Director of Multifamily Housing Development

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year, exempt

Organizational Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on people transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization.  To achieve our mission, we develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes, and implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.

In short, we do good work.

We’re seeking spirited, talented people to join our hybrid teams with office hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego. 

Department Summary

Brilliant Corners has developed multifamily permanent supportive housing (PSH) and licensed residential care homes since 2008. Our multifamily development team currently oversees an active pipeline of Low Income Housing Tax Credit and Homekey PSH projects in Los Angeles County, and partners with our residential care home team and other stakeholders to explore innovative housing typologies for higher need populations.

Position Summary

The Director of Multifamily Housing Development will lead project managers and senior project managers in a variety of creative, mission-driven housing development projects. Responsibilities will include strong support and leadership for our current and future pipeline of projects concentrated in Los Angeles County, while also co-leading strategy formation for future real estate developments in Los Angeles and beyond. 

In addition to providing supervision over all phases of multifamily development, the Director of Multifamily Housing Development will be responsible for engaging in local and state housing advocacy; maintaining and building relationships with current and future project partners; exploration and implementation of new housing models; working collaboratively with interagency programs and leadership teams; coordinating with internal stakeholders including and the Directors of Asset Management and Case Management; and promoting the interests, learning, and professional growth of Development Team members.

Position Responsibilities

• Management of multifamily housing development from concept to completion including, but not limited to, site selection, financial analysis and budgeting, escrow activities, conceptual design, due diligence, capital funding applications, loan applications, outreach activities, entitlements and permitting, construction documents, general contractor bidding and management, construction phase activities, lease-up, and permanent financing.
• Identification of trends in local, state, and federal government affordable and supportive housing policies and financing followed by developing, revising, and implementing development strategies accordingly
• Ability to coach and mentor staff to develop high-performance teams that are able to carry out the strategic plans developed by the leadership team. 
• Accomplishes development program objectives by recruiting, training, coaching and communicating job expectations including department policies and procedures
• Taking ownership for accomplishing the roll-out of Brilliant Corners development program and expansion of housing development opportunities.
• Providing support to leadership and executive teams.

Professional Experience

• Seven (7) or more years of multifamily development experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Master’s degree in public policy, finance, public administration, or urban planning is a plus.
• A track record of applying for, and securing, a variety of City, County, State, Federal and private funding sources.
• Additional experience working for or with public sector housing agencies, service providers and/or property management agencies, public sector construction projects, and housing organizations is a plus.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities

• Ability to prepare and analyze pro forma financials for low-income multifamily housing developments.
• Experience preparing loan, grant, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit applications and/or related public and private multifamily housing finance sources
• Ability to coordinate financing closings with various lenders, investors, and agencies.
• Ability to work effectively with peers and public and private lenders.
• Ability to effectively select and manage project consultants during pre-construction and construction phases.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills along with problem-solving abilities.
• A valid California Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel within California, possibly regularly.

Core Competencies

Dealing with Ambiguity: Remains productive and effective in uncertain, rapidly changing situations by quickly analyzing information to adapt approach. Demonstrates flexibility, composure and good judgment despite challenges

Leading Effective Teams: Builds, leads and mentors cohesive, high-performing teams through collaboration, positive culture, coaching, cross-functional work, and recognition of successes

Priority Setting: Focuses on highest impact priorities advancing strategic objectives. Aligns resources, eliminates roadblocks, and provides direction through a compelling vision

Managing through Systems:Designs and implements systems, processes and infrastructures enabling effective execution, oversight, empowerment and accountability. Drives results through indirect influence and continuous improvement

Functional/Technical Expertise: Possesses advanced functional/technical skills of direct reports, enabling high-level task accomplishment, optimal partner support, and team development

Organizational Values

Humanity:Putting people first: We are committed to meeting people where they’re at, honoring their dignity, diversity, and experience.

Community: Building a better future: Sustainable housing solutions are fostered through partnership, collaboration, and human connection.

Ingenuity: Innovating for transformation: Systems-change requires relentless determination, thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo.

Physical Requirements

Candidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day.  Additionally, candidates should be able to lift, carry, push, pull light to moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely. Requires mental acuity for analytical reasoning and document interpretation.

Salary range for this position is $150,000 - $180,000 per year annually. This position is being offered at $150,000 - $180,000 per year annually.

Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. 

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision) 

• Retirement Plan (With 5% Match) 
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D) 
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) 
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) 
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability 
• Training & Development 
• Wellness Resources 
• Hybrid Work