Executive Director

The Housing Authority of the City of Cairo is seeking a visionary and strategic Executive Director to oversee its operations, programs and community initiatives. The Executive Director serves under the general direction of the Board of Commissioners and will be responsible for planning, directing and managing the operations of the Cairo Housing Authority.
The Cairo Housing Authority is a Multifamily Project Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) RAD property with 185 units.

The Executive Director will demonstrate considerable knowledge of federal grant applications, governmental finance, budgeting, and accounting. Demonstrated proficiency with organizational management, personnel, administration and supervision is required. Develop, update and implement housing policies and operating procedures in alignment with local, state and federal laws. They must also demonstrate knowledge of Fair Housing, landlord/tenant laws and contract administration.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, or a related field. The candidate must have experience in financial planning, administrative and public management. A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in a public housing authority, a non-profit housing corporation or a combination of training and experience to meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities approved by the Board of Commissioners.

A Public Housing Manager Certification is required. Demonstrated knowledge of RAD is preferred but not required.

The Executive Director must adhere to and comply with HUD regulations and guidelines, including Fair Housing, Financial compliance, and other agency policies and procedures.

It is the policy of the Housing Authority not to discriminate in employment or the provision of services. The Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.