Assistant Director of Public Housing
Salary
$90,897.07 Annually
Location
San Antonio, TX
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2016-02480
Department
Property Management - PH
Division
Property Management - PH
Opening Date
05/12/2026
Closing Date
5/27/2026 5:00 PM Central
Description
The Assistant Director is a senior management position responsible for performing advanced leadership and management work of considerable difficulty. The Assistant Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing public housing management programs that include property management, maintenance, asset management, and Capital Fund management. Monitors and meets goals regarding resident satisfaction, occupancy, vacancy turnover, rent collection, maintenance, staffing, and regulatory requirements. The Assistant Director is responsible for budget overview and maintenance and oversees the functions of multiple-family and/or senior citizen housing developments in numerous complexes and/or administrative functions in support of operations. The Assistant Director models and ensures high performance and customer service delivery consistent with the agencys mission, vision, and values. Maintains and develops third-party relationships with stakeholders, neighborhood associations, and other related entities and assists in the development of strategic planning.
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties + Responsibilities
The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned as needed. These essential functions require a consistent presence in the work environment on a regular basis, and regular attendance must be maintained.
Ensures that staff meets monthly, quarterly, and annual goals supporting the agencys vision and mission. The goals include maintaining a high customer satisfaction rating, a high occupancy rate, a high rent collection rate, a quick turnaround of vacancies, timely completion of maintenance work orders, completing all re-certifications of resident eligibility in a timely and audit-proof manner, and ensuring that properties achieve a high-performer status according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developments (HUD) benchmarks.
Monitors the management, maintenance, and rehabilitation of housing developments, commissioning and/or reviewing various reports and statistics produced by staff and by frequently visiting the properties.
Establishes clear goals and work plans for subordinates, monitors performance, and completes subsequent assessments and work plans on time.
Addresses emerging issues in a timely manner, consistent with expectations.
Provides coaching and guidance to onsite staff members through discussions about performance or other job related problems.
Creates and assists other agency departments and external partners in developing various programs to improve the quality of life among residential communities, including initiatives to build resident leadership and supportive social services.
Meets with or responds by telephone, email, writing, or in-person to inquiries, suggestions, complaints, and/or other matters from residents, staff, various Federal and other governmental agency officials, and community and/or civic groups to communicate Opportunity Homes goals, activities, programs and position concerning low-income housing; and regarding Federal, State and local regulations, policies, laws and procedures on housing and related matters.
Meets with residents to explain and discuss new policies, procedures, requirements, modernization, maintenance problems, and other matters that affect residents.
Formulates monthly, quarterly, annual, and other narrative and statistical reports relating to housing management.
Oversees training for Public Housing Program staff on existing, revised, and new policies and procedures to ensure understanding, compliance, and effective implementation.
Collaborates with Operation Support staff to update, compose, or amend manuals, handbooks, and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure the accuracy and relevance of information. Enforces department policies and procedures. Monitors, reviews, and updates input of housing management and data into the informational processing system.
Monitors changes or trends in Federal, State, and local laws and regulations affecting conventional housing programs by reading legislative reports, periodicals, and related materials.
Reviews plans for new housing developments and modernization and rehabilitation work and monitors the progress of work.
Trains, mentors staff, and organizes third-party training to improve work quality and staff performance.
Complete all duties as assigned or requested as outlined in operational and procedural guidelines. These guidelines are maintained and issued in the event of an emergency situation that arises at a property or any other location that serves our residents or employees.
Participate in Trauma Informed Care (TIC) initiatives to include training, workgroups, project assignments, etc., that are launched or implemented in order to achieve and/or maintain certification as a TIC organization.
Recognize the significance of a data-driven organization that adheres to expanded policies and practices in the area of data governance. Learn the distinct and different roles to include: Data Trustees, Data Domain Stewards, Data System Custodians, Data Stewards, and Data Users. Effectively collaborate with the various data roles as needed on a daily basis or in a project capacity.
Employees are expected to use Generative AI solutions ethically and responsibly.
Other duties as assigned.
All supervisors:
Lead, motivate, engage, and retain employees by:
Setting goals for performance and deadlines that comply and conform with the companys plans and vision.
Organizing workflow and ensuring employees understand and are trained on their duties or delegated tasks.
Monitoring employee productivity and providing constructive feedback and coaching
Ensuring alignment across various procedures.
Behavioral Competencies
This position requires the incumbent to exhibit the following behavioral skills
Values Driven | Demonstrates an understanding of the values (Compassion, Equity, and Excellence) and embodies the values in their work and interactions with residents, vendors, co-workers, supervisors, board members, community members, and other stakeholders.
Leadership | Provides direction to people and/or projects by clearly and effectively setting course of action for the assigned department staff and tasks; manages the planning, execution, and achievement of assigned department goals.
Customer Service | Responds with Compassion in a professional manner to the expectations and needs of internal and external customers; is friendly and helpful to all customers, fostering positive relationships while providing Excellent service.
Effective Use of Information | Communicates important information to those who need to know clearly, securely, effectively, orally and/or in writing; proactively exchanges accurate and timely information.
Commitment and Continuous Improvement | Sets the standard for Excellence by proactively pursuing innovation through systematic experimentation and learning. Corrects mistakes by assessing appropriate processes, proposing adjustments, and prioritizing long-term solutions.
Teamwork | Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits Compassion, objectivity and openness to others views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyones efforts of Excellence; attends, supports, and participates in the organizations team building events.
Responsiveness and Accountability | Demonstrates a high level of Excellence and holds oneself personally responsible for ones own work; complies with procedures and directives and understands the importance of maintaining and managing confidential information; recognizes and anticipates issues and provides a responsive resolution in a timely manner.
Typical Qualifications
Education
Required
Experience
Required
Ten (10) years of experience in Public Housing management and/or other affordable multifamily management.
Four (4) years of supervisory experience.
Must have the ability to learn and use cloud applications such as the Google GSuite applications, including but not limited to Google Chrome Browser, Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Understand document sharing and collaboration in the cloud. Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, cloud-accessible applications including but not limited to One Drive, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, or MAC or PC desktop equivalent, is acceptable.
Successful completion of a criminal history background check, education, and work history verification, and drug screening test.
Preferred Education and Experience
Housing Choice Voucher Manager Certification or equivalent.
Housing Choice Voucher Finance Management Certification or equivalent.
Housing Choice Voucher Executive Management Certification.
Public Housing Manager Certification.
Public Housing Executive Management Certification.
Ability to learn cloud technologies such as LucidChart for diagram, workflow and chart drawing. Experience with Vizio or equivalent is acceptable. Basic understanding of Virtual Private Network (VPN) access to connect to internal business systems.
License + Certificates
Required
One or more property management certifications, such as Certified Apartment Manager (CAM), Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS), Accredited Residential Manager (ARM), or Certified Apartment Manager (CPM).
The following certifications must be completed within 18 months of employment and no more than three attempts to pass certification:
Housing Choice Voucher Manager Certification
Housing Choice Voucher Executive Management Certification
Housing Choice Voucher Finance Management Certification
Public Housing Manager (PHM) Certification
Public Housing Executive Management Manager (PHM) Certification
Texas Class C drivers license at the time of placement and insurable by the organizations fleet and liability insurance carrier.
Must have the ability to earn certifications as required by assigned tasks.
Technical Skills
To perform this job successfully, the employee should have
Understands the agencys Mission, Vision, and Values and directs work within these guiding principles and operational framework.
Must be an effective and open communicator with strong decision-making skills.
Must possess advanced knowledge of operational characteristics and service delivery programs.
Must possess advanced leadership and management skills.
Ability to build effective relationships.
Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting, standing, operating computers and other office equipment, walking and moving about the office and/or community property, and attending onsite and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to complete data entry, utilize various portals, and communicate via email and verbally via telephone. Will need the ability to walk large properties and climb stairs. The employee must occasionally transport up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Office Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
High level of interaction with external/internal clients.
May be transferred or be required to work at different properties or sites for interim periods in order to support business needs.
Outside Environment
ADA Statement
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will make reasonable accommodations to the known disability of a qualified applicant or employee to enable people with disabilities to enjoy equal employment opportunities if it would not impose an undue hardship on the operation of the employers business.
Ethics
As a public agency, the organization is committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards. Applicants selected for employment are expected to perform work responsibilities with the highest degree of integrity, professionalism, and honesty to merit the respect of our co-workers, clients, partners, vendors, and the general public. Applicants selected for employment are also expected to serve the public with dedication, concern, courtesy, and responsiveness.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Opportunity Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information, marital status, veteran status, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Opportunity Home is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.
Disclaimer
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS
INSURANCE PLANS
HEALTH INSURANCE - BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD HEALTH PLAN
This is a voluntary benefit for the employees. Employees can choose from two PPO medical plans (750 & 1000). Opportunity Home contributes between 78-85% of the cost. This is effective on the 1st day of the month following the date of hire.
DENTAL INSURANCE BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD DENTAL PLAN (BLUECARE DENTAL)
This is a voluntary benefit for employees. Opportunity Home contributes 50% of the cost. This is effective on the 1st day of the month following the date of hire.
VISION INSURANCE HUMANA
This is a voluntary benefit for employees. Opportunity Home contributes one-third of the cost. This is effective on the 1st day of the month following the date of hire.
LIFE INSURANCE (BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF TEXAS)
Life insurance is furnished at no cost to the employee for the amount of one time the employees annual salary rounded to the next thousand. Employees have the option to purchase additional life insurance at their own cost. This benefit is effective immediately. If additional life insurance is not elected during the first 30 days of employment, enrollment will be subject to the completion of an Evidence of Insurability form.
LONG TERM DISABILITY (BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF TEXAS)
Long-term disability is furnished at no cost to the employee. The employee will be eligible to receive a weekly benefit of 66.67% of their basic weekly income. This is effective following 90 days of employment.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY (BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF TEXAS)
Short-term disability is furnished at no cost to the employee. The employee will be eligible to receive a weekly benefit of 66.67% of their basic weekly income. This is effective following 90 days of employment.
VOLUNTARY ACCIDENT INSURANCE - (BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF TEXAS)
This is a voluntary benefit for employees. This benefit pays for treatments, services, or injuries incurred, as a result of a covered accident.
VOLUNTARY CRITICAL ILLNESS - (BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF TEXAS)
This is a voluntary benefit for employees. This benefit helps cover unplanned expenses when recovering from a critical illness.
LEGAL SERVICES - ARAG LEGAL SERVICES
This is a voluntary benefit for employees. This program offers employees convenient access to affordable legal services such as the preparation of Wills/Trusts; Debt Matters; Divorce; Identity Theft; Consumer Protection; Real Estate Matters; Document Preparation and Review, plus various other services.
RETIREMENT PLANS
OPPORTUNITY HOME PENSION PLAN
This is a mandatory benefit. All employees are required to participate in the pension plan following one year of employment. Opportunity Home contributes 11% and the employee contributes 5% of the gross wages each payroll. This is effective the quarter (January, April, July, or October) following the employees one-year anniversary.
457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN - (MISSION SQUARE)
This is a voluntary benefit. This is effective immediately upon receipt of an enrollment application. The minimum contribution is $10 per pay period. The maximum contribution is subject to IRS laws.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS MCGRIFF INSURANCE SERVICES
This is a voluntary benefit. Medical reimbursement and Dependent Care reimbursement accounts allow the employee to save money from their paycheck on a pre-tax basis. The amount that the employee elects to contribute is not subject to federal income tax, social security or Medicare.
FMLA / ADA ADMINISTRATION - ABSENCE MANAGEMENT (COMPSYCH)
This program provides employee leave administration services. Provides direct online tools and resources to employees. Employees/Supervisors deal directly with Intake Specialists who can answer questions, and provide consultation, eligibility, and guidance.
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Opportunity Home contributes 100% for six weeks of paid parental leave.
PTO DONATION
This is a voluntary program. All eligible employees will be allowed to donate PTO from their unused balance to their co-workers in need of PTO who have a major family medical emergency or a major disaster. Employees who would like to receive donated personal time from their co-workers must generally have a situation that meets the guidelines. Employees must be employed with Opportunity Home for a minimum of one year to be eligible to donate and/or receive donated personal time.
LIVONGO DIABETES MANAGEMENT (BCBS)
Opportunity Home contributes 100% to this program. Employees and dependents covered under BCBS Medical insurance are eligible for this program. The program provides escalated treatment options to minimize and delay the ongoing progression of this disease. Features include real time messaging on a connected blood glucose meter; certified diabetes educators; interventions when readings are out of range; test strips and lancets at no extra cost, and delivery at your door.
SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM (BCBS)
Opportunity Home contributes 100% to this program. Employees and dependents covered under BCBS Medical insurance are eligible for this program. The program provides assistance with methods to learn how to quit smoking. Features include telephonic coaching via secure messaging; digital self-management with weekly online lessons; qualified staff, i.e. registered and licensed nurses, dietitians, exercise specialists, health educators, and mental health counselors.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM DEER OAKS
This is a free service provided to you, your dependents, and household members by Opportunity Home. The program offers a wide variety of counseling, referral, and consultation services. Opportunity Home contributes 100% for six counseling sessions per year and is available to both employees and their household family members. This is effective immediately upon employment.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM
This benefit is effective after six months of employment.
DISCOUNTED TICKETS
Opportunity Home sells discounted tickets to Santikos Theaters and Fiesta Texas(during the summer months).
GYM REIMBURSEMENT/WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM
Opportunity Home will reimburse up to $50 per month for an employees membership in a gym or nationally recognized weight loss program.
HOLIDAYS
Opportunity Home furnishes employees with 13 paid holidays annually.
Martin Luther King Day January
Presidents Day February
Battle of Flowers Day April
Memorial Day May
Juneteenth - June
4th of July July
Labor Day September
Indigenous Peoples Day - October
Veterans Day - November
Thanksgiving - November
Friday after Thanksgiving - November
Christmas Eve Day - December
Christmas Day - December
PAID TIME OFF (PTO)
Years of Service Time earned
0-3 years - 3 weeks, 4.62 hours accrued per pay period
Over 3 years - 4 weeks, 6.15 hours accrued per pay period
Over 9 years - 5 weeks, 7.69 hours accrued per pay period
A maximum of 440 hours of PTO can be held at any time. Once the maximum amount is reached, PTO will stop accruing until some PTO has been used.
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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Do you have a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Property Management, Management, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field?
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Do you have ten (10) years of experience in Public Housing management and/or other affordable multifamily management?
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Do you have four (4) years of supervisory experience?
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Have you ever worked at Opportunity Home San Antonio in any capacity (temporary, part-time, or full-time)?
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Do you have any relatives or household members working at Opportunity Home or serving on the Board of Commissioners?
Required Question
Employer Opportunity Home San Antonio
Address 818 S. Flores Street
San Antonio, Texas, 78204
Phone 210-477-6410