NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development · 1 day ago
Deputy Director for the Division of Housing Incentives, Inclusionary Housing, Universal Affordability Program
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$87K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expThe NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development promotes quality and affordability in housing for all New Yorkers. The Deputy Director will guide and oversee Inclusionary Housing transaction activities, focusing on the Universal Affordability Program, while managing a portfolio of projects to facilitate the development of permanently affordable housing.
CommunitiesGovernmentProperty DevelopmentReal Estate
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
In collaboration with the Director of Inclusionary Housing, UAP, Assistant Commissioner and senior management, oversee the development and implementation of Inclusionary Housing programs to meet the goals of Housing Blueprint, City of Yes for Housing Opportunity and other initiatives
Oversee and manage transactions in the IH Program pipeline, and ensure timely reviews, efficient closings and completions, operational effectiveness, and compliance with regulations, policies and procedures
Oversee aspects of IH projects including but not limited to:
Financial feasibility analysis and comprehensive underwriting review
Zoning analysis: ensure projects are in compliance with all applicable sections of the Zoning Resolution and Rules of the City of New York
Perform due diligence in accordance with HPD’s Integrity Review policies and procedures
Direct and conduct complex technical analyses related to the IH programs
Establish and maintain effective working relationships among staff, internal and external partners and stakeholders, and the general public
Manage and train staff, including establishing appropriate productivity measures, supporting staff in achieving programmatic and agency goals, promoting collaboration among staff, promoting high achievement and skill development/progression, overseeing staff in their performance of their responsibilities, and evaluating and providing constructive feedback to staff
Ensure quality control across all staff deliverables
In collaboration with the Director of Inclusionary Housing, UAP, actively participate in and lead discussions on improving program processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness; participate in requirements gathering, testing, and other processes with HPD Tech to support the development of new applications
Manage administrative functions such as setting productivity goals, tracking, reporting and compliance
Respond promptly to requests for information and oversee the production of detailed reports, memoranda, presentations, and written correspondence regarding projects, programs, new initiatives, or other special projects, as needed
Use sound judgment in flagging politically sensitive and complex inquiries for the Assistant Commissioner and/or other senior staff, and in interacting with outside parties, including other agencies and developers and their agents
In partnership with the Director of Inclusionary Housing, UAP and Assistant Commissioner, serve as the program’s liaison and representative to developers, banks, architects, attorneys, Community Boards, local organizations and other government agencies
Communicate any personnel issues to the Assistant Commissioner and Director of Inclusionary Housing, UAP in a timely manner
Collaborate with other HPD divisions to achieve agency goals, as well as to identify, monitor and/or resolve project, program, and policy issues
Qualification
Required
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and three years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in the development, appraisal, financing, negotiation, or disposition of real estate, or in real estate law, or in urban planning or analytical or coordination work related to housing programs; or
A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and seven years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in '1' above; or
A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. Graduate study in the field of urban studies, city planning, business or public administration, finance, architecture, engineering or other related fields may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience on the basis of 30 credits equaling one year of experience. Graduation from an accredited law school may be substituted for one year of the required experience. However, all candidates must have at least two years of experience as described above
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position
Candidates should have a record of achieving results in a fast-paced environment, experience managing programs as well as seeking ways to improve programs and procedures, strong financial analysis skills including financial modeling and financial statement analysis, strong managerial experience, and be detailed-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Candidates should also demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
A proven track-record of closing real estate transactions; a strong financial background, including underwriting experience
Knowledge of real estate development, affordable housing finance, various state, local, and federal affordable housing programs and guidelines, and knowledge of HPD development programs
Demonstrated analytical skills, and ability to work effectively with others to obtain results promptly
Demonstrated experience performing complex financial analyses; capability of utilizing and developing complex spreadsheets
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively in collaboration with and in the supervision of others
Strong facility with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Visio, Word) required
Candidates with a graduate degree in city planning, real estate development, urban studies, business or public administration, finance, architecture, engineering, or other related field are strongly preferred
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development
Established in 1978, the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the largest city housing preservation and development agency in the nation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ahmed Tigani
First Deputy Commissioner and Chief Diversity Officer
Dave Seliger
Chief Digital Equity Officer
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