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Deputy Director of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation
Working Title Deputy Director of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation
Department/Division Housing and Neighborhood Preservation - Directors Office
Job Type Full Time
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Requisition ID:
44001
Work Location:
Housing - Municipal Center
Pay Range:
A.22, $99,380.70 - $154,040.09
Starting Salary:
Minimum of the Pay Range
Work Schedule:
M-F, 8am-5pm
Part Time Hours/Wk:
Job Open Date:
3/18/25
Application Deadline:

Job Duties:

The City of Virginia Beach is dedicated to enhancing the economic, educational, social, and physical quality of life for our community. Our values include quality customer service, teamwork, leadership, integrity, and diversity, fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Job Summary

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking an experienced Deputy Director of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation to provide leadership and oversight for federal contracts, compliance programs, and customer service operations within the department. This senior-level position will oversee the operations of the Rental Housing, Housing Development, and Compliance units while ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local housing regulations.

As a City Manager appointee, this position serves at the pleasure of the City Manager and is not part of the merit service as defined in City Code, Section 2-75.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Director in overseeing department operations, service agreements, and compliance with housing policies.
  • Ensure strict adherence to federal housing programs (CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG, ARPA, HCV, CoC).
  • Oversee the Rental Housing Division and Housing Development Division.
  • Develop and implement quality control measures, monitor program performance, and conduct audits.
  • Assist in policy development to align with federal regulations and best practices.
  • Engage with stakeholders, community organizations, and government agencies to advance housing initiatives.
  • Represent the department in emergency operations planning and response.
  • Enforce standards for customer service delivery and manage customer satisfaction.
  • Act as the Director in their absence, making critical decisions on departmental operations.

Why Join Us?

  • Lead impactful housing initiatives that improve community well-being.
  • Work with a dedicated team committed to public service and housing preservation.
  • Competitive salary and generous benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid-Time-Off.
  • Opportunity to shape policies and drive long-term housing solutions in Virginia Beach.

Official City Job Description:

There is no official City job description at this time.

Working Conditions:

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Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree in public administration, government operations, business management, government compliance, urban planning/studies or a related program and six (6) years of high-level management experience OR a combination of education (above high school) and experience equivalent to twelve (12) years in fields associated with such positions as program administrator or deputy director with at least five (5) years at the program management or administrator level. Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript:  Required
CDL:  Not Required                                       
DOT History:  Not Required                                                 
CPS Check:  Not Required
Physical:  Not Required    
Respirator:  Not Required
Polygraph Review:  Not Required
Psychological Screening:  Not Required

Attachments Required: 

Preferences:

Master’s degree in government operations, public administration, business management, or urban planning.
10 years of high-level management experience with 5 at the program administrator level.
Experience with HUD-funded development regulations and affordable housing programs.
Experience with federal, state, and local housing regulations and federal funding programs
Strong leadership, policy development, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience with federal funding programs: CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG, HCV, and others.
Proven leadership in program development and compliance management.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
Experience with budget planning and financial management.
Experience leading staff/teams, developing policy and engaging stakeholders.

Special Instructions:

As a City Manager appointee, this position serves at the pleasure of the City Manager and is not considered part of the merit service as defined in City Code, section 2-75.

This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed regularly and the recruitment will close to applicants once a candidate is selected.

  • Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting. 
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VRS Contribution:   All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.  

Drug Free Workplace:  The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

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