Job Title: Housing Services Director

Reports to: Executive Director
Status/Classification: Full Time, Exempt

The Home Trust of Ouray County (HTOC) is seeking to hire a Housing Services Director who will be responsible for managing affordable housing programs for Ouray County, the City of Ouray, and the Town of Ridgway. This role will focus in large part on deed restriction management and acting as liaison between local governments. This role will also cover program development and administration, financial management and reporting, stakeholder collaboration, resident support services, and Prop 123 compliance. The Housing Services Director will play a crucial role in providing housing services for Ouray County.

About Home Trust of Ouray County (HTOC):
The Home Trust of Ouray County (HTOC) is a mission-oriented, nonprofit organization for affordable housing and community development based in the town of Ridgway. We operate under the community land trust model which holds land in trust for community benefit. As a community land trust, HTOC seeks to provide affordable home ownership and rental opportunities and other community services such as childcare and affordable commercial space for local businesses.

As a ground-breaking organization, we offer an exciting, yet professional work environment focused on community vitality. We employ individuals with a strong commitment to excellence, an ability to problem-solve, an interest in collaboration, and the desire to make a difference.

Job Responsibilities:

• Program Development and Administration:
  • Oversee the administration and enforcement of deed-restricted properties including: management the sale and resale of deed-restricted properties, oversight of buyer selection and lottery processes, maintenance of compliance with regulations and agreements, development and implementation of procedures for granting reasonable accommodation, review and determination of exceptions and requests for exceptions, execution of verification checks including employment verification, and collaboration with local governments in the event of a violation.
  • Collaborate with local governments to develop a strategic plan and a work plan for affordable housing services.
  • Manage affordable housing programs and initiatives in alignment with the goals of Ouray County, the City of Ouray, and the Town of Ridgway.
  • Establish and maintain program guidelines, application processes, and eligibility criteria for various affordable housing services. Review fine and fee schedules. Coordinate the intake, review, and approval processes for affordable housing applications. Manage waitlists and ensure fair and equitable access to housing opportunities.
  • Develop and maintain an inventory of affordable housing, and an inventory of city, town, and county-owned property suitable for development.
• Financial Management and Reporting:
  • Collaborate with local governments to annually review and update a housing services budget to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Assist Business Manager in identifying, applying for, and managing funding opportunities from various sources, including grants and Proposition 123 funds.
  • Assist Business Manager to prepare financial reports and provide regular updates to local governments as related to housing services.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with Community Outreach Director on affordable housing inquiries from community members, developers, and other stakeholders.
  • Collaborate effectively with Ouray County, the City of Ouray, and the Town of Ridgway staff and elected officials.
  • Facilitate communication and coordination among various housing-related organizations and agencies as related to housing services.
• Resident Support and Education:
  • Develop educational resources for prospective homebuyers, covering topics such as budgeting, lending, down payment assistance, and the home-buying process.
  • Facilitate homebuyer education classes required for first time homebuyers through Housing Resources of Western Colorado or other partner organizations Provide guidance to individuals navigating the complexities of deed- restricted properties.
  • Connect residents with relevant support services and resources as needed.
• Compliance and Reporting (Proposition 123):
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines related to affordable housing programs.
  • Arrange for housing needs assessments as required by Prop 123 (every 3 years).
  • Assist local governments in petitioning for higher Rural Resort AMIs.
  • Advise on other Proposition 123 compliance requirements.
  • Prepare and submit required reports to funding agencies and participating jurisdictions.

Job Qualifications and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience with deed restriction management and affordable housing program administration.
• Experience with financial management, budgeting, and grant administration.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in MS Office software and other relevant software and technology.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $70,000-80,000
• Ability to work remotely. Position requires monthly travel to Ouray County. Applicant must have valid Colorado driver’s license and insured vehicle, travel compensation paid based on mileage.
• Four weeks PTO in addition to all federal and state holidays.
• Health Insurance and cell phone stipend provided.
• Annual performance bonus of 0-15% of base salary for reaching organization and individual pre-established goals and benchmarks (contingent on availability of funds)

How to Apply:
Resumes and a cover letter should be emailed to director@hometrustoc.org.

HTOC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.