Director, Housing Services

Position Overview

The Director, Housing Services provides enterprise-level leadership for Lifelong’s housing portfolio, advancing equitable access to stable housing for clients and communities disproportionately impacted by health and housing inequities. This role sets the strategic direction, supports multi-site operations, stewards major partnerships and funding streams, and ensures high-quality, client-centered services that align with Lifelong’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Leading business development, identifying new funding opportunities, pursuing grants & contracts, and negotiating major agreements with public and private partners
• Serving as a key advisor to executive leadership, integrating housing strategy with Lifelong’s broader service lines and driving measurable outcomes, financial sustainability, and system-level impact
• Supervising the Associate Director, Housing Case Management

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., social work, public health, urban planning)
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in housing services, preferably in a non-profit setting
• Experience managing multi-site operations and overseeing complex programs
• Strong understanding of housing policy and its intersection with health equity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing environments

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful program management and implementation
• Experience working with government agencies and foundations to secure funding
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop and implement strategies to improve client outcomes

Skills

• Strategic thinking and vision
• Collaborative leadership
• Effective communication and relationship-building
• Project management and organizational skills
• Understanding of housing and health equity issues

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health insurance coverage
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Regular, full-time, exempt, non-union position that may include evenings & weekends