Projects Associate

The Associate will prepare applications to HUD for rental assistance and new construction funds and contribute to the underwriting and mortgage credit review processes. The Associate will serve as a liaison between our clients, HUD, and other funding sources, executing tasks that contribute to the creation and preservation of affordable senior housing. They will report to the Director of Project Management and Operations. Over time, they may supervise one or more Analysts.

While we are currently working remotely, we expect the Associate to be based in Western Massachusetts or, at a minimum, to be in our office in Longmeadow an average of two days a week when the pandemic is over.

Our Ideal Candidate is ambitious, flexible, and capable of wearing a variety of hats. They will enjoy working in a mission-driven business environment, and be able to work independently and collaborate with others. They should bring many of the following skills and qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of affordable housing lending or project management experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree, preferably with substantial coursework in accounting, finance or economics.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for some experience.
• Experience with FHA/HUD multifamily or health care lending programs strongly preferred.
• Experience with HAP contract renewals under the Section 8 Renewal Guide and implementation of new project-based voucher (PBV) and project based rental assistance (PBRA) contracts strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate data quickly, make decisions based on imperfect information, and take actions in order to assist the team in moving projects forward.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent team work skills, including an ability to work with both junior and senior level team members.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Well- developed writing, analytical, research, and oral presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe.
• Demonstrated superior customer service skills.
• High integrity, internal drive to achieve, and strong intellectual curiosity.