Executive Director

Your Team

HADCO is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners elected by the Douglas County Commissioners. HADCO’s supporting corporation Douglas Multi-Family Property Management Corporation (DMPM) is a 501(c)(3) non- profit public corporation governed by a five-member Board voted in by the DMPM Board.

HADCO is comprised of four primary departments. The Section 8 Department which includes their Director, receptionist, and three Section 8 Representatives, the Accounting Department which includes a Finance Director and two accounting technicians, a Property Management Department which includes a Property Management Director, eight maintenance technicians, six property managers, and a program assistant. Additionally, there are two tenant services staff along with one construction contract administrator and an executive assistant.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee all housing programs and administrative operations, including employment and HR.
2. Maintain high occupancy and voucher utilization rates across dispersed properties.
3. Ensure compliance with HUD regulations, including PHAS, SEMAP, and Fair Housing.
4. Develop and manage budgets with limited funding sources; pursue grants and alternative funding.
5. Supervise a small, cross-functional staff; promote a collaborative and supportive work environment.
6. Build and maintain partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, and tribal entities.
7. Engage with residents, local governments, nonprofits, and tribal or regional partners.
8. Lead strategic planning, including modernization of aging rural housing stock.
9. Advocate for rural housing needs at the state and federal level.
10. Serve as primary liaison with the Board of Commissioners.

Performance Evaluation Metrics

Regulatory Compliance

1. Timely and accurate HUD reporting (PHAS, SEMAP)
2. Resolution of audit findings and compliance issues
3. Adherence to Fair Housing and accessibility standards

Financial Stewardship

1. Balanced budget management and cost control
2. Success in securing supplemental funding (grants, partnerships)
3. Clean financial audits and transparent reporting

Program Delivery

1. Occupancy rates and voucher utilization across rural areas
2. Timeliness of maintenance and capital improvements
3. Resident satisfaction and responsiveness to concerns

Leadership & Staff Development

1. Staff retention and cross-training effectiveness
2. Implementation of professional development plans
3. Team morale and internal communications

Strategic Planning and Innovation

1. Progress on strategic goals and rural housing initiatives
2. Implementation of energy efficiency or modernization projects
3. Responsiveness to emerging rural housing needs

Community Engagement

1. Partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, and Tribal entities
2. Visibility and accessibility to the community
3. Resident outreach and education efforts

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field (master’s preferred).
2. 5+ years of experience in housing or nonprofit leadership, preferably in rural or small communities.
3. Strong understanding of HUD programs and rural housing challenges.
4. Proven ability to manage budgets, staffing, and compliance in resource-constrained environments. Experience with capital planning or ability to partner with experts.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to community engagement.
6. Must possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and proof of a clear driving record.
7. Must have general office skills: typing, filing, 10-key, and computer. Knowledge of light accounting, especially related to tenant rental transactions.
8. Ability to effectively utilize various computer software programs.
9. Experience working with the public in which the following skills were attained: effective telephone skills, ability to deal tactfully with a variety of people under constant changing circumstances using tact and diplomacy. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
10. Ability to prioritize projects, set priorities, and follow through to completion. Ability to monitor and assist in timely reporting.
11. Must be able to read and comprehend Federal Regulations and appropriate laws.
12. Familiar with trauma-informed interaction principles.
13. Understanding of change management. Exceptional leadership experienced based on the goal of setting people up for success.