Executive Director

Housing Authority of the City of Ocilla, Georgia

The Housing Authority of the City of Ocilla, Georgia, is seeking an individual to serve as its executive director. The Housing Authority owns and manages 165 public housing units and the director supervises 7 individuals. The successful candidate will assume responsibility of chief executive officer over all aspects of the Housing Authority’s operations including, but not limited to, property management, redevelopment, procurement, planning, personnel, budgeting, finance, grants, and contracts. The successful candidate must possess skills necessary to communicate effectively with residents and representatives of other governmental agencies and be capable of implementing policies and procedures necessary to insure decent, safe, and sanitary housing for Housing Authority residents. Ocilla is a growing community situated in Irwin County in South Georgia, which boasts a population of approximately 3300. Ocilla and Irwin County offer an excellent school system, exceptional medical facilities, as well as outstanding recreational opportunities. The successful candidate must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of HUD programs, policies, and procedures; have a minimum of two years experience in public housing management; be PHM certified or certifiable within one year of employment; and possess at least an associate’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field. The Housing Authority may consider substantial experience and a proven track record in public housing as an alternative requirement to an associate’s degree. The successful candidate must have demonstrated proficiency in finance and accounting, personnel management, public relations, and computer skills. The salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. The Housing Authority offers an excellent employee benefit package and is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should send a cover letter outlining qualifications for the position, emphasizing particular strengths of the applicant, together with a resume and at least three references to:

Toni Sawyer, Esq.;

Law Offices of John T. Croley, Jr.;

Post Office Box 690;

Fitzgerald, Georgia 31750.

 

Applications should be received by Attorney Sawyer no later than February 28, 2010, in order to receive appropriate consideration.