Director of Housing Development

Compass is proud to be a division of Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW). LCSNW partners with individuals, families, and communities for health, justice, and hope by providing support services in key areas such as behavioral health, child wellness, refugees and immigrants, and support to aging adults and people with disabilities to live independent lives. To learn more about the agency, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org
WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU:
As an employer of choice, we're deeply committed to supporting our employees, because when you're empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind

A 37.50 hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays to use your way
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. The Director of Housing Development leads the agency's real estate development program, guiding projects from initial strategy through financing, construction, and stabilization. In partnership with the divisional president, this role would oversee the multi-year development pipeline, manages complex affordable housing financing and ensures all projects advance Compass's mission to provide safe, dignified housing options.

By advancing a steady pipeline of projects, this position enables the Compass Housing division and LCSNW to deliver housing across multiple states that supports community stability and long-term well-being.

In partnership with the Compass president, this role will lead the strategy and implementation of a pipeline of affordable housing development and preservation projects from site identification through construction and project completion

Identify and evaluate asset-based acquisition opportunities, including land and existing properties, and conduct feasibility, market, and financial analyses

Structure and secure project financing, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and other public and private funding sources

Direct entitlement and permitting processes, working with public agencies to obtain approvals and navigate regulatory requirements

Oversee all phases of development, including consultant selection, design coordination, construction oversight, and project closeout

Negotiate and manage contracts with lenders, investors, consultants, and development partners

Supervise and support staff while representing the division with community stakeholders, funders, and partners

HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT:

8 years of related experience in real estate or affordable housing development, including managing projects from acquisition through construction

Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, urban planning, or related field or related field; substantial relevant experience will be considered in place of degree

Experience structuring and managing complex project financing, including LIHTC and public funding sources

Experience leading multiple development projects and navigating entitlement and regulatory processes

Experience supervising staff or leading cross-functional project teams

Fluency in English, both spoken and written, with ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including community stakeholders and public partners

Intermediate mastery of business applications and productivity suites

Demonstrates sound judgment, resilience, and ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities

Demonstrates resilience, awareness and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict and obstacles/barriers.

Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment; works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences throughout the service lifecycle

Demonstrates exceptional commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations

Successfully completes tasks in a low noise environment

Interacts with others and performs tasks in-person and through the use of technology, with long periods of stationary activity and moderate periods of increased physical activity including and not limited to walking, standing, and navigating construction environments

Moves equipment/materials…