Executive Director ($87,116.00 – $92,616.00)

Hawaii Public Housing Authority (HPHA) is seeking an Executive Director to provide leadership, oversee its daily operations, and the administration of the State’s Public Housing Programs.

HPHA is the only housing authority in the state and manages a budget of approximately 120 million dollars of state and federal funds, 6102 units of state and federal low-income family and elderly public housing, capital improvement programs, offers Section 8 voucher and state rent supplement programs; and operates a statewide homeless assistance program.

Educational Requirement:
Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, human resources or other related field of study.

Supervisory Experience:
Three (3) years experience in the field of housing which included (1) planning and directing the work of others; (2) assigning and reviewing their work; (3) advising them of difficult problem areas; (4) timing and scheduling their work; and (5) training and developing new employees.

Managerial Experience:

One (1) year of managerial experience involving identification of program goals and objectives and evaluating them, a strong background in HUD regulations, planning and administration, public relations, ability to develop staff leadership, organizational and problem solving, are all highly desired.

The successful candidate must possess strong oral and written communication skills, be able to work with local, state, and federal officials, as well as resident organizations, housing advocacy groups and the general community.

The above position is exempt non-civil service position. Salary is commensurate with training and experience. For more information about HPHA, visit our website at www.hpha.hawaii.gov. HPHA is an equal employment opportunity employer. Continuous recruitment until need is met. For more information you may contact HPHA Personnel Office at 832-1864 or submit your resume to: