Compass Housing Alliance is the housing, essential services, and emergency shelter division of Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW). Compass is guided by the belief that “Everyone Deserves a Home”. We envision a world in which every person lives in a safe, caring community. In this role, you will be employed by Lutheran Community Services Northwest, but work in the Compass division, supporting a 105-year legacy of housing, shelter, and caring in the Puget Sound region.
To learn more about the agency, visit www.compasshousingalliance.org
WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU:
As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees, because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind.
A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays to use your way
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. The Director of Housing Development leads the agency’s real estate development program, guiding projects from initial strategy through financing, construction, and stabilization. In partnership with the divisional president, this role would oversee the multi-year development pipeline, manage complex affordable housing financing and ensure all projects advance Compass’s mission to provide safe, dignified housing options. By advancing a steady pipeline of projects, this position enables the Compass Housing division and LCSNW to deliver housing across multiple states that supports community stability and long-term well-being.
In partnership with the Compass president, this role will lead the strategy and implementation of a pipeline of affordable housing development and preservation projects from site identification through construction and project completion
Identify and evaluate asset-based acquisition opportunities, including land and existing properties, and conduct feasibility, market, and financial analyses
Structure and secure project financing, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and other public and private funding sources
Direct entitlement and permitting processes, working with public agencies to obtain approvals and navigate regulatory requirements
Oversee all phases of development, including consultant selection, design coordination, construction oversight, and project closeout
Negotiate and manage contracts with lenders, investors, consultants, and development partners
Supervise and support staff while representing the division with community stakeholders, funders, and partners
HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT:
Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance, urban planning, or related field; substantial relevant experience will be considered in place of degree
8 years of progressively responsible experience in affordable housing development or closely related housing/real estate work, including managing projects from acquisition through construction
Demonstrated expertise in 9% and 4% bond LIHTC structuring and layered affordable housing financing, including federal and Washington State funding sources and programs such as WSHFC…