San Antonio, Texas
Orange, California
Posted: 12-Mar-26
Location: Tukwila, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: $189,631.00 - $265,483.20
Preferred Education:
Additional Information:
Internal Number: 2026040
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Job Summary
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KCHA seeks a Property Management professional with exceptional experience to transform lives through housing by providing senior leadership and strategic direction for all Property Management and the Central Applications Center (CAC) within the Housing Authority. Skilled as both a strategic leader and innovator, our next Senior Vice President of Housing Management (SVP) will be instrumental in KCHA’s ability to serve our community and support or employees.
The SVP oversees nearly 4,000 units across 93 developments, which include Public Housing, Project-Based Section 8, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit-funded properties, and unique local programs. This role ensures seamless integration of Property Management and the CAC through collaboration and strategy with maintenance operations and capital construction to promote impeccable standards of compliance, customer service, and operational excellence. The SVP holds total compliance and operational responsibility for KCHA’s management relationship with Sedro-Woolley Housing Authority, a small public housing authority with 80 units of public housing.
We are seeking a collaborative and experienced senior professional to join us as our next SVP. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of expertise and a robust background in housing programs and/or property management. They will demonstrate a deep commitment to community and the capability to navigate and lead through transformational changes within the housing authority landscape.
As a servant leader, the successful candidate will contribute to and enrich our evolving culture of diverse and inclusive leadership. They will share the passion of all KCHA employees for delivering housing and services to low-income and underserved communities in King County.
Click here to view the Senior Vice President of Housing Management Recruitment Brochure. (Download PDF reader)
While this position is open until filled, interested candidates should submit application materials online at www.kcha.org/employment by 4:30 p.m. on March 31, 2026, to ensure consideration. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Sarah Crane, Talent Acquisition Manager, by email at sarahcr@kcha.org with confidential inquiries and questions regarding the recruitment process.
Compensation & Benefits:
This position offers a competitive salary range of $189,631.00 to $265,483.20 with a midpoint of $227,557.00. KCHA offers a comprehensive benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, reduced tuition, and retirement benefits.
Equal Opportunity:
King County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
• A strong leader who communicates a sense of
mission and vision, backed by the ability to
establish and accomplish goals and objectives.
Brings a proven track record of delivering
results, designing innovative programs, and
leading diverse groups to sustain a high
performing operation is critical.
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles and
practices of public housing management
and/or related industry best practices
including:
• Various data points and analytical tools
related to property physical condition
such as Capital Needs Assessments.
• Affordable housing programming.
• Deep knowledge of appropriate federal
regulations relative to subsidized housing.
• Successful candidates will be collaborative and
strategic thinkers with an ability to see the
larger picture as well as the smaller tasks
necessary for agency success.
• Effective balance of strategy and execution
with the ability to drive change and achieve
business results.
• Ability to use independent judgment and
discretion in carrying out duties and
responsibilities, exercise initiative, and provide
leadership. Routinely exercise sound judgment
in analyzing situations and in reaching
decisions quickly. A self-starter that can multitask and prioritize.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, ability to
evaluate information, implement timely
decisions and make recommendations that
anticipate the costs, benefits, risks, and
organizational impact within KCHA’s context
and the Housing Authority national landscape.
• Extensive communication skills, including a
high degree of emotional intelligence, conflictresolution experience; proven ability to build
strong external relationships with a variety of
vendors, partner organizations and other
stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze and develop effective policies
and procedures; present proposals and
recommendations clearly, logically, and
persuasively in public meetings.
• Cultural sensitivity and competency, which is
essential in serving economically
disadvantaged, diverse populations, including
homeless and special needs households, with a
particular focus on households that often fall
through the community-based safety net.
• Proven success in building productive and
engaged work teams with a focus on
mentoring and nurturing staff development.
• Career path that shows a mix of stability and
growth-focused moves with similar
organizations and capacity to develop and
nurture relationships culminating in overall
success.
• Ability to manage internal and external
resources, agencies and budgets.
A thorough background and driver’s check
will be completed before hire.