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Genesee County Human Resources

Housing Development Officer

Genesee County Human Resources, Batavia, New York, United States

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Housing Development Officer



Genesee County Human Resources

Full‑time position with benefits. Provisional appointment pending Civil Service examination. Anticipated start date of January 1, 2026.

Responsibilities The incumbent is responsible for the development and management of housing and housing programs to benefit the people of Genesee County. This includes research into funding opportunities, land acquisition, zoning, planning, preparation of funding applications, project planning and management, acquiring and maintaining knowledge of complex government programs, and how to develop new housing options and maintain them in compliance long‑term. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the County Manager or their designee with latitude permitted for the exercise of independent judgment. Related work is performed as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher in Public/Business Administration, Human Services, Communications, Planning, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, **and** a minimum of three (3) years experience in development of housing from land acquisition to operations, including pre‑development, grant/funding applications, proforma development, construction oversight, lease‑up, and close‑out; **or** a minimum of three (3) years experience in grant management or administration of public housing, rental assistance, other affordable housing program, or equivalent HUD experience; **or** significant experience in project management, public relations, technical assistance, and/or consulting in the areas of affordable housing or related public programs; **or** significant experience in the management of housing development, including leading projects at various stages in the development process (e.g. reviewing and approving capital proposals, architectural drawings, expediting approvals, monitoring construction, approving progress draws, ensuring timely completion of projects on a budget, etc.).

Graduation from high school or possession of an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the NYS Department of Education, **and** a minimum of ten (10) years experience as described above.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Other

Industries Government Administration

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