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State of Rhode Island

DIRECTOR OF HOUSING PRODUCTION

State of Rhode Island, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912


Salary :

$133,594.00 - $150,571.00 Annually

Location :

Providence, RI

Job Type:

Non-Union (99)

Job Number:

3630-80101-20

Department:

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING

Division:

Central Management

Opening Date:

02/17/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

Pay Grade:

146A

Classification:

Classified

Assignment(s)/Comments:

REPOSTED: PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY

Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work:

Monday - Friday; 8:30AM to 4:00PM

Work Week:

Non-Standard

Bargaining Union:

Non-Union (99)

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To assist and oversee the programs, functions and activities related to housing production, preservation, and real estate finance for the RI Department of Housing; and to do related work as required.SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the administrative direction of the Deputy Secretary of Housing with the ability to exercise authority, initiative and judgment in the formulation of policy and program procedures; work is subject to review through consultations and/or written reports for satisfactory performance and conformance to laws, policies, directives, rules, and regulations.SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, assigns, coordinates, directs, and reviews the work of key professional staff.Illustrative Examples of Work Performed

To assist and oversee the programs, functions and activities related to housing production, preservation, and real estate finance for the RI Department of Housing.To be responsible for implementation of the Department's housing programs.To operationalize programs regarding the delivery of financing for housing development and conducting financial analysis.To interpret Federal, State, and municipal policies and regulations and other technical information.To work collaboratively with other public and quasi-public housing agencies at the local, state, regional, and national levels.Develop strategic partnerships and contacts with community organizations and representatives for relevant issues and solutions.To oversee and guide the professional teams responsible for housing production, systems, and procedures. To review work assignments, requirements, and review work product for completeness and accuracy.To review and analyze federal legislation and provide recommendations to the Deputy Secretary.To oversee and coordinate leadership towards the effective operation of housing functions, systems, and procedures.To plan, assign, monitor, and manage housing production.To organize and delegate preparation of policies, programs, grant applications, strategies, and plans.To oversee and monitor compliance through all aspects of the operation, and assure compliance with regulations of various local, state, and federal agencies.To provide oversight and information regarding the day-to-day administration of programs including ensuring program integrity by monitoring production, quality control and data integrity.To analyze and improve programs, interpret ordinances and regulations, seek new programs and opportunities.To make public presentations and share information on housing issues, plans, and accomplishments with neighborhood/community groups, property owners, policymakers, and stakeholders.To do related work as required.Required Qualifications for Appointment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: Strong knowledge of programs, functions and activities related to housing production, community revitalization, affordable housing, neighborhood preservation, housing rehabilitation, housing finance and/or related areas; capable of managing and monitoring complex grant and loanrelated programs and other processes involving multiple institutions and groups; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Education: Bachelor's Degree requiredExperience: A strong background working with housing and community development programs as well as development financing programs, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. At least 5 years of experience in relevant field.Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at

Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.