Help shape the future of affordable housing. As Deputy Director of Housing Initiatives, you'll drive highimpact housing and voucher programs that expand access, strengthen systems, and improve lives by turning vision into real, lasting outcomes.
The Deputy Director of Housing Initiatives supports the implementation and improvement of affordable housing and voucher programs, providing operational and people leadership that advances equitable access to stable, affordable housing. Working closely with senior leadership, this role oversees daytoday program operations, strengthens performance and compliance, and collaborates with internal teams and external partners to improve resident outcomes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Programmatic and Operational Leadership
- Support the execution of organizational priorities related to affordable housing and voucherprogram initiatives.
- Lead daytoday planning, implementation, and refinement of housing programs, including pilot initiatives and program enhancements.
- Assist senior leadership in assessing emerging opportunities and providing operational insight to inform longterm housing strategy.
- Apply subjectmatter expertise in housing stability and rental assistance to support effective and compliant program delivery.
Program Oversight and Performance
- Provide oversight for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) initiatives, projectbased vouchers, and related rental assistance programs.
- Monitor program performance, compliance, and quality assurance, recommending and implementing improvements as needed.
- Support strategies to improve voucher utilization, landlord participation, and participant experience.
- Promote residentcentered program design that reflects community needs and supports longterm housing stability.
- Utilize data and reporting to inform decisionmaking and continuous improvement.
Partnerships and External Engagement
- Maintain effective working relationships with public housing authorities, government agencies, nonprofit partners, developers, landlords, and community stakeholders.
- Represent the organization in local and regional housing meetings, coalitions, and partner forums.
- Support crosssector collaborations that strengthen housing systems, expand resources, and improve program outcomes.
Team Leadership and Organizational Support
- Supervise and support program staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and equity.
- Assist with staff onboarding, development, workload management, and crossteam coordination.
- Support budgeting, grant, contract, and resource tracking for housing initiatives.
- Ensure daytoday operations align with the organization's mission, values, and strategic direction.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 3+ years of supervisory or teamlead experience.
- 3+ years of experience administering public or assisted housing programs.
- Experience in affordable housing or community development program operations.
- Working knowledge of Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs and HUDregulated environments.
- Ability to support program improvement and operational change.
- Familiarity with LowIncome Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) structures.
- Experience supporting budget management, grantfunded programs, or contracting.
- Experience working in crosssector or collaborative housing initiatives.
- Strong communication and relationshipbuilding skills.
- Ability to obtain required certifications.
- Commitment to equity and residentcentered practice.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT
- Occasionally required to stand.
- Occasionally required to walk.
- Frequently required to sit.
- Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
- Continually required to talk or hear.
- Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
- Occasionally/required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds/ up to 25 pounds/ up to 50 pounds/ more than 50 pounds
Quadel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Quadel complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements, which may include background screening, pre-employment drug test and verification of credentials.
This job description reflects the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities.
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Quadel Consulting Corporation
Apr 14, 2026