DIRECTOR OF LEASED HOUSING

Louisville Metro Housing Authority’s (LMHA) mission is to set a standard of operational excellence in providing quality, affordable housing opportunities for residents to achieve self-sufficiency and an enhanced quality of life, and collaborating with community partners to build strong, viable neighborhoods.  LMHA serves over 15,000 households in Louisville through public housing and housing choice vouchers.

LMHA seeks an experienced professional with deep knowledge of and experience with the Housing Choice Voucher program.  The right candidate will help guide a team focused on administering the largest program at LMHA as systems and processing are modernized. LMHA administers more than 11,000 Housing Choice Vouchers throughout the metro area, working with 2,700+ landlords and numerous community partners.

Bachelors Degree in Sociology, Public Administration, or in a related area or discipline and four (4) years management experience in housing or program of equivalent size and diversity. Four (4) years management of a social service delivery program and two (2) years experience in a federal rental assistance program.  An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted.

Minimum salary is $41.90 an hour.  Send resume and cover letter to:  Assistant Director of Human Resources, Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8^th Street, Louisville, Kentucky  40203, or e-mail to employment@lmha1.org. 

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HOUSING NAVIGATOR

Under general supervision performs a variety of planning and project implementation related tasks of average difficulty.  Responsible for guiding and supporting individuals and families through the housing search process.  Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, or related field. Two years’ experience in social work. (Preferably with elderly and disabled and individuals at risk for homelessness).  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Salary is $25.00/hr.  Send resume and cover letter to:  Assistant Director of Human Resources, Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8^th Street, Louisville, Kentucky  40203, or e-mail to employment@lmha1.org.

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ASSET MANAGER

The Louisville Metro Housing Authority is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) strives to ensure that all people who live or work in Louisville can afford a healthy, attractive home that meets their needs.  A good home provides the foundation upon which individuals and families thrive, children learn and grow, and communities prosper.

To achieve our mission we:

• Offer competitive and innovative single family and multi-family housing programs.
• Provide housing related education to consumers and others.
• Finance development that builds healthy, vibrant communities.
• Invest housing grants and subsidies to residents with the greatest need.

LMHA requires its employees to be highly motivated and knowledgeable, have a sound understanding of the changing needs of Louisville's housing market, be willing to work within and toward a smoothly integrated operation, demonstrate a commitment to serve the people of Louisville, especially those with low and moderate incomes in need of safe and affordable homes, and possess a high level of integrity and a deep respect for all persons, including customers, partners and fellow employees.

LMHA seeks an experienced professional skilled in asset management or regional management to oversee the operation of the agency’s third-party managed properties.

JOB SUMMARY 

This key property management position serves as the Asset Manager for LMHA.  This position is responsible for the oversight of the general management and upkeep of LMHA third-party managed properties, including properties developed with, or operated under, a variety of funding programs including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), HOPE VI grants, Choice Neighborhoods grants, and other programs. This position will oversee all property management functions for LMHA’s mixed finance portfolio and manage the agency’s non-traditional housing portfolio.  This position reports to the Deputy Executive Director of Operations and is a member of the organizational senior leadership team.

JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Performs asset management work of considerable difficulty.
• Oversees the operation of the LMHA’s portfolio of third-party managed properties.
• Participates and informs the LMHA’s repositioning and development planning process, including making recommendations related to the successful design and operation of the properties to ensure operational success.
• Conducts research and prepares cost estimates for grant applications and other projects. 
• Oversees file review and physical conditions compliance for the Authority’s Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC portfolio).
• Ensures Public Housing document and forms compliance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.   

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop and implement sound asset management strategies designed to optimize the value and performance of real estate assets operated by LMHA through third-party management entities.
• Conduct thorough assessments and analysis of assets and third-party management teams to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal law, as well as compliance with accepted standards of property management.
• Prepares HUD and LMHA required reports for assets under management, including both regularly scheduled reporting and ad-hoc reporting as required.
• Performs on-site and remote audits of file management, maintenance management, and operational performance of LMHA’s portfolio of third-party managed properties.
• Engages in the creation and negotiation of Regulatory and Operating Agreements, Management Agreements, and other regulatory documents involved in the governance of third-party managed properties.
• Provides training as needed to third-party property management companies on LMHA and HUD expectations, protocol, and procedures.
• Engages in the budget process and informs the determination of any long-range budgetary needs for the third-party managed properties.
• Assists with preparing privately management Property Management Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and subsequent Management Plans and Agreements resulting from those RFP’s.
• Works with staff and consultants to prepare tax returns, budget reports and other required information to tax credit investors, general and limited partners, the Kentucky Housing Corporation, Louisville Metro Government and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. 
• Collects and reports vacancy data for the Authority’s privately managed portfolio.
• Monitor compliance of multiple mixed finance Regulatory and Operating agreements and review of CPA prepared tax returns and annual entity reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Real Estate, Business Administration or a related field.
• Three (3) years of asset management or regional management experience at luxury or market rate properties.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate and interpret complex property management, maintenance, and financial data.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to asset management.
• Proficiency in asset management software and tools.
• Professional certifications in asset management or a related field are a plus.
• Knowledge of principles of planning and budgeting.
• Knowledge of federal laws and regulations pertaining a variety of federal and non-federal housing programs.
• Ability to acquire knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to prepare budgets.
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Ability to make sound decisions and recommendations.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Skill in oral and written communications.

Minimum salary is $38.01 an hour.  Send resume and cover letter to:  Personnel Analyst, Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8^th Street, Louisville, Kentucky 40203, or e-mail to employment@lmha1.org.

RELOCATION ASSISTANT

Under general supervision, performs relocation activities of routine difficulty.  Responsible for transporting relocating residents to and from prospective housing units and housing related appointments.  High school graduate. One (1) year experience in an administrative or communication position.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.  Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving history.  Salary is $16.12/hr.  Send resume and cover letter to:  Assistant Director of Human Resources, Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8^th Street, Louisville, Kentucky  40203, or e-mail to employment@lmha1.org. 

HOUSING SPECIALIST

Performs eligibility and benefit determination work for Section 8 participants.  Two years of college and two years of eligibility work experience in housing assistance or other governmental assistance programs.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.  Must have a valid driver’s license.  Salary is $19.58/hr.  Send resume and cover letter to:  Assistant Director of Human Resources, Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8^th Street, Louisville, Kentucky  40203, or e-mail to employment@lmha1.org. 

ACCOUNTANT  I

Applies principles of accounting to devise and implement system for general accounting to include responsibility for fixed assets, monthly bank reconciliation and financial accounting applications.  Must have Bachelors’ degree in accounting, knowledge of data processing and six (6) months prior experience.  An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted.  Salary $25.00/hr.  Resume and cover letter should be submitted to the Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8th Street, Louisville, Kentucky 40203 or e-mail to employment@lmha1.org.  

ACCOUNTING CLERK II

Performs accounting and clerical work.  Associate degree in accounting or a related field which includes at least 12 hours of accounting.  Two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.  An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted, but must include one year of appropriate experience. Exposure to federal programs and experience in data processing (automated systems) desirable.  Salary $17.77 an hour.  Resumes and cover letters can be mailed to:  Assistant Director of Human Resources or E-mailed to employment@lmha1.org.  

EXTERMINATOR

Responsible for spraying buildings and grounds. Releases chemicals, sets traps and baiting to rid premises and grounds of pests. Prepares units and buildings for fumigating and spraying. $19.17/hr. High School graduation or equivalent. One year related experience, and a valid driver’s license. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be substituted. Must pass the International Property Maintenance Test and be certified by the State of Kentucky to apply pesticides within six months of employment. Apply at the Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8th Street, Louisville, KY 40203 or e-mail to employment@lmha1.org.

MAINTENANCE WORKER II & III

High school graduate or its equivalent. Must have two (2) to five (5) years experience in the skilled trades (i.e. Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC). Must possess a valid driver’s license. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Minimum salary $18.05 an hour. Apply at the Louisville Metro Housing Authority, 420 South 8th Street, Louisville, Kentucky 40203.