Chief Executive Officer

at  TNHA

THERE IS A SEVERE HOUSING SHORTAGE ON THE NORTH SLOPE. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT RESIDE IN UTQIAGVIK (BARROW) OR INDICATE THEY HAVE NO LOCAL HOUSING SECURED WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Division: CEO
Reports To: Board of Commissioners
Classification: Regular
Date Revised: July, 2004
Safety Sensitive: No
FLSA/AWHA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule: Full-Time
Occupational Code: 11-1011
Salary: $150k-$230k (depending on experience)

JOB SUMMARY:

This is the Chief Executive position based in Utqiagvik, AK, and responsible to the Board of Commissioners for the day-to-day management and operation of TNHA, for recommending policy directions and decisions to the Board of Commissioners, and for implementing policies of TNHA. The CEO reports to the Board of Commissioners and has executive, administrative, supervisory, and management responsibility for the organization. The CEO provides leadership and guidance and promotes the highest ethical standards to employees. The CEO has ongoing contact with the public and external agencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or a minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in the management of a public or private entity engaged in housing, construction, lending, social services, or related fields.
• Experience working with a governing body such as a board of directors, assembly, council, or board of commissioners.
• Ability and willingness to work closely with and take direction from a policy-making board such as TNHA’s Board of Commissioners.
• Knowledge of accounting, financial management, budgeting, investment, and other standard public business practices.
• Management, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing.
• Ability to institute and manage effective practices and procedures.
• Ability to manage personnel.
• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions and judgments.
• Ability to prepare short and long-range plans for the organization.
• Knowledge of resources and entities involved in housing assistance programs, housing finance, and community development.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public, clients, residents, local entities, and employees in a diplomatic and effective manner.
• Ability to travel within Alaska and outside.
• Familiarity with ethical and regulatory requirements applicable to publicly funded housing entities.
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License that meets TNHA insurance criteria.

Preferred:

• Alaskan Native/American Indian (member of federally recognized tribe).
• Ability to speak and/or understand conversational Inupiaq.
• Five (5) years of work experience as a manager of a public or private entity or unit with a minimum of twenty (20) employees and a budget of five million ($5,000,000) dollars per year.
• Knowledge of NAHASDA or the Indian Self-Determination Act.
• Five (5) years work experience with TNHA or other similar housing entity.
• Knowledge and positive experience in rural Alaska.

Physical Demands: This role primarily involves sedentary work, including sitting for extended periods, using a computer, and occasional light lifting (up to 20 pounds). Visual acuity for reading and using a computer is required.
Work Environment: The work environment is a typical office setting with standard lighting and temperature conditions. The noise level is generally low to moderate.
A full list of physical demands and work environment details can be provided upon request. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Directs all activities of TNHA, in accordance with TNHA bylaws, directives of the Board of Commissioners, and applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Is responsible for supervising, leading, and managing all TNHA employees.
• Works with external entities, including tribes, municipal and state agencies, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (ONAP), funding sources, and state and national associations to carry out the goals, objectives, and programs of TNHA.
• Negotiates, administers, and monitors TNHA commitments, contracts, and programs.
• Oversees TNHA budget, accounting, financial management, development and construction administration, program management, and maintenance.
• Monitors TNHA’s compliance with housing and grant requirements, including NAHASDA and applicable federal circulars.
• Represents TNHA in its relations with tribes, municipalities, industry groups, housing associations, state, and federal entities.
• Monitors federal and state legislation affecting housing entities.
• Schedules, prepares written presentations and reports, and attends Board of Commissioners meetings.
• Effectively advises and informs the Board of Commissioners of matters relevant to the Board’s governance role.
• Performs other duties as necessary to carry out TNHA programs and activities, or as assigned by the Board of Commissioners.