Review Vacancy
AgencyHomes and Community Renewal
TitleSpecial Assistant (Director of Buyouts)
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $108665 to $137319 Annually
Minimum Qualifications • Master’s degree in City Planning, Public Policy or related field.
• 6+ years’ relevant experience. Master's degree may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
• Background and proven track record of expertise in affordable housing required. Experience with disaster recovery and/or community infrastructure projects a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organization, management, and communication skills essential.
• Positive, pragmatic approach to problem resolution.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to be part of a team.
Duties Description JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Director of Buyouts is to implement a new state-wide voluntary private property buyout program. The Director will supervise at least one program manager and support them in their work managing sub-recipients and vendors to effectuate the program. The Director of Buyouts will report to the Deputy Director of RHC within of the Office of Resilient Homes and Communities.
DUTIES
• Coordinate program design and implementation with stakeholders, such as the NYS DEC, local units of government and civic/homeowner associations.
• Represent RHC and the EBA at public meetings and with the press.
• Procure vendors and on-board sub-recipients to administer the buyout program. Vendors may include appraisal firms, land surveyors, closing attorneys, and case management firms. Sub-recipients may include municipal and/or county governments.
• Oversee the program budget, on-going production, data/technology and deliverables.
• Serve as the person responsible for the documentation of program policies and procedures and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.
Additional Comments If interested, a current resume must be submitted. Please clearly outline how you meet the minimum qualifications. Please put the vacancy ID in the subject line of your submission.
Telecommuting options should be discussed during the interview or after point of hire.
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