Executive Director – Staunton, VA

The Staunton Redevelopment and Housing Authority, located in Historic Staunton, Virginia, is seeking an Executive Director. The Authority owns and manages project based rental assistance (PBRA) multifamily housing units. The Authority also administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. The Executive Director reports to a seven-member Board of Commissioners, each of whom is appointed by the City Council.

The successful candidate, working with an experienced operations staff will execute day-to-day management over the Agency’s activities, including, but not limited to: property management, redevelopment, procurement, planning, personnel, budgeting, finance, grants, and contracts. The successful candidate must also effectively interact with residents as well as the Board, and representatives of other governmental agencies.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a thorough understanding of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs, policies, and procedures. The Agency seeks candidates with a minimum of five years’ experience in public housing management, preferably with education in public administration, business management, or related fields. Demonstrated proficiency in finance, accounting, personnel management, public relations, and information technology is a plus.

The successful candidate must be Public Housing Management (PHM) certified or certifiable within one year of employment. The salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Agency offers an excellent employee benefit package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter outlining qualifications for the position, with salary requirements, together with a resume and three references to:
Applications, Staunton Redevelopment and Housing Authority, 900 Elizabeth Miller Gardens, Staunton, VA 24401 or emailed to  no later than February 15, 2023.