Housing and Redevelopment Senior Manager

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler Neighborhood Resources Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Housing and Redevelopment Senior Manager [PHA Director]. The position is scheduled to work 5 days, 8 hours.

Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and collaborative environment

• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community

• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays

• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage

• Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual

• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual

• 12 paid holidays annually, with the potential for additional holiday leave the end of 2026, subject to approval by the City Manager

• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match

• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation

• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive

• Professional development opportunities

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees

• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership

• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Who we are

The City of Chandler Public Housing Authority is administered by the City’s Housing and Redevelopment Division. Our primary focus is to provide safe and affordable housing to participating individuals and families with a high level of customer service. The Division also partners with other supportive services in the community that empower our participants to thrive.

The Division is responsible for the management of site-based and scattered site public housing units, the Housing Choice Voucher program, as well as Veterans Affairs Supporting Housing (VASH) Vouchers and Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA). The city is currently undertaking the conversion of two public housing sites under the Rental Assistance Demonstration Program (RAD).

Who we are looking for

This is more than a management role — it is an opportunity to shape housing stability and opportunity in Chandler. If you are a mission-driven leader who values service, partnership, and community impact, we encourage you to apply. The Housing and Redevelopment Manager will have experience administering housing programs that improve client opportunity and long-term success. This role is ideal for a collaborative professional who is passionate about public service, experienced in housing program administration, and committed to expanding opportunity for the individuals and families we serve.

To view the complete job description, please click here .

Minimum qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Social Work or related field; and
• 8 years of progressively responsible experience in public housing administration, to include management and policy development experience, and
• 3 years of supervisory experience; and
• a valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record; or
• any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired qualifications

• Certification as a Public Housing Manager (PHM) or Housing Choice Voucher Executive Manager (HCVEM) through a HUD-recognized program
• Experience with mixed-finance development, RAD conversions, or other innovative housing strategies
• Experience working within a municipal government structure and familiarity with local government budgeting, procurement, and administrative processes
• Familiarity with local housing market conditions and social service organizations

This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.

The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check and a reference check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.

The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please Click Here .

Closing Date/Time: 3/1/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

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