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Career Corner CEDAM posts job descriptions and announcements weekly. Below you will find a listing of available jobs in the Community Development and Affordable Housing arena. If you have a job opening that you would like to post here, please contact CEDAM staff by clicking here or by contacting us at the information below. Media Relations Manager The Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA) is seeking a Media Relations Manager. MNA's Public Affairs team works to empower Michigan nonprofits by educating policymakers, media and the general public on issues impacting Michigan nonprofits; advocating for the nonprofit community; engaging nonprofits in advocacy and lobbying; and promoting research on the sector. The full job description is available. To apply, please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to Lisa Keefer, Director of Finance and Human Resources, Michigan Nonprofit Association, 1048 Pierpont, Suite 3, Lansing MI 48911 or via email at lkeefer@mnaonline.org. (posted 7/2/08) Program Planning and Evaluation Coordinator The Washtenaw Housing Alliance is seeing a Program Planning and Evaluation Coordinator. This position is responsible for overseeing program planning, development, and evaluation activities for the Washtenaw Blueprint to End Homelessness. This role will help coordinate efforts pertinent to a dynamic and evolving community strategic planning process, and will have responsibility for monitoring, evaluating, and integrating the outcomes for each of the community’s ongoing planning and work groups and initiatives. Work is performed under the general direction of the Executive Director. For further details, please see the complete job posting. Resumes, job applications and inquiries should be directed to: Washtenaw Housing Alliance Email inquiries to: mooberryh@ewashtenaw.org. (posted 6/24/08) Communications and Marketing Manager The Ferndale Downtown Development Authority is seeking a Communications and Marketing Manager. The position is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of the DDA’s marketing, advertising, communications, and public relations activities as directed by the Executive Director, both external and internal. The position develops and implements all support materials and services relative to the DDA organization, promotions, public relations, special events and communication vehicles. The position coordinates with the DDA staff, Executive Director, Board of Directors and volunteers on the other functions of the DDA. The position is responsible for directly working with the DDA businesses to recruit their participation in programs and events, as well as communicating to them the activities of the DDA or other critical information necessary for them to run their business effectively. The position is responsible for fund raising for special events and programs, as directed by the DDA Board of Directors’ fiscal budget and Executive Director. Interested applicants should submit your resume or business qualifications, portfolio samples, writing samples no longer than two-three pages, and three references in electronic format only upon submittal. Please name your file with your last name first and your first name last. (ie: John Smith would c:/Smith, John.pdf) Submit this no later than July 31, 2008 to: Ferndale DDA Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Specialist Washtenaw County is seeking a Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Specialist. This position will help homeowners avoid mortgage foreclosure with direct customer counseling and intervention. Advocate for workout arrangements with lenders. Provide education and outreach. Must be skilled in counseling, household budgeting, and social service and community resource referrals. Requires BA in social work, social services, business, education, or related discipline. Previous banking or mortgage experience helpful, but current employment must not represent conflict of interest. Criminal background check required. A detailed job description is available. Applications accepted on-line at www.ewashtenaw.org. (posted 6/13/08) Housing Coordinator The Berrien Mental Health Authority/Riverwood Center is seeking a Housing Coordinator. This position requires the individual to be a Licensed Bachelor Social Worker, Limited Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Master Social Worker. Applicants should be trained or have the ability to be trained in SOAR, and be certified as or have the ability to become HQS certified. Applicants should have experience and understanding of the issues involved in providing mental health services and treating individuals with diverse issues and disabilities including mental illness, developmental disability, and substance abuse. Applicant should have knowledge of the causes, characteristics and social aspects of the above disabilities. Applicant should be able to conduct meetings with consumers, guardians and other professionals and work effectively with individuals from other agencies and the community. Applicant should have knowledge of DCH, Medicaid, and CARF standards, housing standards, clinical interview techniques, behavior modification techniques, and agency and community resources. Duties: The Housing Coordinator is responsible for assisting homeless individuals in the community that are mentally ill and/or dually diagnosed with mental illness and developmental disabilities; and individuals with co-occurring disorders of mental illness and substance abuse. Empower individuals to obtain and maintain independent living using a recovery model in approach and practice and reaching out to individuals not currently served by the CMH system, as well as assisting those already involved in CMH services. Collaborate with and utilize internal resources and external agencies. Provide supports and links to resources to assist in achieving the goal of the most stable, independent living possible for each individual served. Coordinate efforts of peer support specialists in prioritizing and scheduling work load. Work with supervisor towards becoming the housing expert and resource for CMH staff and consumers. Serve as interim supervisor in supervisor’s absence. For more information, contact Carrie Kray, Crossroads Program Supervisor, Berrien Mental Health Authority/Riverwood Center, 269.926.5260. (posted 6/13/08) Senior Loan Officer The Housing Assistance Council (HAC) of Washington, DC, has been helping local organizations build affordable homes in rural America since 1971. HAC is seeking applicants to fill two position: a Senior Loan Officer and Loan Associate. To apply, send a cover letter along with salary requirements and resume to: Karin M. Klusmann Executive Director Woodbridge Neighborhood Development Corporation (WNDC) of Detroit is seeking an Executive Director. WNDC is a non profit group getting ready for its first housing development project. WNDC has been awarded 600K in HOME funds to get its first 10 houses going. WNDC is very focused on arts and green building (including urban tree farms). WNDC hopes to have a pool of Executive Director applicants together by July. Pay and time requirements have not yet been determined but estimates are: $40,000 for full time or $15,000 for part time, depending on relevant experience. Ideally, WNDC is looking for someone who has housing, networking, and fund raising ability. If you are interested, please contact Ed Potas. (posted 6/12/08) Housing Assistant The Inner City Christian Federation (ICCF) of Grand Rapids is accepting applications until 6/20/08 for a support position in its Housing and Family Services division. The qualified candidate will process applications for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program. Experience working with Section 8/HCV programs helpful and strong organizational skills a must in this high pressure position. Send resume and letter of introduction to: Program Manager Assistant Program Officer The Detroit office of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Program Officer. This person will provide support to the Detroit field office with research/writing, donor relations, communications & special events, fundraising, public policy, and committee support. For further details, please see the complete job description. Send resume, cover letter, and a 2-3 page writing sample by Friday, June 20, 2008 to: Karen Tyler-Ruiz Electronic submissions preferred with “Assistant Program Officer” in the subject line. No faxes or phone calls, please. (posted 6/12/08) Program Officer The Detroit office of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Program Officer – Finance & Operations. This person will provide day-to-day management of operations including program implementation and real estate development lending. Provide strategic planning, direction and support to high-level professional staff. Work closely with all staff and key clients to realize real estate development goals. Manage multiple client relationships and projects in Detroit. Achieve programmatic and development goals mutually developed with Executive Director. For further details, please see the complete job description. Send resume, cover letter, and a 2-3 page writing sample by Friday, June 20, 2008 to: Karen Tyler-Ruiz Electronic submissions preferred with “Program Officer – Finance & Operations” in the subject line. No faxes or phone calls, please. (posted 6/12/08) Home Based Family Support Worker The Interfaith Hospitality Network of Washtenaw County is seeking a Home Based Family Support Worker. This person supports families who have been through the shelter program and are now in, or about to transition into, their own housing. The primary responsibility of this position is to assist the families in successfully achieving housing permanency and satisfaction in their personal lives with the least amount of timely, on-going and proactive professional and peer support. For further details, please see the complete job description. Contact: IHN Search Director The Clare County Housing Commission is accepting applications for Director. This position will combine responsibilities for housing programs administered by MSHDA and HUD/Rural Development as well as county building inspections. Successful applicants must have Michigan building inspector licensure. Community building and resolution of shelter problems at all levels is an objective of the Clare County Housing Commission. Experience in programs such as Heartland Center for Leadership Development and grant writing a plus. Please submit current resume including minimum salary requirements. Successful candidate will be given an annual contract. Benefits for this contract position will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Begin work immediately! This position is currently vacant. Contact: Clare County Housing Commission at (989) 539-2761 Professional Resource Developer Muskegon County Habitat for Humanity seeks a full-time professional resource developer to lead our fund development program. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years’ experience in fund development including grant writing. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to teamwork are required. Responsibilities include creation and implementation of a development plan including grants, major gifts, and planned giving. Please send a resume and cover letter to: Richard Butler Community Foreclosure Coordinator The Fair Housing Center (Grand Rapids) is seeking a Community Foreclosure Coordinator. The Coordinator will coordinate community response, encourage and support continued collaboration, and assist in the development of strategic efforts to prevent and mitigate loss associated with residential mortgage foreclosure. The Coordinator is a two-year position and is designed to work closely with and report to an oversight committee at regular intervals. For further details, please see the full job posting. To Apply, email resume with cover letter and references to: appsubmit.mf@gmail.com. Accepting resumes through 6/18/08. (posted 5/27/08) Director of Safety Dwelling Place (Grand Rapids) is now recruiting to fill the Director of Safety position. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for excellence and a commitment to ensuring the safety and well being of all residents and commercial tenants in Dwelling Place properties. The Safety Director will plan, organize and coordinate all safety functions and operations, direct long-range planning, resource allocation, and operational coordination of all emergency response and safety functions. For more details, please see the complete job posting. Application Deadline is May 23, 2008. Send resume and salary requirement to: Director of Safety, c/o Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids, Inc., 101 Sheldon Blvd., Suite 2, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503,OR email: krhcross@dwellingplacegr.org EOE. (posted 5/22/08) Housing Assistant Eaton County is seeking a part-time Housing Assistant. Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent, with advanced coursework in Microsoft Office programs. Basic math skills required. An ideal candidate would possess capable secretarial/clerical skills along with being an accurate typist. Previous loan and/or construction work experience preferred. Position includes: working with applicants to verify eligibility to participate in County Housing Rehabilitation and Purchase programs, performing housing inspections and writing work specifications, preparing loan closing documents and conducting closings. Also maintains department files, both paper and electronic, and provide general departmental administrative support. Must have a valid Michigan Drivers License and a good driving record. Pay scale is from $13.14/hr - $15.65/hr. Apply with the Eaton County Personnel Office, 1045 Independent Blvd., Charlotte, MI 48813 by 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 30, 2008. E.O.E. http://www.eatoncounty.org (posted 5/22/08) Commercial Lender Northern Initiatives (NI) is a premier non profit Community Development Financial Institution headquartered in Marquette and serving rural Michigan. We provide access to capital, information and markets to advance and connect rural small businesses and their communities. NI is currently seeking energetic qualified candidates for a Commercial Loan Officer for our Northern Lower Michigan Region. The successful candidate must have business lending experience, a commitment to entrepreneurism, a willingness to find creative partnerships with community banks and local economic development organizations. This position is expected to: Make new business development calls within the service area Develop referral networks, follow-up on prospect referrals Guide loan applicants through the application process Underwrite and prepare loan recommendations Manage portfolio to protect against delinquencies and loan losses Identify opportunities to provide technical assistance to borrowers Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree with 3 years relevant experience; a proven ability to analyze financial data, proficient in varied software packages, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and productively from a satellite office. NI offers a competitive salary and benefits. Reply in confidence with a resume and salary requirements to: Commercial Lender Search Submission deadline is June 15, 2008. (posted 5/19/08) Administrative Coordinator Metro Housing Partnership (Flint) is seeking an Administrative Coordinator. This is a part-time hourly position. The Administrative Coordinator serves as the intake worker for the Housing Department and provides administrative support to the Partnership Department. The job description is available. Please send resume and/or application to: Metro Housing Partnership Program Manager The Corporation for Supportive Housing (Brighton) is seeking a Program Manager, who will be responsible for independently implementing program activities and projects as determined by the Director for Michigan. The job will focus on delivery of technical assistance, training, preparation and monitoring of funding actions, research, program development, fundraising, external communications and program support as necessary. A job description is available. Resumes must be received by the close of business May 16th, 2008. Candidates should submit a resume, cover letter describing their interest in this position and salary requirements to: Lisa Chapman Loss Mitigation/Financial Counselor Michigan Neighborhood Partnership (Detroit) is seeking two loss mitigation/financial counselors. A job description is available. To apply, please submit resume and cover letter by email to: or fax (313) 361-4540 to: Michigan Neighborhood Partnership Submission Deadline: June 27, 2008 (posted 5/14/08) Executive Director The Women’s Center in Marquette is seeking an outstanding, experienced executive with a proven track record of social change nonprofit management experience. The successful candidate will have a strong desire to provide leadership in the field of domestic and sexual violence. Candidates considered must have had experience in writing and securing grants with additional experience in fiscal, human resources, and facilities management. The position requires strong oral and written communication skills and an ability to maintain positive relationships with organizational stakeholders, clients and staff. Director will be responsible for the administration and oversight of a $1.1 million budget with 23+ staff as well as volunteers. The ideal candidate must have experience with successful fundraising as well as managing a capital campaign. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree and six years of management experience or Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of ten years of management experience. Candidate must possess the ability to lead the organization while modeling the philosophy of the organization. Salary, including benefits, is commensurate with experience. The current director is retiring in the fall, so position will begin in mid-September. Send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements no later than June 9, 2008 to: Women’s Center Project Director Community Legal Resources (CLR), a nonprofit legal services provider in downtown Detroit, seeks a full-time Project Director to fill an immediate vacancy. CLR is serving as the lead organization on a collaborative project called the Detroit Vacant Property Campaign. This multi-year campaign focuses on Detroit, is modeled after the National Vacant Properties Campaign (www.vacantproperties.org), and involves Detroit LISC, the University of Michigan, and the Community Development Advocates of Detroit. The purpose of the campaign is to work with communities throughout Detroit to develop an array of tools and strategies for preventing, managing, and productively re-using vacant properties. The job posting is attached, and additional information is available at www.clronline.org. Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume and technical writing sample to: Heidi Mucherie, Community Legal Resources Neighborhood Program Director Court Street Village Non Profit Housing Corporation is a small non-profit working to improve the residential areas that surround the downtown Flint business district. Its primary mission is the ownership and operation of 312 units of Senior and Family affordable apartments funded through the MSHDA Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program. Court Street Village seeks a new Neighborhood Program Director. The key responsibilities and requirements of the job are: Administering a Purchase, Rehab, Resale program using HOME grants funds in a downtown Flint residential neighborhood currently including 3 homes. Interested applicants should reply to: Jerry Vogler, Executive Director Director of Planning & Community Development The City of Mt. Pleasant is seeking resumes from knowledgeable, service oriented and self-directed individuals to fill the position of Director of Planning and Community Development. The successful candidate will enjoy working in an environment which values and appreciates the contributions of innovative approaches and continuous process improvement to provide quality service to the Mt. Pleasant community. A complete job description is available. To apply for the position, follow the process outlined at www.mt-pleasant.org/depts/hr/ftjobs.htm. To be considered for the position, all requested information must be submitted to the City of Mt. Pleasant Human Resources Department, 401 N. Main Street, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 by May 23, 2008. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for June 11 and 12. The position will be open until filled. An Equal Opportunity Employer. (posted 5/8/08) Volunteer Recruitment Specialist SOS Community Services (Ypsilanti) is seeking a Volunteer Recruitment Specialist (20 hrs. per week). This person will mobilize volunteers to help SOS Community Services prevent and end family homelessness in Washtenaw County! This position is responsible for the recruitment, placement and support of SOS volunteers. The Volunteer Recruitment Specialist will recruit diverse volunteers, design new volunteer opportunities, develop relationships with volunteer organizations, and manage volunteer database and record-keeping. Required qualifications include B.A./B.S. in Social Work, Education, Business, or relevant field, two years experience staffing volunteer programs, experience working with diverse populations, excellent oral and written communication skills, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, databases, and data management. Applicants must have a flexible schedule and be able to work on volunteer projects and events during sporadic evenings and weekends. Applicants also must possess their own transportation and driver’s license to do volunteer outreach. Send Resumes and Cover Letters to: Grants Manager CEDAM © 2008 CEDAM. All Rights Reserved |