Director of Housing & RE

Korean Women's Association (KWA) is seeking an experienced Director of Housing & Real Estate to lead our affordable housing, real estate development, and asset management portfolio. This senior leadership role oversees LIHTC properties, HUD Section 202 housing, HOME and CDBG-funded housing, and commercial real estate operations. Experience throughout the development lifecycle, including financing and stabilization.

This position serves as the KWA Representative, responsible for portfolio performance, compliance, capital improvements, and affordable housing development. Leadership of rehabilitation, property management company and capital improvement projects.

This is a full-time position, in office, M-F, 8:30AM - 5PM. Salary range $90,000 - $110,000 per year. Apply at www.kwacares.org/careers

Includes Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurances, Paid Time Off, 11 paid holidays per year, 401(K) after 1 year.

• Oversee real estate portfolio management and third-party property management companies

• Ensure compliance with:
  • HUD (Section 202)
  • LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit)
  • HOME & CDBG programs
• Manage compliance reporting, audits, recertifications, and inspections

• Lead capital improvement projects and rehabilitation projects

• Lead real estate development lifecycle (feasibility → financing → construction → lease-up → stabilization)

• Oversee commercial property leasing, tenant relations, and asset performance
• Manage operating expenses, budgets, and maintenance planning

• Develop real estate investment strategy and portfolio optimization plans

• Negotiate and manage property management agreements, construction contracts, and vendor contracts
• Act as KWA Representative for development and construction projects

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Business, or related field
• Master's degree preferred

• 7–10+ years in:
  • Affordable housing development
  • Real estate asset management
  • Property management oversight
• Direct experience with:
  • LIHTC transactions
  • HUD, HOME, and CDBG funding programs
• Experience in capital projects or commercial real estate preferred

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