Executive Director - Fayetteville Housing Authority

The Fayetteville Housing Authority (FHA) is seeking an Executive Director who will be responsible for overall management and coordination of the agency’s programs and activities including 276 Conventional Public Housing Units, 132 Private Housing Units and a staff 8 employees with a current annual operating budget of 2.3 million. The selected individual will also be responsible for the development and implementation of a strategic planning effort aimed at the re-development of existing public housing sites and the development of new affordable housing opportunities in the City of Fayetteville, Tennessee. The Director is responsible to a five-member Board of Commissioners. Candidates must have progressively responsible leadership experience and a proven record of success in public housing management. Candidates with experience in public housing redevelopment projects, including a working knowledge of financial mechanisms used to fund these projects are preferred. Qualified candidates must demonstrate strategic leadership and relationship-building skills. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with vision and integrity who can work with outside entities to develop consensus goals and direct resources and implement programs to achieve the goals. The candidate must have a positive management style, excellent communications skills, ability to develop positive relationships with public officials, Board of Commissioners, staff, residents, and the public. Must possess strong administrative, management, organizational, and leadership skills. Job duties include: preparing budgets, reports and grant applications, public relations, personnel management, and planning. Must be bondable. Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, urban planning, or closely related field; Master’s degree preferred. The starting salary is in the range of $75K to $120K depending on qualifications and experience. Please submit your cover letter and resume via email to: fayhous@fpunet.com This position is open until filled; the first review deadline is September 1, 2025. Following this date, applications will be screened against criteria outlined in this advertisement. Interviews in person in Fayetteville or via video teleconference will be offered to those candidates named as finalists, with reference checks, background checks and academic verifications conducted after receiving candidates’ permission. No phone calls regarding this opportunity will be taken at this stage of the search process. FHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position: Operations Director

Job Description:

Tennessee Valley Housing Services (TVHS) is seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Director to oversee the Capital Fund, Maintenance, Modernization, Redevelopment and Procurement programs for the Authority. This leadership position is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, managing major capital improvement projects, and maintaining high operational standards across maintenance and modernization functions.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with strong technical and supervisory skills, capable of managing multiple projects while driving efficiency and safety across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct and supervise departmental staff, including planning, assigning, and evaluating work performance.
Oversee all Capital Fund projects, redevelopment and modernization efforts to ensure compliance with HUD regulations and local building codes.
Assist with preparation and updates of the Five-Year Plan and Capital Fund budget.
Coordinate contractor and vendor activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
Review and approve construction plans, bid specifications, and change orders.
Develop and maintain purchasing and maintenance policies consistent with federal and state regulations.
Conduct inspections of housing units, facilities, and grounds.
Collaborate with housing management and maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations and excellent customer service.
Participate in audits, site visits, and inspections conducted by HUD, REAC, and other agencies.
Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and reports for all capital and maintenance projects.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, construction management, or related field or experience in the minimum of ten (10) years
Minimum of five (5) years of related experience, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management role.
Strong working knowledge of HUD regulations, capital fund programs, and public housing modernization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Valid driver’s license and insurability under the Authority’s plan.

Behavioral Competencies:

Leadership: Provides clear direction and motivates teams toward achieving organizational goals.
Job Knowledge: Demonstrates expertise in housing operations, project management, and compliance.
Initiative: Anticipates challenges and acts proactively to resolve them.
Safety Awareness: Promotes a safe and compliant work environment.
Customer Service: Ensures responsiveness and professionalism with residents, partners, and stakeholders.
Teamwork: Collaborates effectively across departments.
Reliability and Accountability: Delivers consistent results and upholds organizational standards.

Physical Demands:

This position requires regular office work with occasional inspections of housing developments and capital projects. The employee must be able to transport up to 25 pounds and communicate effectively in person, via email, and by phone.

If you meet the qualifications and are looking to make a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume and formal letter of interest by email to sgulley@tvhstn.org or by mail, P.O. Box 497, Morristown, TN 37815, Attention: HR.

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In accordance with federal law and United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or familial status. To file a complaint of discrimination, write HUD Director, Office of Civil Rights, 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20410, or call (202) 708-1112 (voice) or (202) 708-1455 (TDD).