Assistant Director of Housing & Economic Empo

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Director of Housing & Economic Empowerment

Reports to : Director of Housing & Economic Empowerment

Department : Housing & Economic Empowerment

Original Date : May 2026

Revised Date : June 2026

Status : Full Time – 40 hours

Location : Stamford, CT

FLSA Status : Exempt

Travel Requirements : 20-30%

SUMMARY

The Assistant Director of Housing & Economic Empowerment provides operational leadership, staff management, and program implementation support for all housing-related initiatives, including Rapid Rehousing (RRH), housing advocacy, and financial empowerment programs. This role is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of a multi-disciplinary team supporting survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, ensuring services are trauma-informed and rooted in a "Housing First" approach.

The Assistant Director assists the Director in ensuring compliance with federal (HUD), state (DOH), and coalition (CCADV) guidelines. They serve as the primary supervisor for front-line advocacy staff, lead data quality assurance, and manage day-to-day operational continuity, including maintaining a reduced direct service caseload and providing backup emergency coverage.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Operations & Staff Supervision

• Daily Management: Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations for Housing Advocates, Economic Empowerment staff, and program specialists.
• Case Consultation: Lead bi-weekly case reviews and provide routine case consultation on complex or high-risk cases, escalating ultra-high-risk situations to the Director.
• Onboarding & Training: Coordinate the onboarding schedule for new team members and monitor staff progress toward maintaining required domestic violence (DV) certifications and professional development hours.
• Workflow Coordination: Assign incoming referrals, manage staff schedules, and ensure balanced caseload distribution across the team.

Compliance, Data Quality & Reporting

• Database Management: Act as the primary administrator for the EmpowerDB/HMIS database for the department; run weekly data quality checks to ensure 100% accuracy and compliance.
• File Audits: Conduct monthly internal case file audits to ensure all financial assistance documentation, safety plans, and compliance paperwork meet HUD, DOH, and CCADV standards.
• Grant Reporting Support: Compile and analyze raw data to draft monthly, quarterly, and annual grant performance reports for review by the Director and Chief Program Officer.

Direct Service & Operational Continuity

• Reduced Caseload: Maintain a small, high-level direct service caseload, providing trauma-informed safety planning, advocacy, and long-term housing stabilization for complex survivor cases.
• Staff Coverage: Step in as the secondary point of contact and direct service provider in the temporary absence of Housing Advocates or the RRH Coordinator to prevent service gaps.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate on-site or remote crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and eviction prevention support during program surges.

Systems Coordination & Community Engagement

• Network Representation: Attend Coordinated Access Network (CAN) matching meetings and local task forces as delegated by the Director.
• Landlord & Partner Relations: Maintain and expand operational relationships with local landlords, property managers, housing authorities, and employment partners across Stamford and Norwalk.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree (MSW/MPA) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in housing advocacy, rapid rehousing, or domestic violence services, with at least 1–2 years of demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of HUD/DOH housing programs, Fair Housing laws, Rapid Rehousing standards, and the Connecticut Coordinated Access Network (CAN) framework.
• Skills: Proficient in data-driven management with deep familiarity in EmpowerDB, HMIS, or similar client databases. Excellent conflict resolution, crisis management, and cross-system collaboration skills.
• Philosophy: Deep alignment with trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and "Housing First" principles.

COMPENSATION

DVCC offers a supportive workplace culture. DVCC offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive workplace culture. The salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000 per year. Benefits include health, dental, vision, HRA, (DVCC pays $3,350 for individual/$6,700 for family), a 403(b)-retirement plan with 6% employer match, employer paid $10,000 life insurance, additional voluntary life insurance, long-term disability coverage, holidays and 15 days of paid time off. Professional development opportunities are also encouraged.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time position
• This is an in-person position
• Must maintain confidentiality and adhere to all DVCC and state/federal regulations.
• Ability to travel locally (20–30%) for regional meetings, landlord negotiations, and occasional home visits.
• Flexible schedule is required to accommodate occasional evening or weekend emergencies based on survivor and program needs.
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethical decision-making, and the mission and values of the agency

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DVCC is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. DVCC does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities

N/A

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend

X

Handling/Fingering

X

Reach Outward/Above

X

Taste and Smell

X

Less than 10 lbs.

10 lbs. to 50 lbs.

50 lbs. to 100 lbs.

More than 100 lbs.

Lifting

X

Visual Requirement

20/20 Correctable Vision

SIGNATURES

Prepared by: ___________________________________ Date: _______________________

Approval Signature: _______________________________ Date: ______________________

Employee Signature: ______________________________ Date: _______________________

DVCC has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions, competencies, and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and DVCC reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as DVCC may deem appropriate.