The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy seeks an innovative systems-thinker to join its Program staff as a Policy Analyst. The Analyst will work with the Associate Director – Planning Practice and Scenario Planning under the direction of the Director of Climate Strategies, and with others to conceptualize, conduct, learn from, and improve the activities that advance the Institute’s goals globally. The primary focus will be activities related to scenario planning and planning practice that advance the Institute’s goal of low-carbon, climate resilient communities and regions in urbanized places. Significant additional work will advance the other Institute goals, such as reducing poverty and spatial inequality. You’ll work independently and in cross-disciplinary teams that bring different perspectives to help address some of the world’s most pressing challenges, and will have ample opportunity to take ownership of your work, learn, and grow.

This is a full-time, remote position that reports to the Associate Director, Planning Practice and Scenario Planning. 5-10% travel required COVID permitting.

Apply at: https://jobs.lever.co/lincolninst/1b2f59b4-0cb4-40b7-b654-f902985c9c65

Job Summary
Provide overall direction for the housing development projects in the region including identifying new development opportunities, project feasibility assessment, managing one project directly, managing consultants, and assisting them with on-going project management and development activities.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop an overall real estate strategy for the region, taking into account resources, politics, opportunities, competition, and locations that already have Mercy Housing presence.
• Oversee the identification and review of sites for potential housing development as well as identify existing properties appropriate for acquisition and use as affordable housing for approval by the Regional President and MHI Investment Committee.
• Create and implement redevelopment strategies for underutilized or vacant housing properties owned by Mercy Housing.
• Plan for and lead the re-syndication of properties that have reached Year 15 of their compliance period.
• Perform financial and land use analysis to determine site development potential.
• Represent the organization in negotiations for the purchase of property and terms of financing.
• Coordinate submission process for project approvals in accordance with Mercy Housing processes and standards.
• Assure that local approvals and neighborhood review of proposed housing development projects occur, including submitting land use applications, and attendance at hearings and neighborhood meetings.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local housing finance programs.
• Oversee submission of applications for funding and negotiation of financing terms.
• Work with other organizations within the housing development, healthcare, and religious communities to create opportunities and support for low-income housing development.
• Supervise housing development consultants and staff, at such time additional staff are hired.
• Represent regional office in matters relating to the housing development work of the organization.
• Establish housing production goals in cooperation with the Executive Vice President.
• Meet regularly with Executive Vice President and other Mercy staff as needed. Provide reports and present information as requested.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
COMPETENCIES
• Seek out and network with people, organizations and public agencies that can result in real estate development opportunities and resources. Creative in approach to identifying and following up on development opportunities.
• Work with a participative style of decision-making. Achieve results for the organization with and through other people utilizing creative and innovative solutions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Planning, or related field.
• Six (6) years in of experience in housing development or related field.
• Successful completion of five (5) multi-family, senior, or special needs housing development projects.
• Supervisory experience.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Communicate clearly and relate to a variety of diverse individuals and groups.
• High proficiency in using Excel and other software programs for developing real estate development proformas, operating budgets and pipeline reports.
• Demonstrate knowledge of managerial and leadership skills including a proficiency for conceptual thinking, motivating and problem solving. Plan, organize, budget, and supervise.
• Possess initiative and the ability to work independently.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical: Must be able to push/pull object less than 30 pounds, walk, climb stairs and enter/exit buildings that are under construction, occasionally, without normal ingress/egress available.
Sensory: Ability to read fine print on documents. Able to speak clearly and make self-understood, while also understanding others using the English language.
Cognitive: Ability to understand and relate to concepts behind specific ideas and remember multiple tasks/assignments given to others over a period of days. Able to concentrate on moderate detail in both office and field with moderate interruption. Able to attend task/function for more than 60 minutes at a time.
Environment: Exposure to different climates. Exposure to dust, dirt, air particles, and hazardous materials common to residential construction sites.
Equipment: Ability to properly operate computers & telephone.

Who We Seek

A highly motivated and strategic thinker to primarily work within the TJCOG housing priority area and with partners in local, state, non-profit and regional organizations focusing on tools and techniques to preserve and increase the supply of affordable housing throughout the region.

The candidate must feel comfortable coordinating projects across multiple internal and external stakeholder groups, synthesizing complex or analytic information into high-quality and clear deliverables, and serve as a resource of information on complex housing and community development solutions. This position will work closely with the Housing Program Manager to carry out tasks associated with ongoing projects, including grant writing and administration, meeting facilitation, data analysis, and presenting to public audiences. A candidate interested in developing project management, budgeting, and leadership skills with an interest in quickly advancing to a Senior Planner level within the organization is preferred.

Description of Work

The Planner II is part of a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary organization engaged in long-term, regional-scale issues and shorter-term local government assistance integrating TJCOG’s housing focus area while integrating the areas of aging and human services, community & economic development, natural resources and resilience, strategy and innovation, and transportation and mobility. The position is responsible for grant writing and administration of federal and state sources of housing and community development funding (CDBG and HOME, for example). Other responsibilities include conducting research and developing housing plans and strategies, collecting, synthesizing, and visualizing data, coordinating stakeholder meetings, and working with homeowners and service providers to administer home repair programs and provide coordinated case management to low-income homeowners in the region.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The Planner II must have a working knowledge of federal and state government funding mechanisms, including grant administration and monitoring (primarily invoicing and reporting reporting). The Planner must be able to communicate effectively and in oral and written forms, establish and maintain effective working relationships, synthesize highly technical and/or complex information, and simultaneously assist with variety of federal, state, and local community and housing development programs. Independent judgment and initiative, with limited supervision is required in the performance of duties.

Education and Experience

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Urban and Regional Planning, or a related field, a minimum of two (2) years of experience working with housing or community development solutions within local or state government.

Preferred: Master’s degree in Political Science, Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Business or a similar field. North Carolina experience. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in housing and community development solutions. Experience working with low-income populations. Grant writing and administration experience with CDBG, HOME, and NCHFA home repair and affordable housing programs will be given priority.

Position is open until filled; initial review of applications begins October 8, 2021.

Main Objectives: Monitors and evaluates the performance of grantees funded under Agency Home Ownership Rehabilitation programs; provides technical advice to promote more effective design and efficient performance under rehabilitation programs and ensures compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Also coordinates a Home Ownership Rehabilitation program, playing a lead role in (1) developing and meeting funding cycle schedules; (2) the development of guidelines, forms, and documents for the assigned program; (3) program marketing and training; (4) tracking, recording, analyzing, and reporting production data. Recommends the design and development of data management and reporting systems; works with the Rehabilitation Team and Manager of Home Ownership Rehabilitation to improve existing programs and develop new programs.

Education and Experience: A bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution in urban planning, building science, engineering, architecture, or a related field, and at least five years of experience in operating a rehabilitation housing program, is required. A master’s degree in a related field may substitute for up to two years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of housing rehabilitation, including building systems, housing and building codes, energy conservation technology, and cost estimating; knowledge of low-income housing rehabilitation programs and community development programs; excellent oral and written communication skills. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Access and PowerPoint; intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; and basic knowledge of e-mail and internet usage is needed.

To be considered for this position, please click on the link below to view the job posting and to apply online.

https://www.nchfa.org/JobApplication/Application/JobDetails/187

Main Objectives: Coordinates Agency relationships with community partners participating in homebuyer assistance program(s); facilitates the productive performance of partner organizations and their relationships with lenders, servicers, builders, energy raters and housing counselors; provides technical advice to promote more effective design and efficient processes under homebuyer assistance programs; ensures compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Works with the affordable home ownership program team(s) to improve existing programs and develop new programs; assists in the development of demonstration programs and pilot initiatives. Maintains the upkeep of documents and communication materials for accuracy of program design and regulations.

Education and Experience:
A bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution in business, public administration, real estate finance, urban planning or related field and at least 5 years of directly-related experience in mortgage lending, housing development or housing counseling. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of mortgage lending (mortgage products, underwriting principles, homebuyer education and counseling, loan closing and servicing, etc.); knowledge of federal, state and local housing programs and the homebuyer assistance service delivery system in North Carolina; excellent oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of key Agency information systems, Power Point, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook and internet research methods is needed.

In order to be considered for this position, please click on the link to apply online:

https://www.nchfa.org/JobApplication/Application/JobDetails/188

The Center for Equity, Engagement, and Research (the Center) is a division of Detroit Future City, a Detroit-based think and do tank. The Center works to advance a vision of economic equity in Detroit in which all Detroiters are meeting their unique needs, prospering, and fully and fairly participating in all aspects of economic life within a thriving city and region. The Center for Equity, Engagement, and Research provides leadership, accountability, research, convening, and customized expertise to support stakeholders in collaboratively working to rectify legacy issues and justly attain economic equity in Detroit. We do this through research, advocacy, coalition building, backbone support, and incubation. The Center encourages diverse perspectives and backgrounds and believes that this strengthens our work.

The Research Assistant will be a part of the Center team and be a part of innovative research that advances economic equity in Detroit. The Research Assistant will contribute to the Center’s efforts through their data and research expertise, innovative spirit, communication, and dedication to Detroit. Under general supervision from a senior program manager, the Research Assistant position will be responsible for supporting research projects and data needs for the Center, as well as across the DFC organization. The deadline to apply is September 24, 2021. Please apply here. Please add your Resume/Cover Letter into the file upload space.

Executive Summary
Families Moving Forward (FMF), the largest housing and services provider for families experiencing homelessness in Durham, North Carolina, seeks an Executive Director who affirms, respects, and believes in the resiliency of families experiencing homelessness. This individual will be a team builder and a collaborator with a commitment to a community-wide system for ending homelessness. The ideal candidate will be an effective advocate for FMF and bring expertise in nonprofit management, staff development and fundraising. They will have a deep-seated appreciation for the significant role that race plays in compounding trauma, homelessness, poverty and perceptions of power and self-worth and will embrace FMF’s commitment to building a resilient community.

The Opportunity
The Executive Director will lead and manage an organization with a strong foundation and new initiatives for families experiencing homelessness and will ensure that FMF’s internal systems, staffing, and relationships are optimized for the journey forward. This person should be a thought leader around homelessness in Durham and throughout North Carolina.

Education and Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university is required, or substantial
equivalent experience will be considered. An advanced degree, preferably in social work, public
administration, nonprofit management, or related fields, is preferred.
• Experience with and a passionate commitment to supporting and addressing the needs of families
and children experiencing poverty and homelessness. Equivalent experience with anti-poverty initiatives and empowering individuals in crisis situations to move to greater stability will be considered.
• Five or more years in a leadership role in a nonprofit, with proven experience moving an organization forward to reach ambitious goals.

To Apply: In one document please submit a cover letter (including how you learned about this opportunity) and resume and send via email.

Affordable Housing and Community Connections Director

• Are you an advocate for affordable housing and community development?
• Are you a seasoned collaborator with elected officials, community members, internal departments, and developers to find creative solutions for housing?
• Are you committed to equitable and meaningful community engagement?
• Are you an inspiring leader for talented team members?
• Are you an effective financial manager who can manage diverse funding streams while seeking new ways to fund needs and programs?

If the answer to these questions is “yes”, then being Chapel Hill’s next Affordable Housing and Community Connections Director could be your next career move.

The next Director will be a vibrant, strategic networker with a commitment to community and neighborhood revitalization. A successful history of building bridges, seeking win-win solutions where divergent interests lie; and, generating commitment and enthusiasm for the vision of building a vibrant community for all will be key credentials. The Affordable Housing and Community Connections Director must be able to convey a passionate understanding that safe and livable communities are an essential part of quality of life, a key ingredient for individual opportunity and economic development.

About the Community: Chapel Hill, NC, is a multicultural university town with a population of almost 60,000 that frequently appears in national “best place to live” listings and was recognized as one of the best towns in the U.S. by the Guardian. As home to the nation’s first public institution of higher learning and a lively and successful Tar Heel sports program, Chapel Hill is a picturesque community of 21 square miles filled with trees, historic and mid-century architecture, and a thriving downtown.

Home to a diverse, welcoming community, 17% of our residents were born in countries outside the United States. Demographically, the racial composition of the town in the 2010 census was 73% white, 12% Asian, and 10% black. About 6.4% of the population is Hispanic or Latino of any race. Chapel Hill has a relatively young population with a median age of 25.7 years old. Chapel Hill is considered North Carolina’s best-educated municipality, with 73% of adults possessing a bachelor’s degree or higher.

About the Organization: Operating under a Council-Manager form of government, the Town Manager reports to a Mayor and eight at-large Council members.

Our organization’s RESPECT values (Responsibility, Equity, Safety, Professionalism, Ethics, Communication, and Teamwork) are the basis for our choices. They are reflected in our behavior and decisions every day. They are our compass as we accomplish our mission and objectives. As a result, residents have consistently rated Chapel Hill as “high-performing” in biennial community surveys. Due to a solid economic base in and around Chapel Hill and careful management of resources, the Town of Chapel Hill has bond ratings of AAA and consistently wins awards for its annual budget and financial report.

About the Department and Position: The Affordable Housing and Community Connections Department works hard to support vulnerable community members through extensive outreach with a vision of actively striving for “A vibrant and inclusive community where all residents have access to affordable housing and opportunities to thrive. Learn more about some of their 2020 successes here.

With seven (7) employees and an operating budget of approximately $840,000, and over $6M in project funding that includes general fund, federal entitlement Community Development Block Grant funds, affordable housing bond funds, and human services funds, the Affordable Housing and Community Connections Department has a robust work plan that focuses their work from policy development to program implementation. The Director liaises with Town advisory boards: primarily the Housing Advisory Board and the Human Services Advisory Board, community groups, and numerous nonprofit organizations. The Affordable Housing and Community Connections Director will work under the direction of the Town Manager and report to the Deputy Town Manager.

Key priorities for the next Director are:

• walking the talk on community inclusion, diversity, and equity as it relates to language access, community safety, and equitable economic development;
• developing and collaborating with Town Council, non-profit organizations, internal and intergovernmental partners, to implement effective solutions for affordable housing and community connections;
• identifying and advocating creative programs that fund initiatives;
• initiating policy development and revision to respond to ever changing community needs; and,
• invigorating community outreach as the pandemic response shifts needs and priorities.

For more information, visit the Department webpage at https://www.townofchapelhill.org/government/departments-services/housing-and-community and www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree is required, while a relevant master’s degree is preferred. The candidate’s work history must include well-rounded experience with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in the affordable housing and community engagement yield including at least five years of leadership experience. Experience in community relations at the local government level is desirable.

Salary and Benefits: The hiring range is $105,000 to $122,000. Information about the Town’s benefits can be found by clicking here (or by copying and pasting: https://www.townofchapelhill.org/government/departments-services/human-resource-development/employee-benefits).

To apply, go to https://agency.governmentjobs.com/developmentalassociates/default.cfm and click on the Affordable Housing and Community Connections Director – Chapel Hill link. To learn more about the selection process, visit Client Openings (or copy and paste into your browser: https://developmentalassociates.com/client-openings/). All applications must be fully completed and submitted online via the Developmental Associates application portal – NOT the Town portal, nor any other external website; it is not sufficient to send only a resume. Resumes and cover letters can be uploaded with the application. Applicants should apply by August 18, 2021. Application review begins August 23, 2021. Finalists will participate in virtual interviews and skill assessments on September 20-21, 2021 which will take 3-4 hours of time – not including preparation. Interviews with the Town Manager and leadership team will follow at a subsequent time. All inquiries should be emailed to hiring@developmentalassociates.com. The Town of Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Developmental Associates, LLC is managing the recruitment and selection process for this position.

Full Circle Communities, Inc., is a mission-driven non-profit developer and manager of affordable housing. We look for committed and enthusiastic individuals who are energized by our mission and the challenges of creating and operating service-rich affordable housing, and are currently seeking to fill the role of Project Analyst. The Project Analyst will support the Real Estate Development team, and will report to the Vice President of Real Estate Development.

Please see the attached job posting for a detailed description of responsibilities, qualifications, and instructions on how to apply.

Position Summary:
The Department of City and Regional Planning (DCRP) in the College of Arts at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position. We seek a scholar whose research focuses on housing and community economic development policies and planning and how these intersect with issues of race, class and other areas of planning such as, but not limited to, social equity, community development finance, and inclusive forms of real estate development. The successful candidate will contribute to the expansion of the housing and community development specialization and have the skills and lived experience to mentor our students and make meaningful contributions to the field of planning. Ideally, the successful candidate will also combine novel methods, including quantitative, qualitative, and/or community-based research methods. The successful candidate will be expected to develop or extend a record of scholarly contribution as well as contribute to teaching and service.

Educational Requirements
Candidates are required to have a doctorate in Planning, Public Policy, Sociology, Economics, or a related field by the start date of the appointment.

Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will have strong capacity and willingness to teach and mentor at all levels.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Special Instructions
The application package should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, diversity, research and teaching statements, 1 representative paper, graduate transcript, and list of 4 references. At least one of the referees should be able to comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. At the time of application, candidates will also be required to identify the names, titles, and email addresses of professional references (four are required). The recommenders that candidates identify will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their recommendation letters. Application materials and letters of recommendation must be submitted in electronic form only.
We will begin considering candidates on September 1, 2021, and will continue accepting applications until the position is filled.

Please apply through the UNC Chapel Hill online application system: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/195599