Managing Director

Job Title: Managing Director
Location: Miami, Florida
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $145k-$160k
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 40.0

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a strategic vision for affordable housing and voucher-program initiatives, aligning emerging opportunities with organizational goals.
• Guide the development of new programs, partnerships, and operational models that expand housing access and improve outcomes for residents.
• Oversee early-stage planning, resource alignment, and organizational readiness for future housing initiatives.
• Serve as a thought leader on housing stability, rental assistance, and systems-level solutions.
• Provide managing oversight for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) initiatives, project-based vouchers, and related rental assistance programs.
• Identify and advance strategies that improve voucher utilization, landlord participation, and participant experience.
• Strengthen program compliance, quality, and performance through data-informed decision-making.
• Champion resident-centered program design that reflects community needs and supports long-term stability.
• Build and maintain high-level relationships with public housing authorities, government agencies, nonprofit partners, developers, and community stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in regional and national housing conversations, coalitions, and policy discussions.
• Cultivate cross-sector collaborations that expand resources, influence policy, and drive systemic change.
• Provide leadership across internal teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and equity.
• Support organizational growth by identifying capacity needs, shaping staffing strategies, and guiding operational development.
• Oversee budgeting and resource planning for emerging housing initiatives.
• Ensure alignment between mission, strategy, and day-to-day execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required, along with a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience.
• At least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of public or private housing programs and/or assisted housing programs.
• Senior-level leadership experience in affordable housing, community development, or related systems.
• Deep understanding of voucher programs, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) operations, regulatory frameworks, landlord engagement, and participant support.
• Demonstrated success navigating complex regulatory environments and funding mechanisms, including HUD programs and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) structures.
• Proven ability to lead through ambiguity, develop new initiatives, and guide organizations through growth and change.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain program-related certifications as required.
• Clear commitment to equity, resident voice, and community-driven solutions.

System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.