The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz has an immediate need for its first Development Director to lead its affordable housing initiatives and drive the success of its real estate development projects.

Under administrative direction from the Deputy City Manager, plans, directs and reviews the activities and operations of the Planning Department; coordinating assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Deputy City Manager. Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical and cleri- cal staff.

The Community Development Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned communities from land acquisition to commencement of homebuilding. This includes community design and product development, securing entitlements and construction plan approvals and land development. The Community Development Manager is also responsible for obtaining building permits and Department of Real Estate approvals, coordinating sales disclosures and overseeing the community close out process. Click here to read the full job description and requirements.