Commerce City seeks a dynamic Housing Planner to coordinate innovative, affordable housing initiatives that align with City Council's goals. This grant-funded position is key in advancing housing affordability by implementing affordable housing projects, managing housing grant programs, and developing partnerships with housing providers and developers. The Housing Planner will create and oversee affordability policies, analyze housing opportunities, pursue funding sources, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and success in meeting the City's housing needs. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about driving impactful housing solutions and fostering community partnerships!

This position is 100% grant-funded and expected to continue through October 31, 2027.

Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $90,944.67 - $101,049.63 / Annually

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package:Health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and up to 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all our employees. If you want an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.

Please review the full job description here!

A bachelor’s degree in business, economics, real estate finance, public administration, planning or related field, or equivalent experience.

Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience with housing and community development and/or multifamily real estate development is preferred, including project financing; market analysis; deal structuring; and financial analysis.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: A valid CO driver’s license.

Knowledge of:

Principals and techniques of planning

zoning and land use

Community development and affordable housing real estate development current practice

issues and housing policy in: (1) affordable housing preservation; (2) mixed finance development; and/or (3) low-income housing tax credits

Skills in:

Understanding and responding to customer needs

The use of a personal computer, applicable software programs and office equipment

Ability to:

Simultaneously work on multiple tasks and set priorities

Develop innovative approaches to create affordable housing opportunities

Interpret federal, state, and local regulations

Commerce City is an equal-opportunity employer.

Process Overview:

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.

Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.

Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.

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