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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. 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 Program Manager The Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) is a national, nonprofit organization that helps communities create permanent housing with services to prevent and end homelessness. CSH advances its mission by providing high-quality advice and development expertise, by making loans and grants to supportive housing sponsors, by strengthening the supportive housing industry, and by reforming public policy to make it easier to create and operate supportive housing. The Michigan program currently operates from two offices: Brighton and Grand Rapids, and is establishing a Detroit office. CSH Michigan provides targeted program activities throughout the State, engages in advocacy and resource development on a statewide level, and provides support as needed to CSH activities throughout the Central Region. The Corporation for Supportive Housing seeks a Program Manager working out of the Brighton office, 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. The responsibilities of the Program Manager position require travel within the state. Occasional travel, to other states, will be required. A full job description is available. For more information on the position, please contact Lisa Chapman. (posted 4/25/08) Compliance Specialist Avalon Housing, a supportive housing provider in Ann Arbor, is currently accepting applications for the position of Compliance Specialist. This position is responsible for managing and maintaining data, and reporting to funders and regulatory agencies on compliance issues related to tenant income certification, rent collection, billing, rent subsidies and more. We are looking for someone with excellent computer skills, extreme attention to detail, and love of data, as well as experience and knowledge of HUD and MSHDA regulations. Competitive salary and benefits. Please send resumes to: Carole McCabe, Avalon Housing, 603 W. Huron, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Equal Opportunity Employer. (posted 4/21/08) Housing Specialist Community Rebuilders of Grand Rapids is seeking a Housing Specialist, specifically an experienced homeless service provider to lead its Michigan Prisoner-Reentry Housing Program. Community Rebuilders has been working diligently to place homeless families and individuals in housing for over a decade. Community Rebuilders mission is to “Rebuild hope through housing opportunities for families and individuals with support services during transitions.” Community Rebuilders history and success is built upon the belief that all persons deserve and have a right to safe, affordable housing. As such, Community Rebuilders has a history of serving all homeless populations and has a solid reputation in the Grand Rapids Community for providing services to the most vulnerable homeless populations. Interested applicants should submit resume to Community Rebuilders 1019 Wealthy SE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49506 by April 25, 2008. (posted 4/21/08) Executive Director Executive Director wanted for the National Housing Institute, a 33-year-old progressive national non-profit dedicated to providing resources and information to those advocating and organizing for, and/or creating and preserving affordable housing and thriving communities. Qualifications include at least 5 years of significant leadership, management, supervision, and team-building experience. Graduate degree in policy, planning, public administration, political science, or journalism preferred but not required. Competitive salary. Women and people of color encouraged to apply. Forward cover letter, resume, brief writing sample, and three references to edsearch@nhisearch.org by April 30. (posted 4/21/08) Property Manager Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids is seeking a Property Manager. This is a full-time multi-property position for self-motivated, detail oriented person with strong computer, budgeting, customer service, communication and organization skills. Bachelor's Degree in related field, subsidized housing and/or tax credit experience preferred. $38,000 starting salary plus attractive benefit package. Detroit Community Liaison The National Community Development Institute has an immediate opening for a Detroit Community Liaison to work in the Brightmoor community in support of the Skillman Foundation's Good Neighborhoods Program. Executive Director The Baldwin Center (Pontiac) is seeking an Executive Director. This position carries out agency mission by effectively and efficiently administering agency operations including all funded programs, grants and contracts ensuring compliance and accountability under the powers delegated by the Board of Directors. The ideal candidate for this position would possess a vision for the economic and social reform for the impoverished and homeless in the community of Southeastern MI, specifically the city of Pontiac. Someone with the skills to guide Baldwin to a new level of service in the community, at the same time not forgetting the mission to feed, clothe, educate, and empower the disadvantaged men, women, and children in the community of Pontiac. Someone who will be able to form and guide partnerships with like minded area organizations, corporations, and individual and nurture those relationships. This person also needs to possess the business and organizational skills to oversee staff, financial, and administrative matters. President/CEO Neighborhoods Inc. Of Battle Creek is seeking a President & Chief Executive Officer. Neighborhoods Inc. of Battle Creek (NIBC) is a Michigan nonprofit corporation with an operating budget of 1 million and a staff of up to 10 full-time equivalents. The organization was established in 1981 and is seeking a multi-talented, dynamic individual to lead this organization in addressing neighborhood revitalization and housing issues. The City of Battle Creek has a population of 53,000. NIBC continues to serve diverse constituencies while expanding its service area and develops new products, services and partnerships. This position offers a challenging, hands-on role requiring business management, financial and programmatic skills. Education: The successful candidate will have a minimum of a BA in a related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience, in addition to a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in management and supervision (preferably in a nonprofit or community development setting), including management of budgets, projects, and/or staff. Program Supervisor The Ottawa County Community Action Agency seeks a Program Supervisor. Under the supervision of the Michigan Works/CAA Director, plans, coordinates, and supervises the planning, development, and implementation of county-wide programs to assist persons with barriers to becoming self-sufficient and economically independent. Administers grants, directs staff activities, ensures compliance with grant funding requirements, and prepares narrative and fiscal reports required by grant funding agencies. The CAA Program Supervisor provides supervision to CAA staff and acts as a liaison to selected partner agencies and organizations throughout the county. Some coordination with state agencies and the Michigan Community Action Agency Association is also required. The CAA Program Supervisor also assists the Executive Director in providing staffing to the Ottawa County Community Action Agency Advisory Board and the Ottawa County Public Housing Commission. Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, or other Social Science field. Master’s Degree preferred. Two years of experience in grant and contract writing, preferably in a public, governmental, or non-profit social service program dealing with housing programs, community development or related fields. One year of supervisory experience preferred. Resume, with cover letter, accepted until April 18, 2008 at: Ottawa County Human Resources Department Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/H) and provides a smoke free environment. For additional information: Contact Bill Raymond, Executive Director, Ottawa County Community Action Agency/Michigan Works at braymond@co.ottawa.mi.us or 616.393.5601. (posted 4/10/08) AmeriCorps VISTA Worker Allen Neighborhood Center (ANC) on Lansing's Eastside has an opening for an AmeriCorps VISTA worker (Volunteers in Service to America) to join our staff. AmeriCorps VISTA is the domestic equivalent of the Peace Corps. The position will begin on June 16, but applications are due April 20. The VISTA worker will enjoy a rich set of experiences working in this lively and diverse community, while learning the fundamentals of community organizing and neighborhood revitalization. The position is full-time, and pays approximately $750.00/month, plus benefits, including a cash award of $1200 at the end of the year of service, or $4700 to pay for student loans or education expenses. ANC's VISTA will serve as a member of our Outreach, Engagement and Communications Team, working with Eastside stakeholders around a wide range of issues (e.g., food security, health, housing, youth development, etc.). S/he will also be involved in the production of the Eastside Neighbor and maintenance of the ANC website. Candidates must have excellent writing skills, the ability to work under a deadline, and be ready to learn all about the micro-publishing process. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office 2003 suite of programs, as well as Microsoft Publisher, is helpful. A one-year commitment is requested. Call Sarah Steele at (517) 999-3917 for further information; or email her at sarahs@-allenneighborhoodcenter.org. To be considered for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48912 no later than April 20th, 2008. (posted 4/10/08) Director of Employment Programs Advent House Ministries (Lansing) is looking for an organized, creative, self-motivated team player to join our Good Work! Program as the Director of Employment Programs. Essential Job Functions: · oversee and direct all program management, including partnerships with other area agencies and area employers, as well as compliance with funding requirements; Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years experience in program and people management, ability to work well with local business and human service community, and excellent communication and organizational skills required. Salary and Hours: This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary Range: $35,000-$40,000 per year. Please e-mail or fax resume and cover letter (no calls, please) by Wednesday, April 9, 2008 to: Executive Director Job Developer The Coalition on Temporary Shelter (Detroit) is seeking a Job Developer. The Job Developer is primarily responsible for networking and cultivating relationships with outside employers that promotes COTS employment services. In addition, this position will work with individual program participants on resume development, interviewing skills and general skills that will enhance marketability in today’s workforce. The Job Developer will also work in tandem with the Employment/Education Specialist in identifying education resources and developing relationship with educational sources/institutions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Identify and network with outside corporations to promote COTS employment services. Submit resumes to: Joyce Johnson-Maples, Human Resources Director Executive Director The HOPE Hospitality and Warming Center in Pontiac, MI is seeking a part time Executive Director. This position has the potential to become full time as funding permits. HOPE is a seasonal warming center housed at the Baldwin Center. It is an independent 501 (c ) (3) governed by a Board of Directors. Currently HOPE operates about 4 months of the year, during the winter. The Executive Director would work 4-6 hours daily during the operating season and 4-6 days a month the rest of the year. Submit resume and contact information to Elizabeth Kelly, Board Chair. (posted 4/7/08) Program Planning and Evaluation Coordinator The Washtenaw Housing Alliance is seeking a Program Planning and Evaluation Coordinator. This position is responsible for overseeing program planning, development, and evaluation activities associated with 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 outcomes for the community's ongoing planning work groups and initiatives. Work is performed under the general direction of the Executive Director of the Washtenaw Housing Alliance. Community Relations Coordinator SOS Community Services is seeking a Community Relations Coordinator. The successful candidate will spend a considerable amount of time increasing public awareness on family homelessness, promoting the SOS story to the public, and attracting others to become involved and to volunteer for SOS. Direct Mail Specialist The Coalition on Temporary Shelter (COTS) is seeking a Direct Mail Specialist. This position is responsible for printing and mailing of COTS direct mail appeals, processes and records all cash donations, responds to donor requests, inquiries and concerns, and assists with database gift entry as needed. The Direct Mail Specialist is also responsible for the packaging of grants and foundations. A complete job posting is available. Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Compliance Specialist Southwest Counseling Solutions of Detroit is presently accepting applications/resumes for a Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Compliance Specialist. This position, as part of the Supportive Housing Services Team and in collaboration with the person served, is responsible for managing and maintaining compliance of the various components of the TBRA program. In addition, this position further involves the review and certification of Housing Assistance and Recovery Program (HARP) applicants as well as coordinating with Housing Agents as TBRA participants are converted to HARP. This position is a community based position which involves extensive coordination with landlords/property managers as well as service providers throughout the Detroit area. Applications/resumes should be sent to: Pauline Retty, Housing Program Specialist The Northwest Michigan Human Services Agency, located in Traverse City, Michigan, is seeking a Housing Program Specialist. The position will be providing customer service, marketing and administrative support for multiple housing programs. Excellent interpersonal and computer skills are required, incl. MS Excel. Degree preferred. Housing program administration or construction experience is a plus. The salary is $11.22 per hour + benefits. Reply with resume by March 27, 2008 to: NW Michigan Human Services Agency, Job Developer/Case Manager Advent House of Lansing is seeking a Job Developer/Case Manager. The applicant should have experience with homeless services and/or employment programs, understanding of participant requirements of local human services agencies, and the referral process for each. The job posting is available. Please email or fax cover letter, resume and salary requirements no later than 5:00pm, Friday, March 21, 2008 to: Director of Employment Programs, Property Management Specialist Liberty Hill Housing Corporation (Wayne, Michigan) is seeking a Property Management Specialist. A complete job description is available. Interested applicants should send resume and request for an interview no later than March 31, 2008 to: Liberty Hill Housing Corporation Foreclosure Counselor Lighthouse Community Development (located in Pontiac) is seeking both a Foreclosure Counselor and a Senior Foreclosure Counselor. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements no later than March 26, 2008 to: Greg Sterns Loss Mitigation/Financial Literacy Counselors The Michigan Neighborhood Partnership (Detroit) Housing Department has openings for three Loss Mitigation/Financial Literacy Counselors. A complete job description is available. Interested applicants should submit resume and cover letter by email to jbryant@mnpartnership.org or fax (313) 361-4540 to: Michigan Neighborhood Partnership Director The Clare County Housing Commission (Harrison, Michigan) is accepting applications for Director. A full job description is available. Please submit resumes including minimum salary requirements (and a copy of a successful grant application) to Clare County Housing Commission Chairperson no later than April 25, 2008. Clare County Commission Chairperson CEDAM © 2008 CEDAM. All Rights Reserved |