Assistant Department Director- Housing

This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.

The City of Oxnard's Housing Department is currently hiring for an Assistant Department Director. The Assistant Department director will be responsible for modernizing procedures, updating policies, and evaluating, managing, and organizing systems and staff workloads. This includes implementing process improvements and enhancing workflow efficiency. The Assistant Director provides day-to-day oversight and administration, including planning, managing, and coordinating program activities, evaluating operations, and making strategic recommendations.

The Assistant Director oversees a team of approximately 50 staff members and performs managerial duties in alignment with the organization's personnel policies, priorities, procedures, and applicable laws.

THE POSITION

The mission of the Housing Department is to enhance the well-being of the City by addressing unsafe and substandard housing conditions and alleviating the shortage of affordable housing for residents. The Housing Department is committed to providing decent, safe, and sanitary housing for eligible families while upholding principles of integrity, exceptional customer service, cost-effectiveness, operational efficiency, and the social welfare of the community.

Key program areas include Housing Choice Voucher, Capital Fund, Family Self-Sufficiency, Public Housing, and Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency Grant Programs. The Housing Authority currently owns and manages 523 units of federally subsidized low-income housing and administers approximately 1,900 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.

Key Attributes, Skills, and Characteristics

* Demonstrated expertise in change management, with a proven ability to lead organizational transitions effectively

* In-depth knowledge of Federal (HUD), State (HCD), and local laws, codes, and regulations related to housing, homelessness, business and employment programs, funding sources, waiting list administration, eligibility, and occupancy

* Skilled in preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive reports

* Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with residents, staff, and community stakeholders

* Proven leadership in supervising staff at multiple levels, including supervisors and resident assistants, across various program areas

* Excellent organizational and administrative skills for managing complex housing operations efficiently

WORK SCHEDULE

The normal workweek is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, and alternating Fridays, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. This position is responsible for representing the department at various meetings, including regular City Council, City Council Committees, Neighborhood Council gatherings, and other special and community events.

This position is considered exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either dependent on each position, which is primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

Essential Functions:

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

* Oversees the conduct of performance evaluations, training, and hiring, discipline and termination procedures as well as directly supervises management, professional, paraprofessional and support staff.

* Manages and administers the operations of a major division within a department; coordinates and oversees the implementation of division programs and operational activities; participates in program planning and development; assists in developing goals, policies and objectives; aligns division operations with department and organizational strategy and goals.

* Monitors and oversees service quality and compliance with applicable regulations, standards, codes, policies and/or business requirements; manages operational risk; identifies and implements process improvements for the optimization of resources and the effective delivery of high quality services.

* Provides technical guidance; monitors and evaluates projects and processes; performs research of specialized and technical information; analyzes and resolves complex and sensitive issues; handles escalated customer concerns; and creates, negotiates and implements initiatives and solutions.

* Serves as division representative, liaison and/or advisor to management, City officials, boards, commissions, authorities, outside agencies, the public and/or other organizations regarding assigned area; facilitates and participates in meetings.

* Develops and delivers presentations; prepares and/or oversees the preparation, maintenance and/or distribution of correspondence, reports,…