Director of Business and Housing Development City of Rochester, NY

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS & HOUSING DEVELOPMENT DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This position is responsible for managing the Bureau of Business and Housing Development, with responsibility for program administration, policy development, resource allocation, and staff supervision. The incumbent plays a key role in shaping housing, property, and neighborhood development initiatives; providing leadership to division managers; and serving as a liaison between the City, community groups, developers, and external partners. The employee works under the general direction of the Commissioner of NBD. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

‐ Manages the operation of the Bureau of Business and Housing Development, including establishing priorities and procedures, determining organization structure, and assigning and reviewing staff work; ‐ Provides direction to division managers regarding the acquisition, management, and disposition of properties and the administration of housing programs; ‐ Develops and implements programs and projects consistent with departmental goals and City policies; ‐ Recommends new and revised policies to address Bureau activities; ‐ Meets with community groups, neighborhood associations, and the general public to explain programs, discuss concerns, and resolve issues; ‐ Directs the selection, training, assignment, and evaluation of Bureau personnel; ‐ Prepares the Bureau's annual budget and assists the Commissioner with the preparation of the Department's overall budget; ‐ Negotiates contracts for professional services and determines the appropriate level of financial assistance to support private development within the City; ‐ Participates in the development of the City's Consolidated Plan, including the programming of Federal resources; ‐ Assists the Commissioner in coordinating the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development's Capital Improvement Program; ‐ Coordinates special projects at the direction of the Commissioner.

ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

‐ Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, budgeting, and personnel management; ‐ Knowledge of housing, community development, or economic development programs; ‐ Knowledge of contract negotiation and administration; ‐ Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies governing housing and development programs; ‐ Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ‐ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, staff, community groups, developers, and the public.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

All entry level

KSAs, PLUS:

‐ Knowledge of City of Rochester and department policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; ‐ Knowledge of urban housing, property management, and community development practices; ‐ Skill in formulating policies and strategies to address housing, neighborhood revitalization, and economic development needs; ‐ Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of a large bureau, including supervising managers and professional staff; ‐ Ability to manage complex budgets and allocate resources effectively; ‐ Ability to negotiate contracts, financial agreements, and development incentives; ‐ Ability to represent the City of Rochester at high-level meetings and public forums, and to build partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent,

PLUS:

I. Master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field AND three (3) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity; OR II. Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field AND five (5) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity; OR III. Associate's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field AND seven (7) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity; OR IV. Nine (9) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity. How to Apply Post Date Sep 04, 2026 Application Deadline Oct 30, 2026 Please apply directly on the City of Rochester website. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to: Zaida Santiago, (585) 428-1340. Apply Now Job Details Salary $102,015 - $135,631 Job Function Division Manager Position Type Full Time City of Rochester Address 30 Church St Rochester , NY 14614-1206 United States Website Form of Government Mayor-Council ← Move left → Move right ↑ Move up ↓ Move down + Zoom in - Zoom out Home Jump left by 75% End Jump right by 75% Page Up Jump up by 75% Page Down Jump down by 75% Map Terrain Satellite Labels Map Data Map data ©2026 Google Map data ©2026 Google 200 m Click to toggle between metric and imperial units Terms Advertisement Put your job in front of the right people! The Job Center is the best place to reach local government professionals. Post your featured job in minutes with more visibility through promoted search results, email, and more. Post a Featured Job