Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Enterprise Community Partners
Job overview
The Vice President, Land Use at Enterprise Community Partners leads the strategic vision and implementation of land use programs to increase housing supply and advance policy, impacting national affordable housing efforts.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves setting strategies, supervising program planning and implementation, leading collaboration across teams, managing budgets and grants, representing the organization externally, and ensuring achievement of land use program goals.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $180,000 to $230,000 with additional benefits including health, dental, vision plans, family-building benefits, flexible work arrangements, mental health support, 401(k) with matching, and learning and development opportunities.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred), minimum 10 years relevant experience with 5 years in planning or affordable housing policy, 5 years management experience, strong communication and collaboration skills, and commitment to equity and inclusiveness.
Career development
Offers learning and development opportunities including tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications, supporting professional growth.
Work environment and culture
Enterprise values diversity, equity, and inclusion, promotes collaboration, and supports work-life balance with flexible work arrangements in a mission-driven environment.
Company information
Enterprise Community Partners is a national nonprofit focused on affordable housing, investing $80.9 billion since 1982 to create 1 million homes across the US and territories.
Team overview
The Vice President will oversee senior directors and directors, collaborating with multiple teams and divisions to coordinate land use efforts and policy integration.
Job location and travel
Position is based in one of Enterprise's local offices with periodic travel expected to meet senior staff and partners.
Unique job features
This role is a key leadership position with significant external representation, strategic influence on national land use policy, and management of complex, diversified programs.
Company overview
Enterprise Community Partners is a national nonprofit organization focused on affordable housing and community development. They make money through a combination of grants, donations, and investments in affordable housing projects, leveraging public and private funds to create sustainable communities. Founded in 1982 by developer James Rouse, the organization has a significant history of advocating for housing policy reforms and providing financial and technical assistance to local housing developers. Their work includes financing, policy advocacy, and capacity building to ensure that everyone has access to affordable housing.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize leadership in land use strategy development, program scaling, and cross-divisional collaboration, showcasing your ability to drive complex national initiatives aligned with Enterprise Community Partners' mission.
Highlight experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, budget oversight, and grant management, along with a strong track record in affordable housing policy, planning principles, and community engagement.
Apply through multiple channels including Enterprise Community Partners' official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize application visibility and ensure your resume reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect with current VPs, Directors, or senior staff in the Solutions Division on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent land use policy changes or expressing admiration for Enterprise’s impact on affordable housing to start conversations.
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