Chief Operating Officer (2239) at Newark Housing Authority

Newark, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

205000.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Asset Management, Financial Planning, Budget Preparation, Regulatory Compliance, Property Management, Urban Planning, Public Housing, Team Supervision, Report Preparation, Policy Formulation, Resident Relations, Project Management, Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Communication, Leadership

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Details Job Location: Headquarters - NEWARK, NJ 07102 Salary Range: $180,000.00 - $205,000.00 Salary Summary Under direction of the Executive Director, the Chief Operating Officer shall be charged with overseeing real estate asset management through financial planning and execution in maintaining and protecting the Authority’s real assets. The Chief Operating Officer also performs other related duties as required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned. Plans, executes and manages all housing sites including, but not limited to, asset based management conversion, admissions/occupancy, overall portfolio management, security and maintenance. Supervises the monitoring of housing applications and assignment data to determine accuracy of projected occupancy of rental properties for specified periods of time, as well as the Authority’s compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local law. Assists in the preparation of the yearly operating and capital fund budgets. Assists in the preparation of the Annual Report for distribution to the Board of Commissioners and other local officials. Reviews monthly operating statements with direct reports to compare actual revenue and expense data with budgeted amounts, and recommends appropriate adjustments to the Executive Director as necessary. Assists the Executive Director in the development of both short- and long-term plans for maintaining and improving the physical facilities of the Authority. Investigates and responds to concerns and complaints of residents, staff, commissioners and the public. Ensures compliance with existing Authority and State fiscal and personnel policies and procedures. Prepares reports regarding the operations and activities of the Authority for the Executive Director. Drafts original correspondence to commissioners, residents and members of the public. Works to handle individual and special group housing requests. Participates in Authority policy formulation and updating published policy statements. Chairs and serves on committees and task forces as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in business administration/finance, public administration, urban planning or a closely related field, preferably supplemented by graduate work. Experience should include at least eight (8) years of progressive responsibility in management and supervision at a property management company. Private sector background in property management administration is highly desirable. Job Competencies Ability to interpret and comply with Federal, State and Local regulations applicable to public housing authorities. Ability to plan, administer and organize a large scale redevelopment program and work towards the eradication of blight. Working knowledge and application of HUD’s asset management model for low-income public housing. Outstanding performance record in administering core PHA programs, including financial management, conventional public housing, Housing Choice Voucher Program rent assistance and the Capital Fund Program. Thorough knowledge of Urban Renewal activities. Strong familiarity with regulations and functions of Planning Boards and Federal Urban Renewal Agencies, together with the challenges involved in such work.

Responsibilities

The Chief Operating Officer oversees real estate asset management, including planning and executing housing site management and ensuring compliance with laws. They also assist in budget preparation and respond to concerns from residents and staff.