HOUSING REHABILITATION MANAGER

**THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM CIVIL SERVICE**

The Housing Rehabilitation manager is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Department of City Development Commissioner.

What Milwaukee can offer YOU

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big-city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed old world charm with a breathtaking Art Museum, top-flight arts and cultural attractions, vibrant neighborhoods, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities and great restaurants.

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

Under the general direction of the Housing Programs Manager, the Housing Rehabilitation Manager is responsible for the development, coordination, management and implementation of the department’s housing and neighborhood loan and grant programs.

Housing and Neighborhood Development        

• Coordinate and manage staff administering housing and neighborhood development loan and grant programs ensuring efficiency, program compliance and the highest level of customer service.         
• Ensure and monitor compliance with program goals, project objectives, and local/federal regulations and requirements and contract provisions, including reviewing cost estimated rehabilitation scopes of work.         
• Maintain relationships with partners, including local policymakers, community-based organizations and neighborhood residents, and assist with outreach to highlight the department’s housing and neighborhood development loan and grant programs.         
• Participate in program development and process improvement projects to ensure programs are meeting all applicable guidelines and are aligned with department goals.         
• Participate in the development of annual operating and capital budgets for the department and monitor budgets throughout the year.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, architecture, real estate development, public policy or close related field from an accredited college or university.      
2. Three years of experience supervising and coordinating neighborhood/housing redevelopment activities and programs.       
3. Valid driver’s license and properly insured vehicle at time of appointment and throughout employment.  Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Equivalent combinations of education and professional experience will be considered.

IMPORTANT NOTE: College transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. Transcripts should be sent via email to vaarmst@milwaukee.gov. Applications without transcripts attached will be considered incomplete and may be rejected.  Your transcript must be legible and include the following information:  the university or college name, your name, the degree completed (if applicable) and the date the degree was completed.  Student copies are acceptable.

Technical

• Knowledge of housing rehabilitation development, including residential rehabilitation/construction, housing rehabilitation standards, contract management and housing financing. Knowledge of the development of annual budgets.        
• Proficiency using word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet.

Leadership and Planning Skills         

• Knowledge of management principles and practices and the ability to effectively supervise staff, assign duties, set performance standards, provide guidance and training, monitor and evaluate performance, coach and counsel employees, and make hiring recommendations.        
• Ability to plan and organize work, prioritize tasks, manage projects, and successfully delegate work to complete tasks based on departmental deadlines and goals.         
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.         
• Critical thinking skills to be able to resolve complex issues on a daily basis.         
• Planning and time management skills to be able to meet frequent deadlines.         
• Organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.        
• Commitment to serving the public with the utmost honesty and professionalism.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills        

• Written communication skills to create clear and concise business communications such as memos, reports, budget summaries, policies, procedures and performance reviews.
• Verbal communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals and make presentations in public meetings.
• Customer service skills to provide outstanding client service.         
• Ability to use tact, diplomacy, and excellent judgment when interacting with the public, elected officials, and employees of the City.         
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse customers including elected officials, community organizations, business owners, contractors, the public and co-workers.        
• Honesty, integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

The current salary range (1EX) is $68,803-$81,844 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $70,867-$84,300. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan       
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan         
• Health and Dental Insurance         
• Comprehensive Wellness Program         
• Onsite Clinic Services         
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program         
• Alternative Work Schedules         
• Long Term Disability Insurance         
• Group Life Insurance         
• Tuition Benefits         
• Paid Vacation         
• 11 Paid Holidays         
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves         
• Flexible Spending Arrangement         
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Department of City Development reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to an interview. Information from the selection process will be used to make a hiring decision.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE – Interested individuals must submit a resume and a cover letter by email to the Human Resources Officer, Vanessa Armstrong at vaarmst@milwaukee.gov. Please indicate Housing Rehabilitation Manager in the subject line. Questions may be directed to Human Resources Officer, Vanessa Armstrong by email or by phone at 414.286.6076. The deadline for submission of application materials is Friday, September 3, 2021.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.