Job Description
The Deputy Division Director - Affordable Housing in the Housing and Community Development Section is responsible for overseeing the administration and operations of affordable housing programs and initiatives efforts within the division that are not directly funded through the Community Development Block Grant or HOME Investment Partnerships Program. This position makes a positive impact on Gwinnett County by being an integral part of the team’s efforts to identify, obtain, and manage projects and funds that support affordable housing as a community need. This position reports directly to the Housing and Community Development Division Director.

Essential Duties
Identification of potential affordable housing projects/opportunities in support of the county’s affordable housing goals including major redevelopment projects and catalytic site development
Research, analysis, and tracking of housing data and utilization of this data to ensure intra-departmental planning and coordination
Development and maintenance of tracking and data tools for affordable housing metrics and project evaluation, such as fiscal impact analysis and project evaluation
Provide leadership and support to assigned staff within affordable housing section
Develop operational plans and initiatives to advance strategic priorities and County’s affordable housing goals
Ensure project and program compliance with all applicable regulatory and legal requirements, to include affordability requirements, expenditure/reporting deadlines, and record keeping documentation
Identify, research, evaluate, and make recommendations on new funding opportunities
Keep apprised of best practices and relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and standards
Conduct outreach to developers, lenders, contractors, and other housing related experts regarding affordable housing offerings
Manage special projects as assigned

Public Speaking Duties
Prepare and lead presentations
Provide information at meetings

Other Job Requirements/Information
This job is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule after an initial probationary period and individual approval.

Grade
The grade for this position is D62(1) 108. Salary will be dependent on education and experience.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance public administration, business administration, or a closely related field, AND
Eight (8) yeas of progressively responsible experience related to affordable housing development, finance, or program administration
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.
A minimum of two (2) years' experience as a manager
Valid driver's license from state of residency

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.