Santa Clara County Housing Authority

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is to provide and inspire affordable housing solutions to enable low-income people and families in Santa Clara County to achieve financial stability and self-reliance.

 

SCCHA is among the original 39 agencies out of approximately 3,200 PHAs to be granted Moving to Work status, a special designation from HUD that allows our agency to make strategic program and policy changes to better address Silicon Valley’s critical shortage of affordable housing. We seek to expand beyond operational efficiency to assist as many families as possible and pioneer housing strategies that can be replicated at PHAs nationwide.

 

Our Culture

SCCHA is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity where individuals of diverse backgrounds, demographics, interpersonal styles, abilities, and motivations are and feel valued for their unique perspective and talent. Why is this important? Because the more perspectives we include, the better we respond to and serve our diverse community.

 

Employees at SCCHA work fulfilling, rewarding jobs that impact the lives of others. Together, we serve as a vital safety net that allows thousands of individuals and families to work toward self-sufficiency. SCCHA helps to build strong vibrant communities by innovating, increasing, and preserving affordable housing opportunities throughout the county.

 

We cannot achieve our mission without our staff’s care and professional contributions. And we are committed to caring for our staff, because we know that if we take care of our staff, they will take care of the people we serve.

 

We aspire for all employees to be treated respectfully and to be valued for their unique talents and contributions. We value people with varied perspectives and lived experiences. We value people period.

 

Join a workplace where you will be motivated and empowered to make a positive difference and bring opportunities to those in our community who need help the most. You won’t just do any administrative or professional role. You’ll be part of a solution that transforms people and communities throughout Santa Clara County.

 

Benefits SCCHA Employees Love

We want to keep you happy. We offer a rich benefit package that includes the following benefits and many more: 

  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • CalPers Retirement+
  • Life Insurance 
  • Downtown Parking, and more!

 

Addressing the Local Housing Crisis

Santa Clara County is in a striking housing crisis, experiencing some of the highest housing costs in the nation. As a part of the solution to this challenge, SCCHA builds communities by developing quality housing offered at affordable rents. These development activities include site acquisition, community outreach, site and building planning and design, and construction.

SCCHA is a Good Neighbor and Community Member

In addition to providing housing to those most in need in our community, SCCHA is an active part of our community and strives to be a good neighbor.  This begins when we first approach a new development site, seeking feedback from neighbors, community leaders and other stakeholders. Our commitment to healthy community relations continues with an open line of communication throughout construction and operations.

We’re in this for the long haul. SCCHA has been serving the Santa Clara County community for over half a century. We are dedicated to continuing this critical work of helping families and communities build stability.

Rooted in Local Partnerships

Like many endeavors this size, it takes a village to bring our affordable housing communities to fruition.  We partner with the County in addition to our local cities, including the City of San Jose.  Our real estate activities support several strategies and initiatives in the County’s Community Plan to End Homelessness, including prioritizing the development of housing for extremely low-income individuals and expanding permanent supportive housing.

In addition to public agencies, we partner with construction firms, architects and engineers, environmental engineers, appraisers, market analysts, and a variety of other partners to help develop our communities.

3 job(s) at Santa Clara County Housing Authority

Santa Clara County Housing Authority San Jose, CA, United States
May 09, 2024
An exciting opportunity is now open. Assistant Director of Innovation and Impact Opening Date: May 8, 2024 Closing Date : May 31, 2024 Salary: $165,382.92 - $221,628.93 DOQ* *Upon Board Approval. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. How You Will Make an Impact: The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking an experienced leader who will lead, manage, organize, plan and oversee the staff and activities of the Agency’s Innovation and Impact team including developing housing policy, program design, implementation and evaluation. Will work collaboratively with the leadership team and the community to bring meaningful opportunities and impact to the communities SCCHA serves. The Assistant Director of Innovation and Impact plays an important role in leading the policy work and resident community initiatives, from innovation through evaluation. This position will oversee and manage the Agency’s Moving to Work (MTW) Plan process in partnership with the leadership team and stakeholders, and requires knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to housing programs. As a member of our team, we are looking for a candidate that has a strong understanding and connection to SCCHA’s resident community needs and its supporting partners. Direct experience in community engagement, program and policy design and implementation, and evaluation of impact is highly desired. What Our Team Is Looking For: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social services, behavioral sciences, public or business administration or related field. Five (5) years of increasingly responsible management experience in government assistance program and resident services administration and evaluation with three (3) years in a supervisory capacity. A master’s degree is preferred. Our Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following skills: Leader & Strategic Capability - a mentor to inspire and motivate others, manages changes, adapts and influences others, has knowledge of the needs, functions, and goals of the organization. Exceptional Communicator - expresses ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Values the diversity and differences brought by others, build, and maintain interpersonal relationships. Judgement & Decision Making - a critical thinker and problem solver. Makes decisions in compliance with the law and Agency policies. For a detailed description of the position essential functions, please click on attachment below. APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses. A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required. Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.
Santa Clara County Housing Authority San Jose, CA, United States
May 03, 2024
An exciting opportunity is now open! Senior Project Manager $129,197 - $173,136 Annual DOQ Or Project Manager $114,191 - $153,027 Annual DOQ Opening Date: May 2, 2024 Closing Date : Open until filled. Priority screening date: May 17, 2024 (Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for consideration). The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. How You Will Make an Impact: The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county's largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. By embedding the innovative spirit of the Silicon Valley into our agency’s culture, we are elevating our efforts to address the affordable housing shortage in Santa Clara County. To ensure equity and justice, we prioritize housing developments for extremely low-income individuals and families that embrace residents’ lived experiences. Our resident-centered approach leverages our real estate capacity, talented staff, and community partnerships. SCCHA’s Real Estate Development Division is a mission oriented, dynamic, and collaborative team, working closely together to creatively develop new affordable housing as well as preserve existing assets in service of the tenants and communities we serve. SCCHA has a robust pipeline of affordable housing development in various stages of development. We are looking for a team member to join at either the Senior Project Manager or Project Manage role. The project management candidate has a unique opportunity to join a growing and dynamic team dedicated to providing affordable housing, all while growing their skillset and expertise developing complex multifamily affordable communities. Why Join Our Team?  We are a mission driven local organization working to address one of the most significant crises our community faces. We are strategic and aspire to achieve big impacts. We are expanding our team in response to our growing pipeline and desire to extend our impact in the community. We are committed to seeking out and valuing diverse perspectives so that we can respond to and serve our diverse community. We are committed to caring for our staff, because we know that if we take care of our staff, they will take care of the people we serve. What We Can Offer You :   We offer a competitive salary schedule. Depending on position, remote/hybrid and relocation options may be available; we are on a 9/80 work schedule resulting in a 4-day workweek every other week. We support healthy lifestyles and provide a $475 monthly wellness benefit for calendar year 2024. The wellness benefit will be $200 monthly, beginning January 2025. We pay medical insurance up to $1,780/month; and paid sick and vacation leave.  We pay 100% of the dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents.  We reimburse you up to $5,250 per calendar year for advancing your job-related education. We provide a CalPERS defined pension plan that includes a post-retirement medical contribution upon qualifying. Learn more and apply today at www.scchousingauthority.org/careers For Help: please contact the Human Resources Department at (408) 993-2934. What Our Team Is Looking For: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: Senior Project Manager : A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in affordable housing, real estate finance, public or business administration or related field; and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in residential property development, acquisition, and/or rehabilitation, with an emphasis on securing and closing affordable housing funding sources. This includes but is not limited to preparing Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) funding applications and managing financing processes for construction closings, lease-ups, and permanent conversions. Experience directly supervising Project Managers with responsibility for affordable housing and development programs, budgets, activities, and staff is highly desirable and preferred. Project Manager : A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in affordable housing, real estate finance, public or business administration or related field; and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in residential property development, acquisition, and/or rehabilitation, with an emphasis on securing and closing affordable housing funding sources. This includes but is not limited to preparing Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) funding applications and managing financing processes for construction closings, lease-ups, and permanent conversions. Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Our Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following skills: Leader & Strategic Capability - a mentor to inspire and motivate others, manages changes, adapts and influences others, has knowledge of the needs, functions, and goals of the organization. Exceptional Communicator - expresses ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Values the diversity and differences brought by others, build, and maintain interpersonal relationships. Judgement & Decision Making - a critical thinker and problem solver. Makes decisions in compliance with the law and Agency policies. For a detailed description of the position’s essential functions, please click the applicable link: Senior Project Manager, click HERE Project Manager, click HERE APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses. A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required. Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.
Santa Clara County Housing Authority San Jose, CA, United States
Apr 11, 2024
An exciting opportunity is now open. Assistant Director of Asset Management Opening Date: April 10, 2024 Closing Date : Open until filled. Priority screening of applications: April 19, 2024 . Salary: $165,382.92 - $221,628.93 DOQ Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for consideration. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. How You Will Make an Impact: The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking an experienced leader who will manage, organize, plan and oversee the staff and activities of the Real Estate Department’s Asset Management Division including short-term and long-term planning. This position will manage and oversee the administration of the Agency’s portfolio of residential properties including physical, financial and compliance performance of stabilized assets and property management. This position will also analyze and manage new business, real estate and financial opportunities. The Asset Management Division, along with the Real Estate Development Division, are part of SCCHA’s Real Estate Department. The team working in Real Estate is mission oriented, dynamic and collaborative. The team works closely together to creatively develop new affordable housing as well as preserve existing assets. The Assistant Director of Asset Management plays an important role in ensuring sound operations and compliance in the existing portfolio, as well as creatively thinking about new business opportunities, financing strategies, acquisition efforts and larger strategic real estate efforts. What Our Team Is Looking For: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social or behavioral sciences, affordable housing, real estate finance, public or business administration or related field; and Five (5) years of increasingly responsible management experience in government, affordable housing programs, property management, social service administration or related field with three (3) years in a supervisory capacity. A master’s degree is desirable. Our Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following skills: Leader & Strategic Capability - a mentor to inspire and motivate others, manages changes, adapts and influences others, has knowledge of the needs, functions, and goals of the organization. Exceptional Communicator - expresses ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Values the diversity and differences brought by others, build, and maintain interpersonal relationships. Judgement & Decision Making - a critical thinker and problem solver. Makes decisions in compliance with the law and Agency policies. For a detailed description of the position essential functions, please click HERE APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses. A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required. Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.