Housing Production Support Associate

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direction of the Multifamily Development Manager, the Housing Production Support Associate assists with all aspects of real estate development and project management. The position will support organizational goals by expanding HPI’s single and multifamily housing supply through acquisition and development.  Works with in-house and outside professionals, consultants, regulatory agencies, and others to accomplish development goals as set forth for each development.

Quality affordable housing for all. The Housing Partnership, Inc. is a non-profit real estate development organization dedicated to creating, sustaining and promoting access to affordable housing of choice. We have a strong focus on building stable communities by providing financial education for a future community of homeowners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS

1.       Assists with all aspects of project management and development from initial concept to completion, including single family, multifamily and mixed-use developments.

2.       Manages multifamily rehab and new construction projects on behalf of HPI, tracking budget line items, completion and profitability. Assists in the creation and maintenance of financial models and budgets.

3.       Manages the tracking of timelines and schedules.

4.       Research and gather documentation for funding applications, assists in the assemblage of application documentation and in completion of application submission.

5.       Assists with financial closing in conjunction with lenders, legal counsel and other project team members.

6.       Work with investors on draws and documentation required.

7.       Provide information to all HPI departments on projects under development by HPI

8.       Finds and selects qualified vendors and contractors to perform the work required by HPI for each project.

9.       Works closely with other HPI departments to provide synergy and multiple cross selling opportunities.

10.   Provide information to all HPI departments on projects under development by HPI.

11.   Initiates and maintains relationships with agencies, corporations and institutions interested in affordable housing.

12.   Other responsibilities as directed by the Multifamily Development Manager

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Some work is performed in a business office.  Some work requires reading and using a computer. Frequent visits to construction sites where there may be equipment in motion.  May be outside in wet or humid conditions, in both hot and cold weather.

EFFORT

Must be able to be mobile, see, hear and speak.  Handling, sorting and reaching.   No heavy lifting required.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT

  • Equipment typically used includes personal computer, printer, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, copier, scanner and paper shredder.  Must be able to have access to a vehicle to visit construction sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, Public Policy or a related field.  Minimum of two years of experience in multifamily housing development.  Demonstrated knowledge or project development and affordable housing programs.  Strong leadership skills are essential.
  • A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted when competency in the role is demonstrated.  Successful performance on pre-employment tests is required.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.  The incumbent must be able to pass any required drug test and new hire physical examination.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Professional image in appearance and correspondence
  • Familiarity with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, Historic Tax Credits, and related affordable housing funding sources, including HOME, HUD RD, FHLB, etc.
  • Proficiency in financial analysis and pro forma modeling for market rate and affordable housing
  • Proficiency in using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Well-organized, detail oriented, and excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Entrepreneurial, creative, team-player
  • Ability to move quickly to support rapid decision making
  • Mature business judgment

HPI reserves the right to change this job description as needed.

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