Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative Planning & Operations Director
Rio Metro, Albuquerque, NM, United States
Position Summary
This is a full-time, salaried position where the successful candidate will plan, manage, and administer the entity setup and on-going activities for the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (MRGHC), as described in the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) between Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque. Provide recommendations to the County Commission and City Council for the creation and operation of the MRGHC according to the authorities and initiatives set forth in the JPA. Manage the day-to-day activities of the Commission including but not limited to conducting research, developing recommendations, managing budgets and audits, creating communications, public relations, and communicating with the liaisons for the County Commission and City Council.
Essential Functions
Work with local government officials and partners and coordinate with the Joint Working Committee (F/S R-23-106) to formally establish the MRGHC within the powers and authority granted by the State of NM.
Communicate to the County Commission and City Council on MRGHC entity setup progress on at least a monthly basis.
Research, draft, and recommend legislation and operational policies, to the Collaborative, necessary for the completion of the initiatives and goals described in the JPA, including operational structure and budget.
Manage initial operational funding within applicable regulations, in consultation with the County Commission and City Council.
Manage ongoing financial operations of the Collaborative including managing budgets, audits, and daily financial activities.
Monitor and audit the progress of projects to which the Collaborative has provided funding including collecting proof the project is meeting the established guidelines in regards to the number and size of units and rents being charged.
Provide support for processing related State, County and City legislation (ordinances, resolutions, JPAs, rules, statutes).
Perform public relations duties including writing and issuing press releases to the media, serving as the main contact for the MRGHC; responding to public inquiries and Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) requests.
Assist Commissioners, Councilors and other officials in scheduling meetings, briefings, etc. related to the MRGHC.
Participate in other committees, task forces and work groups as required.
Attend public meetings of varying size, including night meetings.
Assisting the Commission in the development of requirements and processes for screening and funding appropriate projects.
Publishing and promoting the grant opportunities to the public and stakeholders.
On-going monitoring of grantee projects to ensure compliance with the guidelines and requirements.
Goals and Initiatives of the MRGHC
Planning and surveying where affordable housing currently exists and where gaps in service exist.
Land banking to acquire vacant land for future development.
Renovation of existing properties to preserve affordable housing.
Spurring private development of affordable housing through the use of economic development tools and public infrastructure investments.
Utilizing an “All Quadrants Approach” to ensure no single area is the focus of development.
Prioritizing new housing in and near the existing main street and public transit corridors.
Developing sustainable communities coupling market-rate and affordable housing.
Creative financing, leveraging public and private monies.
Building relationships with both large-scale and micro-developers.
Conducting outreach and education to all stakeholders.
Exploring innovative models for the development and construction of affordable housing.
Coordination between the Parties on respective zoning ordinances.
Building permitting, inspection, and other best practices to accomplish mutual goals.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred, ideally in areas of Public Administration, Business Administration, Executive Management, and/or Social Services.
A minimum of 3 years in administration management.
Research, analysis, development, and implementation of legislation.
Development of public policies and governmental finance.
Experience in grant development and administration.
Principal and practices of financial operations, including budget preparation, and audit oversight.
Preferred Knowledge
Development of legislative policies and procedures.
Research methodology, including legal research.
Planning and engineering practices and procedures.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Preferred Skills and Abilities
Supervision of staff engaged in highly technical and/or operational activities relating to the operation of a local government, pseudo-government, non-profit, or other similarly sized budgetary entity.
Analysis of complex technical material and identify policy implications.
Research, prepare and/or supervise diverse technical projects, collect, and analyze complex data and develop and evaluate solutions to specific problems.
Ability to provide clear and concise written and oral presentations to include public forum presentations.
Communicate and deal effectively with professional employees, elected officials, citizens, and representatives of civic and business groups.
Salary Range $100-135k commensurate with experience.
To Apply Resumes may be submitted via email (preferred), by mail, or in person at:
Mail/Drop off: 809 Copper Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Employment pending a successful background check, a valid New Mexico driver’s license and no more than one (1) moving violation in the past year. All new employees are hired subject to a one-year probationary status. Salary commensurate with experience. The MRGHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For best consideration please apply by Thursday, April 2rd, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
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Essential Functions
Work with local government officials and partners and coordinate with the Joint Working Committee (F/S R-23-106) to formally establish the MRGHC within the powers and authority granted by the State of NM.
Communicate to the County Commission and City Council on MRGHC entity setup progress on at least a monthly basis.
Research, draft, and recommend legislation and operational policies, to the Collaborative, necessary for the completion of the initiatives and goals described in the JPA, including operational structure and budget.
Manage initial operational funding within applicable regulations, in consultation with the County Commission and City Council.
Manage ongoing financial operations of the Collaborative including managing budgets, audits, and daily financial activities.
Monitor and audit the progress of projects to which the Collaborative has provided funding including collecting proof the project is meeting the established guidelines in regards to the number and size of units and rents being charged.
Provide support for processing related State, County and City legislation (ordinances, resolutions, JPAs, rules, statutes).
Perform public relations duties including writing and issuing press releases to the media, serving as the main contact for the MRGHC; responding to public inquiries and Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) requests.
Assist Commissioners, Councilors and other officials in scheduling meetings, briefings, etc. related to the MRGHC.
Participate in other committees, task forces and work groups as required.
Attend public meetings of varying size, including night meetings.
Assisting the Commission in the development of requirements and processes for screening and funding appropriate projects.
Publishing and promoting the grant opportunities to the public and stakeholders.
On-going monitoring of grantee projects to ensure compliance with the guidelines and requirements.
Goals and Initiatives of the MRGHC
Planning and surveying where affordable housing currently exists and where gaps in service exist.
Land banking to acquire vacant land for future development.
Renovation of existing properties to preserve affordable housing.
Spurring private development of affordable housing through the use of economic development tools and public infrastructure investments.
Utilizing an “All Quadrants Approach” to ensure no single area is the focus of development.
Prioritizing new housing in and near the existing main street and public transit corridors.
Developing sustainable communities coupling market-rate and affordable housing.
Creative financing, leveraging public and private monies.
Building relationships with both large-scale and micro-developers.
Conducting outreach and education to all stakeholders.
Exploring innovative models for the development and construction of affordable housing.
Coordination between the Parties on respective zoning ordinances.
Building permitting, inspection, and other best practices to accomplish mutual goals.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred, ideally in areas of Public Administration, Business Administration, Executive Management, and/or Social Services.
A minimum of 3 years in administration management.
Research, analysis, development, and implementation of legislation.
Development of public policies and governmental finance.
Experience in grant development and administration.
Principal and practices of financial operations, including budget preparation, and audit oversight.
Preferred Knowledge
Development of legislative policies and procedures.
Research methodology, including legal research.
Planning and engineering practices and procedures.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Preferred Skills and Abilities
Supervision of staff engaged in highly technical and/or operational activities relating to the operation of a local government, pseudo-government, non-profit, or other similarly sized budgetary entity.
Analysis of complex technical material and identify policy implications.
Research, prepare and/or supervise diverse technical projects, collect, and analyze complex data and develop and evaluate solutions to specific problems.
Ability to provide clear and concise written and oral presentations to include public forum presentations.
Communicate and deal effectively with professional employees, elected officials, citizens, and representatives of civic and business groups.
Salary Range $100-135k commensurate with experience.
To Apply Resumes may be submitted via email (preferred), by mail, or in person at:
Mail/Drop off: 809 Copper Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Employment pending a successful background check, a valid New Mexico driver’s license and no more than one (1) moving violation in the past year. All new employees are hired subject to a one-year probationary status. Salary commensurate with experience. The MRGHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For best consideration please apply by Thursday, April 2rd, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
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