The New Bedford Housing Authority (NBHA) is seeking an experienced Executive Director to manage the Authorities’ properties. The NBHA owns and operates 1,752 units of Federal Housing, 760 of State-aided housing and 1,932 Leased Housing vouchers and 16 – 689 units.
Required minimum qualification: Eight years’ experience in public or private housing, community development, public administration, non-profit administration, or a closely related field that demonstrates strong management and organizational skills. Strong management and organization skills required. At least three years’ supervisory experience of a staff of ten or more is required. Excellent written and verbal skills are necessary to effectively communicate with local officials, boards, residents, service providers and funding agencies. Substantial background in the implementation of management controls, systems, and business process change. Demonstrated record of creativity and innovation strongly desired.
Working knowledge of fiscal management, maintenance systems, personnel, and administrative management systems in public or private housing is desirable. Considerable knowledge of local, state, and federal governmental procedures and regulations as they relate to housing development, construction and the management of local housing authority operations is desirable but not required and may be substituted by high level business or other administrative experience. Experience working with people of various socio-economic backgrounds.
While not required for hiring, certification as a property manager or similar classification by a nationally recognized housing or real estate organization or by certification as a MPHA of a DHCD-approved Massachusetts Public Housing Administrator Certification Program is desirable or must be obtained within the first year of employment.
Required Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Candidates should apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter and resume to New Bedford Housing Authority, P.O. Box 2081, New Bedford, MA 02740, ATTN: ED Search on the envelope.
Closing Date is close of business on May 13, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.
The NBHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, veteran and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.