Housing Administrator, Management

Location: Yakutat

Position title:

housing administrator

department: facilities

wage: grade

flsa status: exempt

esc code: 49-9071

funding source: indirect

opening: june 18, 2026

closing: june 28, 2026

position summary:

this position works under the direction of the executive director. The housing administrator is responsible for the administration and management of all housing programs, new construction housing operations, occupancy functions, and residential services. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, and organizational regulations while overseeing housing program delivery, staff supervision, budgeting, reporting, and resident relations.

this position requires compliance with yakutat tlingit tribe's compliance standards, including its standards of conduct, compliance program, and policies and procedures. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the position's regular performance.

essential functions:

• administer housing programs and services in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
• supervise housing staff and coordinate daily operations.
• oversee tenant eligibility, admissions, occupancy, lease compliance, and recertification processes.
• develop and implement housing policies, procedures, and program objectives.
• monitor compliance with funding requirements, grant agreements, and housing regulations.
• prepare permits, reports, budgets, and program performance documentation.
• manage resident relations and resolve tenant concerns and complaints.
• coordinate maintenance, modernization, and capital improvement activities.
• represent the organization with governmental agencies, community partners, and stakeholders.
• assist with strategic planning, program development, and organizational goals.
• ensure accurate recordkeeping and confidentiality of resident information.
• other operational duties as assigned.

knowledge, skills and abilities:

knowledge

• housing program administration and property management principles.
• applicable housing regulations, including grant and compliance requirements.
• budgeting, financial management, and reporting practices.
• personnel supervision and organizational management.

skills

• leadership and staff supervision.
• program administration and project management.
• budget preparation and financial oversight.
• conflict resolution and customer service.
• written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.

abilities

• ability to interpret and apply housing regulations and policies.
• ability to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously.
• ability to analyze data and prepare reports.
• ability to maintain confidential information.
• ability to establish effective relationships with residents, staff, governing boards, funding agencies, and community partners.

work environment/physical demands:

the following demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; climb ladders, crawl, need full mobility of all limbs able to navigate and work in tight/closed areas. Must not be claustrophobic, acrophobic, or be colorblind. This position requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in cramped spaces.

this position requires possible exposure to hazardous work environments and working with high voltage, hazardous machinery, equipment, and materials that require special safety precautions and use of protective clothing or gear, such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.

may be required to work outside the traditional work schedule.

may be called out to work off-shift in emergency situations.

this position requires operation of a motor vehicle.

reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

supervisory and management responsibility:

this is a director level position with responsibility and authority for the accomplishment of objectives, utilization of resources, and personnel administration decisions of an organization-wide function. The employee is accountable for the effective and efficient management of the work to achieve goals and objectives. The employee usually receives…