Deputy Director of Housing UN

Under the general direction of the Director of Health, Housing & Homelessness, the Deputy Director of Housing Initiatives and Community Development plans, directs, manages, and oversees the activities, staff, and operations related to federal housing and community development grants. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements, aligning programs with City housing priorities, and advancing innovative initiatives to address homelessness, housing stability, and equity for residents.

This is an unclassified, at-will position.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Public Administration, Social Services, Economics, Urban Planning, or a related field preferred; and

Six (6) years of experience in housing, community development, or social services positions, with at least four (4) years in a supervisory capacity working with HUD programs preferred.

Selected candidate must pass a City-paid pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening, as well as a City-paid criminal background screening.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, federal grant compliance requirements, and applicable State of New Mexico and City of Albuquerque laws, policies, and procedures.
• Public sector housing and community development operations; public administration; municipal governmental organization; and preparation of records, reports, correspondence, and written directives.
• Innovative and energy-efficient housing practices, including green building and sustainability measures.
• Knowledge of federal housing and community development programs, including but not limited to Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG).
• Public-sector budgeting, grant accounting, and financial reporting requirements associated with federally funded programs.
• Housing policy, homelessness response systems, affordable housing development, and community development strategies.
• Program planning, performance measurement, and evaluation methodologies within a government or nonprofit environment.
• Procurement, contract administration, and monitoring practices related to federally funded housing and community development activities
• Equity-focused program design and implementation, including fair housing principles and community-centered service delivery.
• Organizational management and supervision practices in a public-sector or regulated environment.
• Stakeholder engagement processes involving elected officials, community partners, service providers, and residents.
• Public meeting protocols, legislative processes, and formal reporting requirements.

• Plan, direct, and oversee multiple housing and community development programs simultaneously.
• Staff development, performance management, and corrective action in accordance with City policies.
• Assess program effectiveness, identify compliance risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Grant budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial reconciliation.
• Verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and accurate grant applications, reports, policies, and presentations.
• Work effectively with City leadership, elected officials, community stakeholders, and funding agencies.
• Coordinate complex initiatives, meet federal deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
• Policy development and implementation on regulatory requirements into effective local procedures.
• Present effectively and convey technical and policy information to non-technical audiences.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing housing and community development programs.
• Manage and oversee federally funded programs from application through closeout.
• Supervise, motivate, and develop professional and technical staff.
• Evaluate service delivery models and implement improvements that advance housing stability, equity, and community outcomes.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in the administration of public funds and sensitive information.
• Represent the City professionally in public forums, intergovernmental meetings, and community engagements.
• Balance regulatory compliance with innovation and responsiveness to community needs.
• Manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and adapt to changing federal requirements.
• Prepare and present clear, concise, and accurate oral and written reports.
• Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation