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Housing Coordination Services Manager - Chicago, IL

Housing Coordination Services Manager
Office of Housing Coordination Services
Illinois Development Authority
Chicago, IL

Illinois Housing Development Authority is looking for a Housing Coordination Services Manager.
This position performs all work of the Office of Housing Coordination Services (OHCS) as required by the OHCS Director and/or Assistant Director, with major emphasis placed on the State’s housing plans and progress reports, the local housing planning program (AHPAA), and related duties. Responsibilities include serving as lead staff/coordinator in the planning, development and production of all the State of Illinois Annual Comprehensive Housing Plans and Annual/Interim Progress Reports; coordinating the implementation of the Affordable Housing Planning and Appeal Act; Assisting in development of the HUD Consolidated Five-Year Plan, annual plans, and performance reports; Coordinating the nominations, review, and selection process for projects considered under the Annual Governor’s Affordable Housing Champion awards; Serving as IHDA’s liaison to various advisory groups as assigned, especially those related to planning, sustainability, place-based development, and rural housing.

Education & Experience Requirements:
  • College degree (BA/BS) in Political Science, Planning, or a related field, preferably with a Master’s degree (Urban Planning, MPA, MBA)
  • Relevant computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) strongly preferred
  • Proven communication skills in writing (technical reports, correspondence) and public speaking
  • In-state travel required (primarily Springfield), must have valid driver’s license
  • Experience in administering and/or utilizing federal/state/local housing and community development programs preferred
  • Must have strong organizational abilities, and must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent benefits package, including 401 (k); immediate vesting.

Submit resume to:
Bill Pluta
Office of Housing Coordination Services (OHCS)
Illinois Housing Development Authority IHDA)
wpluta@ihda.org
312/836-5354
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