$90,000–$110,000 Per Year
Affordable Housing, Asset Management, Auditing, Budget Management, Business Plan, Capital Project, Commercial Real Estate, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Estate Management, Expense Management, Facilities Management, Finance, Financial Planning, Funding, Investment Management, Investment Strategy, Leadership, Leasing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Maintain Compliance, Negotiation Skills, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Product Lifecycle, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Sales Pipeline, Urban Planning
Korean Women's Association (KWA) is seeking an experienced Director of Housing & Real Estate to lead our affordable housing, real estate development, and asset management portfolio. This senior leadership role oversees LIHTC properties, HUD Section 202 housing, HOME and CDBG-funded housing, and commercial real estate operations. Experience throughout the development lifecycle, including financing and stabilization.
This position serves as the KWARepresentative, responsible for portfolio performance, compliance, capital improvements, and affordable housing development. Leadership of rehabilitation and capital improvement projects.
This is a full-time position, in office, M-F, 8:30AM - 5PM. Salary range $90,000 - $110,000 per year. Apply at www.kwacares.org/careers
Includes Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurances, Paid Time Off, 11 paid holidays per year, 401(K) after 1 year.
Key Responsibilities
Asset Management & Property Operations
- Oversee real estate portfolio management and third-party property management companies
Affordable Housing Compliance
- Ensure compliance with:
- HUD (Section 202)
- LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit)
- HOME & CDBG programs
- Manage compliance reporting, audits, recertifications, and inspections
Capital Projects & Facilities Management
- Lead capital improvement projects and rehabilitation projects
Real Estate Development & Affordable Housing Finance
- Lead real estate development lifecycle (feasibility → financing → construction → lease-up → stabilization)
Commercial Real Estate Oversight
- Oversee commercial property leasing, tenant relations, and asset performance
- Manage operating expenses, budgets, and maintenance planning
Strategic Real Estate Leadership
- Develop real estate investment strategy and portfolio optimization plans
Contracts & KWA Representation
- Negotiate and manage property management agreements, construction contracts, and vendor contracts
- Act as KWARepresentative for development and construction projects
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Business, or related field
- Master's degree preferred
Experience
- 7–10+ years in:
- Affordable housing development
- Real estate asset management
- Property management oversight
- Direct experience with:
- LIHTC transactions
- HUD, HOME, and CDBG funding programs
- Experience in capital projects or commercial real estate preferred
Why Join KWA?
- Lead impactful affordable housing initiatives
- Shape a growing real estate development pipeline
- Join a mission-driven, community-focused organization
Ready to join our team apply at www.kwacares.org/careers
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Korean Women's Association