City of Battle Creek, Michigan · 1 day ago
Battle Creek Housing Commission Chief Executive Officer
Battle Creek, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$104K/yr - $136K/yr
5+ years expThe City of Battle Creek is seeking a Chief Executive Officer for the Battle Creek Housing Commission. The CEO will provide overall leadership, administration, and management of activities to support the Commission’s mission of providing affordable quality housing and improving community well-being.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, overseeing organization operations and long-term planning, while managing relationships with residents, public agencies, private partners, and the community
Responsibly lead and execute the business of the Battle Creek Housing Commission and its associated Non-Profit Entities under the general direction of the Battle Creek Housing Commission Board of Commissioners, Federal and State laws, formal agreements, by-laws, regulations, internal policies and procedures
Collaborate with the Board to lead strategic planning and implement goals and strategies that further advance the agency’s mission. Maintain a close level of contact with members of the Board keeping them informed of current matters and consulting with them as needed on matters of policy and operations
Responsible for the development and management of personnel and the $4.3M annual operating budget
Skillfully balance the needs and expectations of the Authority’s three core stakeholder Groups
Serve as the Secretary of the Battle Creek Housing Commission, preparing the meeting agenda, minutes, and related duties in accordance with by-laws of such commission
Develop, monitor, modify and supervise the execution of organizational policy and procedures
Enforce/adhere to applicable laws, guidance of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and resolutions of the Housing Commission
Implement an inspection and maintenance program to determine property maintenance requirements, both routine and non-routine, for all developments
Responsible for correspondence between all governmental agencies, including the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.NAHRO, PHADA, MHDA, and advocate legislatively as determined to be beneficial to the
Support citywide initiatives for housing infrastructure, and sustainability
Maintain communication and working relationships with other local housing authorities, Battle Creek Housing Commission
Participate in area, regional and national conferences as related to the activities of the Housing Commission and any subsidiary entities that may be formed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with concentration in business administration, social science, urban planning and/or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience management of enterprise, funds, personnel, material and property
Demonstrated experience in financial management techniques and procedures, including preparation and execution of budgets and attendant controls
Executive level skills in leadership, management, and direct supervision
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills interacting with residents, community partners, elected officials, city, state, and federal partners, and the Board of Commissioners (oral, written, and presentation skills)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with constituencies, including applicants/residents, employees, board members, regulatory agencies, and the community at large
Outstanding initiative, resourcefulness, dependability, business judgment and the ability to assume a high level of public responsibility
Ability to cultivate a positive work environment and inspire staff to the highest level of professional excellence where coaching and mentoring cultivates leadership at all levels
Superior tact, diplomacy, and judgement
Time management, organization, and prioritization skills
Skilled delegator who balances oversight with empowerment and trust
Thorough knowledge of HUD programs including conventional public housing/RAD PBV/Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, VASH, Homeownership, and the investment of funds, purchasing, property management, real property acquisition, working with government representatives, public agencies and the general public
Thorough knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws and ordinances and procedural requirements as they relate to all aspects of Housing Commission responsibilities, including housing management and maintenance, resident management, collections, accounting, budgeting, processes and procedures for complaints in tenancy proceedings, community development, development of human resources among residents, providing social and community services and related activity as may be necessary in the execution of goals
Preferred
Master's degree
Benefits
Michigan Employees’ Retirement System (MERS) Defined Contribution Plan (BCHC 6% Match)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Health & Dental insurance
Life, Dependent Life, and Accidental Death Insurance
Longevity Pay
Annual Holidays
Generous Vacation leave
A variety of voluntary optional benefits including Vision
Company
City of Battle Creek, Michigan
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501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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