Vice President – Housing

Overview

The Vice President (VP) of Housing, reporting directly to the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer, plays a pivotal role in overseeing Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) housing initiatives. This leadership position is responsible for the efficient administration and strategic direction of KCDC’s affordable housing offerings, including Section 8 rental assistance, Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA), alongside comprehensive construction, maintenance, and repair operations. The role also includes supervision of external contractors involved in demolition, modernization, and new development projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and guide the implementation of housing programs under KCDC.
• Manage affordable housing and rental assistance programs to ensure effective service delivery.
• Oversee construction, maintenance, repair, and modernization activities related to housing projects.
• Supervise external contractors engaged in demolition and construction tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, business administration, social work administration or a related discipline.
• At least five years of experience managing housing programs within large public housing authorities, non-profit firms, or private property management organizations.
• A minimum of three years in a supervisory role.
• Master’s Degree is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a base salary starting at $96,000 per year, dependent on experience, complemented by an attractive benefits package.

Additional Information

Application procedures include submitting detailed job specifications and supporting documents through the official KCDC jobs portal before the deadline on August 16, 2020.