Executive Director Kenosha Housing Authority

The Kenosha Housing Authority is a public corporation created by the City of Kenosha to operate housing programs targeted for low-income households, the elderly and persons with disabilities.
The Kenosha Housing Authority administers the Federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program for the City of Kenosha, as well as other housing assistance programs, serving over 1,200 families. We also promote home ownership and neighborhood revitalization through home construction and homebuyer assistance. The Housing Authority is a HUD Certified Counseling Agency.
The mission of the Housing Authority of the City of Kenosha is to assist very low-income families with safe, decent, and affordable housing opportunities as they strive to achieve self-sufficiency and improve the quality of their lives. The Housing Authority is committed to operating in an efficient, ethical, and professional manner. The Housing Authority will create and maintain partnerships with clients and appropriate community agencies in order to accomplish this mission.

Under administrative direction of the City Administrator, manages the Housing Authority for the City of Kenosha (KHA). Work involves supervising subordinate personnel in the administration of the HUD Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (Mainstream, VASH, Family Unification Program, Family Self Sufficiency, Welfare to Work), TBRA and HCRI down payment assistance and other state funded housing programs. The incumbent coordinates housing grant programs for first time home buyers and homeless assistance.

Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, staffing, record keeping, training, special projects, report preparation and monitoring funding sources. Work is reviewed through conferences and written reports for results obtained. Performs other work as requested or assigned.

The City of Kenosha, Wisconsin is conveniently located between Chicago (55 miles to the south) and Milwaukee (36 miles to the north) on the southwest shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. Because of its proximity between two major metropolitan areas, Kenosha has become a ideal destination for many people seeking relatively lower housing costs in a safe, friendly and prosperous environment. With easy access to the Interstate 94 corridor, international airports at Chicago and Milwaukee, and the Metra rail line from Kenosha to Chicago, residents are able to choose from an extensive list of amenities, educational resources and career opportunities available within the commuting area.

The population of Kenosha is in excess of 100,000, making it the fourth largest city in the state. The Wisconsin Department of Administration estimates that the number of residents within our community will continue to grow steadily because of the influence of the nearby metropolitan areas.

Kenosha community websites: kenosha.org, kaba.org, ,

The City of Kenosha is governed by a full-time Mayor with a 4-year term and a part-time Council comprised of 17 Alderpersons elected by district every two years. A full-time City Administrator functions as the City's Chief Operating Officer. City Department Heads report directly to administration. The working atmosphere is collaborative and inclusive.

The City employs over 750 full-time with an additional 250 seasonal employees who work primarily during the summer construction and recreation season. The majority of these seasonal employees contribute to various Public Works divisions.

• Effectively supervises and recommends the hiring, discharge, assignment, evaluation, discipline and adjustment of grievances and subordinate employees.
• Plans and prepares monthly board meeting agendas and recommends…