Director of Housing & Property Management

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Vera French is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Housing & Property Management to lead our housing operations and support our mission of providing safe, supportive, and affordable housing for individuals living with mental illness.

Position Summary

The Director provides hands-on leadership for all housing and property management operations, including maintenance, compliance, and policy administration. Working under the direction of the CEO and in partnership with the Housing Board of Directors, this role ensures high-quality, compliant, and sustainable housing services.

This position oversees staff, coordinates property maintenance and vendor relationships, and plays a key role in strategic planning and operational success.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Leadership & Strategy

• Advise the Housing Board on operational policy and implementation

• Lead strategic planning to ensure progress toward organizational goals

• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Housing Development to transition new properties into operations

Operations & Compliance

• Oversee all housing operations, performance, and financial management

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal housing regulations

• Prepare and present operational, financial, and compliance reports

Property & Financial Management

• Secure and maintain financing for rental property operations

• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and capital projects

• Coordinate with staff and external vendors

Supervision & Team Management

• Directly supervise staff, including scheduling, assignments, and evaluations

• Provide leadership across property management and maintenance teams

Community Engagement

• Represent Vera French Housing & Facilities in the community

• Build and maintain strong local partnerships

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, urban planning, social work, or a related field

  OR

• Equivalent combination of education, certifications, and senior-level experience

Preferred Experience

• Leadership experience in property management, nonprofit administration, or related fields

• Knowledge of housing programs serving individuals with persistent mental illness

• Experience with rental property financing and local real estate markets

• Strong background in budgeting, operations, and strategic planning

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, including drug and alcohol screening

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Group Health Insurance (UMR)

• Dental and Vision Insurance (Delta Dental & Delta Vision)

• Employer-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)

• Optional supplemental life insurance and short-term disability

• 401(k) with employer contribution and matching

  • 3% employer contribution of annual salary (vested day one)

  • 25% match on employee contributions, up to 6%

• Tuition Reimbursement & Loan Repayment Program

  • Available to all employees after one year

• Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Coverage

• Paid Time Off

  • 9 paid holidays per year

  • 9 paid sick days per year (accrued per payroll)

  • 2 weeks of vacation (accrued per payroll)

  • One Vera French Day (one additional paid day off)