Director/Leased Housing & Rental Services
Location: Providence, RI
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Requisition ID: 1581
About the Employer
RIHousing works to ensure that all people who live in Rhode Island can afford a healthy, attractive home that meets their needs. RIHousing provides loans, grants, education, and assistance to help Rhode Islanders find, rent, buy, build, and keep a good home. Created by the General Assembly in 1973, RIHousing is a self-sustaining corporation and receives no state funding for operations. The organization is a two-time winner of "Best Places to Work" and has received recognition as one of PBN's Healthiest Employers of RI.
Role Summary
The Director of Leased Housing & Rental Services is a key leadership role within RIHousing's Leased Housing Department. This position advances housing opportunities across a wide range of household incomes and needs, oversees asset management and compliance for RIHousing's multifamily lending portfolio, and administers federal and state rental production and subsidy programs. You will partner closely with senior leadership including the executive director and deputy director on policy development, financial and strategic planning, and legislative advocacy. The role is designed for face-to-face collaboration and direct involvement in the Providence office environment.
What You'll Do
External Engagement & Program Development
- Promote RIHousing programs by marketing resources to the real estate community, including multifamily developers, owners, and property managers
- Represent RIHousing in key community activities, industry organizations, and meetings with businesses, civic leaders, and affordable housing partners to maintain a strong public presence
- Identify program opportunities and recommend improvements or enhancements to existing rental and housing programs
- Build partnerships with federal, state, and local officials, nonprofit organizations, and developers to advance affordable housing policy and initiatives
- Advocate for equitable housing policies and contribute to statewide solutions for low-income, homeless, and at-risk households
Program Oversight & Compliance
- Oversee implementation of policies, procedures, and systems that monitor the physical and financial condition of RIHousing's multifamily portfolio and rental assistance programs
- Ensure regulatory compliance by staying current on federal and state laws, updating procedures, and guiding staff on required changes
- Manage federal and state rental programs including Section 8 PBCA, Housing Choice Voucher, LIHTC, HOME, State Rental Assistance, and HUD Section 811 PRA
- Evaluate program performance to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery to partners, owners, and tenants
- Serve as primary liaison with HUD, state agencies, property owners, managers, and service providers for compliance, training, and technical assistance
Leadership & Division Management
- Lead and develop staff through supervision, training, performance management, and workflow oversight
- Guide policy and program decisions based on federal, state, and agency priorities
- Develop training programs for internal teams and external partners
- Resolve complex operational issues and support staff in navigating programmatic and human-resource challenges
Strategic & Financial Leadership
- Develop operational plans, policies, and guidelines for division programs and initiatives
- Lead strategic planning and collaborate with senior leadership on long-term program and policy direction
- Oversee financial planning including annual budgeting and resource allocation for the division
- Manage major program resources including federal appropriations exceeding $200M annually and asset management of a $950M multifamily lending portfolio
- Exercise independent judgment in directing a highly regulated division with complex operational demands
Required Qualifications
- 8–10 years of broad-based management and financial experience with federal housing and multifamily lending programs
- Outstanding supervision and training skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Master's degree in business, public administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
- Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and proof of insurance
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership excellence with ability to direct a complex division, guide high-performing teams, mentor staff, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Strategic judgment in evaluating program effectiveness, identifying emerging needs, and shaping policies and initiatives that strengthen Rhode Island's housing and homelessness response
- Expert problem-solving capacity to resolve complex asset-management, compliance, and rental-assistance issues while minimizing organizational risk
- Deep knowledge of federal and state housing laws, HUD programs, rental-assistance regulations, and multifamily asset-management practices
- Strong presence in community and industry settings with ability to represent RIHousing's mission and strengthen partnerships across Rhode Island
- Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and operational guidelines that ensure compliance and support organizational goals
- Ability to oversee large-scale program budgets, manage financial exposure, and support responsible investment decisions in multifamily rental housing
- Skilled in briefing senior leadership, preparing board-level materials, and communicating major developments clearly and proactively
Compensation
$127,929–$191,894 annually. This pay range represents the base annual full-time salary for all positions within this job grade. The actual salary offered will depend on factors such as experience and other job-related qualifications.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off; retirement options; flexible work hours; parking stipend; education reimbursement; onsite fitness classes; and volunteer days.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application through the job board.
Additional Information
If you do not meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. Future hybrid work may be available if the position is eligible.
