Enterprise Community Partners is hiring: Director, Native American Programs in C

Director, Native American Programs
Location: Remote Location
Time Type: Full time
Requisition ID: REQ2759

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $72 billion and created 1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging.

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Working at Enterprise

At Enterprise, youll be part of a diverse, committed team making a difference every day. You will collaborate with some of the smartest minds and biggest hearts in our field. Youll be empowered to drive systems change and take bold steps to advance racial equity. And you will find a career home where youre valued and supported in your growth journey.

Enterprise offers career opportunities in our offices across the country with an exceptional benefits package.

Job Description Summary

Enterprise is seeking a Native American Housing Director to join our Rocky Mountain, Tribal Nation and Rural team. The ideal candidate will be a skilled program developer and leader, with experience in program and budget management, staff supervision, providing technical assistance and affordable housing financing sources to expand housing options in Indian Country. This position will report to the Vice President, Rocky Mountain, Tribal Nations, and Rural Market.

The Rocky Mountain, Tribal Nations, and Rural Market strives to provide safe affordable green housing for rural communities and/or Native American communities across the country. The Director is responsible for creating and managing affordable housing and community development activities in support of Native American communities and organizations through technical assistance to Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs), Tribal Housing Authorities (THAs) Tribal Housing Departments, community-based organizations, Native CDFIs and public sector partners, leveraging public and private resources including Enterprise grants, loans and equity products.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the Enterprise program(s) in their program area(s) including selecting overall program elements to be delivered.
• Responsible for budget of program area(s), and fundraising for programs.
• Exercise foresight and judgment in initiating, planning, and organizing highly complex projects.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity building resources for the development and preservation of housing with Native American partners.
• Deliver training information to TDHEs, THAs, Tribal Housing Departments, Native CDFIs nonprofit organizations, government entities, local communities and others to enhance their capacity to respond to their housing needs.
• Manage the implementation of curriculums, trainings and guides and programing including the development and delivery of program content, relationship development, event management and collaboration with key partners.
• Manage the Native American Advisory Council with Council members and key Enterprise internal advisors.
• Manage and supervise staff, supporting them to deliver to the best of their ability and contribute their unique perspectives and skill sets.
• Identify, build, and manage senior internal and external relationships, especially with organizations focused on creating and preserving homes for Native American communities. Build relationships with funders.
• Build strong relationships and opportunities for collaboration between the team and regional Enterprise offices and teams across the country to deploy programing as relevant to rural communities and Tribal Nations.
• Represent Enterprise at external meetings and conferences with team and leadership with up to 25% travel.
• Support or lead other programmatic activities of the Rocky Mountain, Tribal Nations, and Rural Market as identified by the Vice President and Market Leader.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience as a tribal housing professional and passion for serving Native American communities.
• Bachelors degree required, graduate degree in real estate finance and development or related field preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of related and progressive work experience in real estate and affordable housing development.
• Required five (5) years of management experience.
• Knowledgeable with NAHASDA programs such IHBG; USDA 502 mortgages and other RD housing programs, HUD 184 mortgages, and other rural housing and development programs and financing options.
• Knowledge of real estate project financing and management, and real estate underwriting for tribal communities preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and engagement.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate complex activities prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
• Excellent people management skills and experience.
• Excellent training, technical assistance and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism, diplomacy, composure, flexibility and ability to adapt to a variety of situations.
• Strong initiative with ability to seek out relevant information prior to making timely decisions.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems and take responsibility for moving tasks forward with minimal supervision.
• Ability to coordinate complex activities, meet deadlines, and use good judgment in managing conflicting demands and priorities.
• Incumbent is expected to:
  • Demonstrate strong ethics in interpersonal relations.
  • Work as an effective, collaborative team member.
  • Continually improve systems and procedures within own job, office and organization.
  • Treat internal and external customers with respect, honesty and professionalism.

Total Rewards at Enterprise:

You will be working with a group of talented professionals who are motivated by serving the community and addressing the need for affordable housing.

Enterprise offers a comprehensive total rewards package for you and your family.

The base salary for this role is $120,000 to $130,000, depending on level of skills and experience.

The salary range for this position is represented by the low and high end of the range for the amount to be paid for the position. Salaries paid at Enterprise will vary based on factors that may include skills, education, location, experience, and performance. The salary range is just a part of the total rewards package provided to employees at Enterprise, and other rewards may include annual performance bonuses and generous paid leave programs.

At Enterprise, our benefits form a major component of our total rewards package. Benefits include dental, health, and vision care plans, as well as family-building benefits, such as fertility, adoption, surrogacy support, and gender-affirming care. Enterprise allows flexible work arrangements to promote a better work-life balance. We offer health advocacy, EAP, and mental health benefits. We round out our total rewards package by offering financial education, wellness programs, and auto-enrollment in the company's 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. Finally, you will have learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications. Thank you for your interest in joining the Enterprise team in our effort and commitment to serve others.

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