About the Opportunity
The Livermore Housing Authority (LHA) is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Development and Asset Management to lead and execute the Agency’s real estate development and portfolio strategy.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of affordable housing in Livermore. You will drive new development, acquisitions, and repositioning efforts while ensuring the long-term financial and operational success of the Agency’s housing portfolio.
As a small and dynamic agency, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys both big-picture strategy and rolling up their sleeves—you’ll lead initiatives while directly managing projects and working closely with consultants, partners, and stakeholders.
What You’ll Do
Lead Development Strategy
- Build and execute a pipeline of affordable housing projects including new construction, acquisitions, and repositioning
- Identify and evaluate development opportunities, partnerships, and sites
- Perform feasibility analysis, financial modeling, and risk assessment
Manage Full Lifecycle Development
- Oversee projects from concept through stabilization (pre-development → construction → lease-up)
- Structure and secure financing (LIHTC, bonds, grants, and other funding sources)
- Negotiate development agreements and coordinate with legal, financial, and development partners
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance
Oversee Construction & Delivery
- Monitor construction progress, budgets, and contractor performance
- Review change orders, pay applications, and project close-outs
- Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, Section 3, and applicable regulations
Drive Asset Management Strategy
- Monitor financial performance of the Agency’s housing portfolio
- Analyze budgets, cash flow, and long-term capital needs
- Lead capital planning, refinancing, and repositioning strategies
- Ensure compliance with regulatory agreements and funding requirements
Collaborate on Property Operations
- Partner with property management to ensure strong operations and occupancy
- Establish performance expectations and monitor KPIs
- Support lease-up strategies for new developments
Secure Funding & Financial Sustainability
- Lead competitive funding applications (LIHTC, HOME, CDBG, etc.)
- Identify new funding sources and financing opportunities
- Partner with Finance on long-term portfolio strategy
Serve as a Key Leader & Representative
- Act as LHA’s lead real estate representative with public agencies, developers, and partners
- Present projects and strategy to executive leadership and the Board
- Build strong relationships with local jurisdictions and funding partners
Operate in a Lean, High-Impact Environment
- Perform hands-on work including financial modeling and due diligence
- Manage multiple projects independently
- Leverage consultants effectively while maintaining ownership of outcomes
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in real estate, urban planning, business, finance, or related field
- At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in:
- Affordable housing development
- Real estate finance and/or asset management
- Demonstrated experience managing projects through the full development lifecycle
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with LIHTC and public funding programs
- Experience working with a housing authority or public agency
- Strong understanding of affordable housing regulations and compliance
Key Skills & Expertise
- Affordable housing development and finance
- Financial modeling and pro forma analysis
- Asset management and portfolio strategy
- Project and construction management
- Negotiation and stakeholder engagement
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Why Join Livermore Housing Authority?
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Impact: Shape real, tangible affordable housing outcomes in the community
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Schedule: 9/80 schedule and potential hybrid work environment
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Stability & Benefits:
- CalPERS pension
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- 457 retirement plan option
- Generous leave and 16 holidays + 1 floating holiday
Additional Information
- Valid California driver’s license required
- Occasional evening meetings and travel may be required
- Employment subject to background check
To view the full job description please visit: https://livermoreha.org/employment-opportunities.html
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Thank you for your interest in pursuing a career with the Livermore Housing Authority (LHA). By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the quality of life for low-income households in Livermore. At LHA, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, safe housing to our residents, providing essential resources for those seeking housing, and championing the cause of affordable housing.
We are proud to foster a work environment that is committed to diversity, inclusion, professional development, and the utilization of best practices in the delivery of our programs and services. We invite you to explore our available job opportunities below and consider if a career with the Livermore Housing Authority might be right for you. Together, we can make Livermore a place where everyone can find a home.