Mayor's Housing Advisor Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boiseid/jobs/newprint/4703567) Apply Mayor's Housing Advisor Salary$68,000.00 - $85,000.00 AnnuallyLocation Boise City Hall, IDJob TypeFull Time RegularJob Number23 -06896DepartmentMayor's OfficeDivisionHousing PartnershipsOpening Date11/08/2024Closing Date12/1/2024 12:00 PM Mountain
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Summary StatementJoin us in a fulfilling role as the Mayor's Housing Advisor, where you'll lead strategic housing initiatives in close collaboration with the Mayor's office and City departments. This position lets you build and nurture relationships with community partners, affordable developers, realtors, nonprofits, and policymakers to expand and preserve affordable housing options. You'll be a key player in fostering community partnerships, researching housing solutions, and providing insightful policy recommendations to make a real difference for our residents. This is your chance to be part of something truly impactful and meaningful. The mayor's housing advisor coordinates with the mayor’s office and city departments regarding the city’s strategic housing initiatives. This position works under general direction and specifically serves as a business relationship manager to developers, realtors, property managers, landlords, and builders to expand, build, and preserve affordable and supportive housing options.This position is designated as At-Will. Essential Functions
Builds and maintains positive relationships with community partners and seeks alignment among diverse stakeholders related to housing. Actively reaches out to the development community and other stakeholders to educate them on current city programs and obtain feedback related to increasing and preserving affordable housing.
Researches, analyzes, and develops recommendations for growing affordable housing options. Provides a strategic perspective on policy and makes recommendations to the mayor and other senior staff. Seeks to resolve problems and create innovative ideas related to housing through collaborative teamwork, both internally and in the community.
Supports the implementation of the 'Home for Everyone' strategic plan. Establishes priorities, goals, projects, and outcomes for strategic initiatives related to stakeholder relationships in housing. Advises and updates the mayor's office, key city leaders, and city departments on related programs that affect the city.
Seeks to resolve problems and create innovative ideas through collaborative teamwork from all levels of government and the community. Ensures the best program recommendations come before the mayor. Develops and helps maintain positive working relationships with the community, business organizations, residents, non-profit organizations, and governmental agencies.
RequirementsRequired Knowledge, Experience, And Training Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, urban planning or a closely related field and four years of experience or any combination of training and experience equivalent.Knowledge of:
federal, state, and local housing policy
principles and practices of successful business relationship management
project management techniques
computer usage, including related software.
Ability to:
develop ideas from concept through implementation using group facilitation skills
prioritize and manage several projects simultaneously and independently
utilize change management methods
communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And TrainingFive years of work experience or more in project management and a comprehensive understanding of federal, state and local policy pertaining to affordable housing.Licensing And Other RequirementsValid state-issued driver's license.Special RequirementsApplicants must be able to pass:City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process RegulationDriving Record CheckWorking ConditionsThe physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical EffortsWork includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.Working EnvironmentThe work environment will include outdoor weather conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.Healthcare:
ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
Low-cost dental and vision options.
Post-employment health savings account.
Retirement and Investment Plans:
PERSI retirement benefits
401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match
WellBeing Program:
Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
Alternative transportation incentives.
Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave:
10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
12 paid holidays every year
8 hours of sick leave per month
10 weeks Parental Leave
Life & Long Term Disability:
Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you
Other optional benefits:
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
Supplemental Life Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Free local bus pass
Corporate discount programs
AFLAC
Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.
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