Development Resource Manager

OHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.

Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.

Our Core Values:  Collaboration – Compassion – Equity – Integrity – Leadership – Transparency.

• Working Condition: Hybrid > This position has some requirements for in-person work.

• This is a permanent, full time, management service position.

• This position requires both a resume and a cover letter, the cover letter will need to address the desired attributes listed in this job posting.

The primary purpose of this position is to direct and manage Development Resources a team of seven (7) staff as they develop, implement, and improve affordable rental housing programs consistent with the priorities of the Agency.  Program development and implementation assist in meeting the Agency’s goals; build and maintain relationships with the governor’s office, legislature, key stakeholders, and other critical partner groups that enable the Department to gain acceptance and support of program delivery and policy implementation that effectively meets the needs of low-income Oregonians across the state.  This position also provides critical analysis, input, and development on Department key pieces of legislation that either directly or indirectly impact the Agency and / or its partners.  This position will advise through the analysis of complex issues; will review, recommend, and implement best practices; develop communication protocols to relay consistent branding and message content to inform internal and external stakeholders on new programs and changes to existing programs. May serve as backup to the Assistant Director of Development Resources.

Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

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The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:

• Expert level experience in affordable housing finance and development

• Experience working with federal resources (ex. HOME, federal Housing Trust Fund (HTF), federal Low-income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC))

• Expert level knowledge of program administration, development, and implementation

• Experience as a manager.

• Experience learning and utilizing technology and data systems.

• Budgeting experience

• Experience promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices in the workplace.

You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package

• A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.

• An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.

• including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan ().

• The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors. Please see the website for more information.

*These dates are approximate and may change. *

• Recruitment Closes: 7/11/2024

• Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going

• Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going

• 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 07/29/2024

• 2nd Round of Interviews: (If needed)

• Anticipated Start Date: 09/03/2024

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

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• REQUIRED: Attach your most up-to-date Resume. Please ensure your Workday profile matches your submitted resume.

• REQUIRED: Attach a Cover Letter that demonstrates how you meet the “Desired Attributes” for this position.

• A Cover Letter that does not meet the required criteria will be graded as ineligible.

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Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon’s housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty. Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.

OHCS is placing a greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the . The plan articulates the extent of Oregon's housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.

OHCS released its to update the agency’s significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan.

To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website:

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.  OHCS’s vision for the state is that all Oregonians have the opportunity to pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.

OHCS’s Affordable Rental Housing Division serves as the state’s housing finance agency. OHCS provides financial support to create and preserve quality, affordable rental housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate incomes. The Affordable Rental Housing Division administers federal, and state funded multifamily rental housing resources to facilitate the increased availability of safe, decent, affordable housing for Oregonians with low incomes. This includes the development of new multifamily rental units and the acquisition and rehabilitation of multifamily rental units; the preservation of existing subsidized multifamily rental housing and the long-term maintenance of affordable rental housing through asset management and compliance, as well as managing HUD Section 8 Contract for the state of Oregon.

The Development Resources of the Affordable Rental Housing division administers federal, and state funded affordable rental housing resources to facilitate the increased availability and preservation of safe, decent, and affordable housing for Oregonians with low and extremely low incomes.  The Development Resources section develops, implements, and continually improves programs that meet the community needs and align with the Statewide Housing Plan.  The section administers competitive and non-competitive processes to award resources to eligible affordable rental housing projects. The section ensures policy objectives are met while meeting local needs and statewide priorities. The section also ensures long-term affordability through its award of state and federal resources.  The section processes funding applications, reviews financial feasibility, subsidy layering, construction progress, and lease-up.

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• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the page for more details.

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• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

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• Veteran’s Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: .