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Korean Women's Association

Director of Housing & RE

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A Realty Specialist is responsible for all nonsupervisory tasks in the acquisition, management, and/or sale of real estate property.

$74,990 / year median in Washington

-3% projected decline

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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. Key Responsibilities Asset Management & Property Operations Oversee real estate portfolio management and third-party property management companies Affordable Housing Compliance Ensure compliance with: HUD (Section 202) LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit)
HOME & CDBG
programs Manage compliance reporting, audits, recertifications, and inspections Capital Projects & Facilities Management Lead capital improvement projects and rehabilitation projects Real Estate Development & Affordable Housing Finance Lead real estate development lifecycle (feasibility → financing → construction → lease-up → stabilization) Commercial Real Estate Oversight Oversee commercial property leasing, tenant relations, and asset performance Manage operating expenses, budgets, and maintenance planning Strategic Real Estate Leadership Develop real estate investment strategy and portfolio optimization plans Contracts & KWA Representation Negotiate and manage property management agreements, construction contracts, and vendor contracts Act as KWA Representative for development and construction projects Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Business, or related field Master's degree preferred Experience 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 Why Join KWA? Lead impactful affordable housing initiatives Shape a growing real estate development pipeline Join a mission-driven, community-focused organization Ready to join our team apply at www.kwacares.org/careers Real Estate Management, real estate, director, manager, HUD, LIHTC, funding, portfolio, portfolio management, property management, capital projects, commercial real estate, pipeline, affordable housing development, real estate asset management