Job Information
Trinidad Housing Authority Executive Director in Trinidad, Colorado
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This is not an exhaustive list; other duties may be assigned.
- Execute resolutions and policies adopted by the Board; prepare and sign contracts, agreements and other instruments on behalf of the Authority.
- Oversee and supervise all phases of the Authority's operations: admissions, leasing, maintenance, modernization, asset management, and tenant services.
- Prepare, monitor and revise the operating and capital budgets; implement long-term financial plans to maintain solvency and effective operation.
- Ensure compliance with HUD and other federal/state/local regulations (e.g., public housing, Section 8 voucher program, procurement, fair housing).
- Serve as primary liaison with HUD, local government, community partners, and media; represent the Authority publicly; maintain positive community relations.
- Lead the development of affordable housing initiatives, redevelopment, property acquisition, renovation, or mixed-finance projects when applicable.
- Select, train, supervise and evaluate senior management and staff; formulate and enforce personnel policies and procedures.
- Monitor maintenance programs, modernization schedules, and inspect the condition of properties to ensure safe, decent and sanitary housing for residents.
- Prepare agendas, reports and materials for Board meetings; maintain official records; advise the Board on policies, contract awards, and operational matters.
- Oversee resident programs and supports, and coordinate with social service providers where appropriate.
- Identify funding opportunities (grants, loans, tax credits) and oversee submission of applications to support Authority initiatives.
*Qualifications *
Education / Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Studies, or related field required; or equivalent;
- Of at least 5--7 years of progressively responsible housing, community development, or public administration experience; supervisory/management experience required.
- Knowledge of HUD programs (public housing, vouchers, mixed-finance, tax credits) and federal/state regulations governing housing authorities.
- Strong financial acumen: budgeting, investments, auditing, capital/preservation planning.
- Excellent leadership, communications, public relations and community-partnership skills.
- Ability to interpret policy, make independent judgments, supervise staff, and work collaboratively with Board and stakeholders.
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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Proficiency in standard business computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database systems).
- Capacity to manage property development/acquisition, renovation projects, and asset management operations.
- Understanding of fair housing laws, procurement practices, risk management, and tenant services.
- Strong verbal and written communication; ability to present to Board, community, media.
- Ability to build relationships across public, private and non-profit sectors, and to foster an inclusive organizational culture.
- Submit Cover Letter, Resume, and three professional references to Trinidad Housing Authority at 422 E. 1st. Trinidad, Colorado 81082 by Mail or hand delivered.
- Closing date will be November 14, 2025 by 4:00 PM
- Any Questions, please call 719-846-7204
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