Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive officer of MHAB and is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational excellence of the organization. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director provides visionary leadership while ensuring strong financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, effective property and asset management, and meaningful engagement with residents, staff, funders, and community partners.
Key Responsibilities Organizational Leadership & Strategy
Provide strategic leadership aligned with MHAB’s mission, values, and long-term goals
Partner with the Board of Trustees to develop, implement, and monitor organizational strategy
Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for MHAB
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, equity, and continuous improvement
Financial & Asset Management
Oversee the organization’s financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Ensure sound stewardship of housing assets and capital improvement planning
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local funding and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with auditors, lenders, and funders to ensure transparency and fiscal integrity
Property & Program Oversight
Provide executive oversight of property management, maintenance, and resident services
Ensure high standards of housing quality, safety, and customer service
Support resident engagement initiatives that promote community stability and empowerment
Board Relations & Governance
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of Trustees
Support effective board governance, including meeting preparation and policy implementation
Keep the Board informed of organizational performance, risks, and opportunities
External Relations & Partnerships
Build and sustain strong relationships with government agencies, funders, developers, and community partners
Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants and public/private partnerships
Advocate for affordable housing and community development initiatives
Staff Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and support a diverse and mission-driven staff
Promote professional development, performance management, and succession planning
Ensure compliance with HR policies and best practices
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community-centered leadership
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in public administration, nonprofit management, urban planning, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in affordable housing, nonprofit management, community development, or a related field
Ability to obtain Certified Occupancy Specialist(COS) and Certified Manager of Housing(CMH) certification within six(6) months of hire
Demonstrated experience in financial management, property or asset management, and regulatory compliance
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
Knowledge of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Department of Housing and Community Development, Housing Authority of Baltimore City and other affordable housing programs strongly preferred
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Key Responsibilities Organizational Leadership & Strategy
Provide strategic leadership aligned with MHAB’s mission, values, and long-term goals
Partner with the Board of Trustees to develop, implement, and monitor organizational strategy
Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for MHAB
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, equity, and continuous improvement
Financial & Asset Management
Oversee the organization’s financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Ensure sound stewardship of housing assets and capital improvement planning
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local funding and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with auditors, lenders, and funders to ensure transparency and fiscal integrity
Property & Program Oversight
Provide executive oversight of property management, maintenance, and resident services
Ensure high standards of housing quality, safety, and customer service
Support resident engagement initiatives that promote community stability and empowerment
Board Relations & Governance
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of Trustees
Support effective board governance, including meeting preparation and policy implementation
Keep the Board informed of organizational performance, risks, and opportunities
External Relations & Partnerships
Build and sustain strong relationships with government agencies, funders, developers, and community partners
Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants and public/private partnerships
Advocate for affordable housing and community development initiatives
Staff Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and support a diverse and mission-driven staff
Promote professional development, performance management, and succession planning
Ensure compliance with HR policies and best practices
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community-centered leadership
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in public administration, nonprofit management, urban planning, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in affordable housing, nonprofit management, community development, or a related field
Ability to obtain Certified Occupancy Specialist(COS) and Certified Manager of Housing(CMH) certification within six(6) months of hire
Demonstrated experience in financial management, property or asset management, and regulatory compliance
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
Knowledge of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Department of Housing and Community Development, Housing Authority of Baltimore City and other affordable housing programs strongly preferred
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