipal/public agency, affordable housing, real estate development, or comparable complex enterprise, including executive-level responsibility for programs, people, and budgets
Demonstrated proficiency with HUD programs (Public Housing, HCV/Section 8; knowledge of RAD/Section 18 helpful), affordable housing finance (LIHTC, mixed-finance), capital planning, asset/property management, procurement, audit, and compliance
Proven success working with governing boards, elected officials, community stakeholders, staff, and residents; exceptional written/oral communication and public-facing presentation skills
Valid driver's license; ability to travel locally/regionally; ability to meet background and conflict-of-interest requirements
Preferred
Track record leading complex redevelopments and public-private partnerships, including CNI or similar neighborhood transformations
Certifications such as NAHRO/NMA PHM, HCV Specialist, Asset Management Specialist, IREM CPM, LIHTC (HCCP), or PMP
Experience operating under HUD corrective action, recovery, or performance improvement plans
Familiarity with Wisconsin public sector practices, open meetings/public records, and City/County intergovernmental coordination
Company
Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee provides housing assistance and social services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-02-21
2025-02-14
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