Chief Executive Officer

Munice Housing Authority: 

Muncie Housing Authority is committed to providing quality choices of affordable housing,  fostering self-sufficiency and working toward homeownership

Role Overview: 

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has total responsibility for administering, managing, maintaining, planning, and directing the Agency's programs. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for the safekeeping of all property and records and is the Agency's primary liaison with the Board of Commissioners (BOC), HUD, and state and local entities. Responsible for the Agency receiving at least a satisfactory rating concerning HUD agency scoring systems such as Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS), Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) and other future HUD required evaluation systems

All resumes should go to this email address:  [email protected]

Responsibilities

1. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) plans, develops, organizes, coordinates, delegates, supervises, and directs the implementation of the Agency's Housing programs.
2. Oversees and provides for safekeeping of the Agency's buildings, grounds, facilities, equipment, supplies, monies, files, records, documents, and reporting.
3. Supervises Agency Staff, providing ongoing assistance to current staff to support a positive and productive working environment. Makes recommendations for and oversees the selection, training, direction, supervision, utilization, discipline, and termination of Agency employees. Makes recommendations to the BOC for schedule of salary ranges, employee benefits, and periodic revisions. Reviews periodic reports on the accomplishment of assigned goals and objectives.
4. Oversees and ensures accurate preparation of all budgets and revisions. Revises and authorizes Agency expenditures and monitors funds for effective and efficient use.
5. Serves as Secretary/Treasurer to the Board of Commissioners, submitting budgets and informing Board of the status of activities and projects within the Agency; develops and proposes new policies or changes in existing policies; notifies the BOC of changes or proposed changes in federal, state, or local legislation affecting the Agency; provides the BOC with information on evaluations of efficiency and effectiveness of Agency operations and provides recommendations for improvements.
6. Works with the BOC to develop the Agency's strategic and operational plans. Effectively develops organizational structures and plans and implements internal policies, programs, goals, and priorities.
7. Serves as liaison between the BOC and Agency staff. Acts as spokesperson for the BOC when authorized by the BOC chairperson. Responds promptly to other BOC inquiries regarding Agency plans and operations.
8. Participates in negotiating contracts with outside agencies and companies for major maintenance services and management services. Executes contracts.
9. Establish policy, administrative, and management decisions concerning the daily operations of the Agency.
10. Identifies federal and non-federal funding sources to augment declining subsidy, helping to ensure the viability of housing and associated programs offered by the Agency.
11. Discusses Agency goals, priorities, problems, and concerns with officials, representatives, and members of the local government, news media, social and public service agencies, state government, and federal government.
12. Meets with tenants concerning complaints and/or grievances after unresolved investigation and negotiations by designated staff and advises them of their rights to hearings according to the Agency's procedures.
13. Monitors, surveys, and inspects various aspects of the Agency's operations on a frequent and continuing basis, to obtain a general idea of conditions, appearance, problems, accomplishments, and results.
14. Monitors the Agency's compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the Agency. Prepares and submits reports and statistics required by such entities.
15. Addresses business and civic groups on matters pertaining to the Agency. Successfully maintains positive Agency image and working relationships with the community and local, state, and federal government officials.
16. Reviews and approves reports and other documents that are required by federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
17. Attends professional meetings, seminars, and conferences to keep abreast of new trends, activities, and concepts in Housing Programs.  Supports, assists, and works with other Agencies and affiliated organizations in joint efforts, which are mutually beneficial, by participating in community activities and functions relevant to Agency objectives and by maintaining membership in appropriate community organizations.
18. Volunteer's new ideas, suggestions, and recommendations to HUD as desired.  At the request of HUD, or affiliated groups, may assist in planning or development of seminars, conferences, and workshops. Reviews proposed laws or regulations and recommends changes or improvements.
19. Receives and reviews bids and executes contracts.
20. Documents in writing appropriate events and activities.
21. Accountable for consistent adherence to strong Agency standards regarding the ethical, responsible, and appropriate use, care, and safeguarding of Agency materials, supplies, resources, and other assets.
22. Serves as Security Administrator and User Administrator for the HUD REAC system.

Education and Experience

A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or Management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of leadership experience in alignment with the duties of a Public Housing CEO or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the ability to fulfill the essential job duties of the position.

A Certified Management Executive (CME) Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of employment or other allowable period of hire as authorized by the Board of Commissioners.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Thorough knowledge of the relationship of PHA's to other federal, state, and local jurisdictions and their abilities to provide funds or other support to the Agency.
2. Thorough knowledge of housing bond issues, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) conventional loans, or other financing options.
3. Knowledge of community/social services available locally and through state and federal agencies and/or funding sources.
4. Thorough knowledge of Agency operating policies and procedures, pertinent HUD regulations, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to housing authorities.
5. Thorough knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of personnel management, training, and performance evaluation.
6. Thorough knowledge of procurement regulations and OSHA requirements.
7. Working knowledge of the laws and regulations governing bonded indebtedness, handling of bids, and the preparation and execution of contracts and agreements.
8. General knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of maintenance and other functional areas within the Agency.
9. Thorough knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of budgeting and accounting, and of the function and operation of the construction industry.
10. Thorough knowledge of financing and development of new properties.
11. Skill in addressing the public and other bodies and presenting information in a clear, organized, and convincing manner.
12. Ability to accurately and completely document in writing appropriate events and activities.
13. Ability to plan, direct, and supervise the work of others, to delegate responsibility and authority, and to hold subordinates accountable for tasks assigned.
14. Ability to read and comprehend complex material.
15. Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions.
16. Ability to manage complexities and competing proprieties. Ability to coordinate information and activities among groups with differing agendas, across multi-functional areas.
17. Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and effectively manage multiple priorities.
18. Ability to identify operational problems and develop effective solutions.
19. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, and persons outside the Agency.
20. Ability to prepare clear and concise narrative and statistical reports and deal effectively with situations requiring tact and diplomacy, yet firmness.
21. Ability to operate appropriate Agency computer equipment and software packages.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid new parent leave
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

   

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruit, select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.