Public Housing Authority
The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda (AHA) is seeking an exceptional, process-orientated professional to serve as the Procurement and Administrative Services Manager. This is a fast-paced agency that seeks to meet the mission through a high level of accountability and transparency.
AHA is particularly interested in applications from candidates with procurement and contract administration experience in the government sector as well as a wide range of analytical and management skills, who can develop and implement policies and procedures for a variety of projects and programs within assigned departments, including budget administration, management analysis, technical support, and program evaluation. The successful candidate will also be team-oriented with the ability to coordinate and collaborate with a variety of internal stakeholders to move activities and projects forward. The position is expected to supervise 1 -3 staff members over time.
This position will report to the Director or Assistant Director of Administration and Services.
To apply, submit a:
- Resume, and
- Cover letter stating why you are interested in and qualified for the position (two pages maximum)
- Supplemental questions
Your resume and cover letter must be emailed to hr@alamedahsg.org with the subject line: [Position you are applying for] – Employment Application.
Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field. A master’s degree (or equivalent) is strongly desirable. and
- Experience: Four (4) years of procurement experience in public agency government including one (1) year of supervisory experience; two (2) years of supervisory experience is strongly preferred. Housing-related experience is strongly desirable. HUD, affordable housing and/or construction procurement knowledge is preferred.
- Candidates should possess strong technical skills including proficiency in common business software and document retention systems; experience with Yardi and/or Laserfiche preferred.
- Top notch analytical, research and reporting, project management and problem-solving skills.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license by time of appointment is required. Must be able to be insured under AHA’s owned automobile insurance policy.