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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
LEGAL RESIDENCE WITHIN THE CITY OF MADISON
IS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THIS POSITION
.
SALARY RANGE: $82,152 to $110,904 annually. The Community Development Authority Executive Director is
appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation of the Common Council. The terms of employment are
established through a negotiated employment contract with a term of five (5) years, subject to renewal at the
option of the Mayor. The initial five year term includes a two (2) year probationary period, during which the
Director serves at the pleasure of the Mayor.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This is responsible managerial and administrative work in directing the diverse
programs, activities, and staff of the Community Development Authority (CDA) within the Department of Planning
& Community & Economic Development (DPCED). The incumbent will be expected to prepare and implement
redevelopment plans; acquire, hold, or dispose of properties necessary to implement a redevelopment project;
redevelop, rehabilitate, and construct affordable housing projects; issue tax exempt revenue bonds to support
housing and revitalization projects; administer loan grant programs; create and implement special initiatives
that serve the interests of the City and supervise the Housing Operations Division, including managing CDA-
owned conventional public housing and operating the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. This work
is characterized by considerable judgment and discretion in planning, coordinating and implementing diverse
programs. Work is performed under the general direction of the Mayor; the Director of Planning & Community &
Economic Development, who reviews work performance for conformance with established goals and
objectives; and the CDA, within public policy parameters.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of community
development. Thorough knowledge of public and private financing, to include TIF, NMTC, and revenue bonds.
Thorough knowledge of housing operations management principles and practices applicable to multi-site
assisted housing programs. Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies and
practices related to the operations of housing programs (to include assisted housing management, and the
administration of rental assistance programs). Ability to develop and administer operating and capital budgets.
Ability to provide specialized advice, counsel, and staff services to public policy makers. Ability to work
effectively with diverse agencies, committees and departments. Ability to develop and implement complex
planning programs including real estate development. Ability to provide consultation to property owners,
developers, businesses, builders and architectural and engineering consultants regarding City plans,
programs and regulations (on development proposals and/or business development or redevelopment
decisions). Ability to manage and lead a diverse staff of supervisory, professional, maintenance,
administrative and clerical employees either directly or through subordinate supervisors/managers. Ability to
direct, integrate and coordinate multi-site housing operations. Ability to oversee, delegate, and/or perform
related housing operations functions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working and public
relationships. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain adequate
attendance.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Five years of responsible varied experience in community and neighborhood
development, supplemented by experience with new market tax credits, redevelopment bond issues, land use
planning, financial analysis, and development experience in all phases of real estate development. Low
Income Housing Tax Credit experience is preferred, but not required. Such experience would normally be
gained after graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in public
administration, planning, business, urban development, or a related field. Other combinations of training and/or
experience which can be demonstrated to result in the possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities
necessary to perform the duties of these positions will also be considered.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid driver’s license or the ability to otherwise meet
the transportation requirements of the position.
APPLICATIONS: Are available at the City Human Resources Department, 210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.,
Room 501, Madison, WI 53703; (608) 266-6500; FAX (608) 267-1115; TTY/Textnet (866) 704-2340; www.
cityofmadison.com/employment/employmentListings.cfm. Resumés received without formal application will not
be considered. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on May 28, 2010.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance
with State and Federal law. Persons needing assistance with examinations should contact the City of Madison
Occupational Accommodations Specialist at (608) 267-1156.
THE CITY OF MADISON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER FUNCTIONING UNDER AN AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION PLAN. WE ENCOURAGE MINORITIES, WOMEN AND INDIVIDUALS WITH A DISABILITY TO APPLY.
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
LEGAL RESIDENCE WITHIN THE CITY OF MADISON
IS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THIS POSITION
.
SALARY RANGE: $82,152 to $110,904 annually. The Community Development Authority Executive Director is
appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation of the Common Council. The terms of employment are
established through a negotiated employment contract with a term of five (5) years, subject to renewal at the
option of the Mayor. The initial five year term includes a two (2) year probationary period, during which the
Director serves at the pleasure of the Mayor.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This is responsible managerial and administrative work in directing the diverse
programs, activities, and staff of the Community Development Authority (CDA) within the Department of Planning
& Community & Economic Development (DPCED). The incumbent will be expected to prepare and implement
redevelopment plans; acquire, hold, or dispose of properties necessary to implement a redevelopment project;
redevelop, rehabilitate, and construct affordable housing projects; issue tax exempt revenue bonds to support
housing and revitalization projects; administer loan grant programs; create and implement special initiatives
that serve the interests of the City and supervise the Housing Operations Division, including managing CDA-
owned conventional public housing and operating the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. This work
is characterized by considerable judgment and discretion in planning, coordinating and implementing diverse
programs. Work is performed under the general direction of the Mayor; the Director of Planning & Community &
Economic Development, who reviews work performance for conformance with established goals and
objectives; and the CDA, within public policy parameters.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of community
development. Thorough knowledge of public and private financing, to include TIF, NMTC, and revenue bonds.
Thorough knowledge of housing operations management principles and practices applicable to multi-site
assisted housing programs. Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies and
practices related to the operations of housing programs (to include assisted housing management, and the
administration of rental assistance programs). Ability to develop and administer operating and capital budgets.
Ability to provide specialized advice, counsel, and staff services to public policy makers. Ability to work
effectively with diverse agencies, committees and departments. Ability to develop and implement complex
planning programs including real estate development. Ability to provide consultation to property owners,
developers, businesses, builders and architectural and engineering consultants regarding City plans,
programs and regulations (on development proposals and/or business development or redevelopment
decisions). Ability to manage and lead a diverse staff of supervisory, professional, maintenance,
administrative and clerical employees either directly or through subordinate supervisors/managers. Ability to
direct, integrate and coordinate multi-site housing operations. Ability to oversee, delegate, and/or perform
related housing operations functions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working and public
relationships. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain adequate
attendance.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Five years of responsible varied experience in community and neighborhood
development, supplemented by experience with new market tax credits, redevelopment bond issues, land use
planning, financial analysis, and development experience in all phases of real estate development. Low
Income Housing Tax Credit experience is preferred, but not required. Such experience would normally be
gained after graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in public
administration, planning, business, urban development, or a related field. Other combinations of training and/or
experience which can be demonstrated to result in the possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities
necessary to perform the duties of these positions will also be considered.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid driver’s license or the ability to otherwise meet
the transportation requirements of the position.
APPLICATIONS: Are available at the City Human Resources Department, 210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.,
Room 501, Madison, WI 53703; (608) 266-6500; FAX (608) 267-1115; TTY/Textnet (866) 704-2340; www.
cityofmadison.com/employment/employmentListings.cfm. Resumés received without formal application will not
be considered. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on May 28, 2010.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance
with State and Federal law. Persons needing assistance with examinations should contact the City of Madison
Occupational Accommodations Specialist at (608) 267-1156.
THE CITY OF MADISON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER FUNCTIONING UNDER AN AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION PLAN. WE ENCOURAGE MINORITIES, WOMEN AND INDIVIDUALS WITH A DISABILITY TO APPLY.
