Director of Housing and Economic Development

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 (Offer will be commensurate with experience)

Benefits offered for this opportunity: Non-Union Benefits Summary

Role Summary:

The Director of Housing and Economic Development is responsible for building and leading a development team and assuming responsibility for the successful completion of development projects from inception through financing, construction completion and lease-up/sales. Responsible for creating a vision and implementing strategies to maximize the impact of the City affordable housing millage, while ensuring community and mission-driven goals are met, including a focus on long-term sustainability, meeting appropriate development standards, and maintaining the values of the organization. Depending on the size and complexity of the development project, the AAHC may contract with a private developer, consultants and other professionals to work with the Director of Housing and Economic Development on development projects.

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 7 years progressively responsible experience in housing, community and/or economic development
• Minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience
• The City of Ann Arbor, at its discretion, may consider an alternative form of education and experience

Education, Training and Experience Preferred:

• Experience in real estate development in Michigan
• Experience with affordable housing development
• Experience with tax-exempt bond financing, 4% & 9% LIHTC financing
• Experience working in a union environment
• Experience with community outreach

Licensing Requirements:

• Have or be able to obtain Housing Development Financing Certification (National Development Council or Equivalent Certification) within 2 years of hire.

View Additional Requirements and Information at: Director of Housing and Economic Development Job Description