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Senior Vice President, Real Estate Development Are you interested in work that makes a difference in the lives of others? At Way Finders, we light pathways and open doors to homes and communities where people thrive. Way Finders is the largest affordable housing organization in western Massachusetts. Since 1983, our Real Estate Division has transformed neighborhoods through the design and planning of new housing and the acquisition and renovation of existing properties. The most recent additions to our portfolio of affordable housing for low-income families include Live 155 and The Lumber Yard in Northampton and Library Commons in Holyoke. Way Finders currently has an exciting leadership opportunity in our Real Estate Development (RED) department. We are looking for a Senior Vice President, Real Estate Development. The SVP RED will lead a dedicated team that oversees all aspects of real estate development, including affordable rental, homeownership, and mixed-use development, and advances projects to meet the organization\'s mission while respecting financial goals. Supported by a team of project managers, the SVP will lead the identification and pursuit of new development opportunities and manage the current development pipeline through site identification, acquisition, due diligence, financing, closing, construction, and transfer to property management operations. The SVP will also serve as a key member of the organization\'s executive leadership team, working closely with other senior leaders to shape and advance the organization\'s vision and strategy. Wage between \$105,000 - \$120,000 per year depending on qualifications, with future opportunity for incentive pay. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Hiring Requirements/Preferences 7 years\' equivalent experience in real estate development, or a related field, with 5 years as a field specialist; a combination of experience plus a Bachelor\'s degree may be a substitute Skilled in transaction structuring of affordable housing finance, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credit, Federal Historic Tax Credit, Federal HOME Partnership Program, and Federal Community Development Block Grant Program Experience and knowledge in a wide variety of related housing areas, including community development and revitalization Understanding of regulatory issues and permitting processes Ability to prioritize and see a project through to completion including the full range of public and private financing Strong budget development and financial management skills using public and private financing Experience in a team leadership role Creative problem-solving skills, including critical decision-making and the ability to manage complex tasks without direct supervision Established relationships with funders, developers, architects, lawyers, contractors, and others associated with affordable housing development in Massachusetts preferred Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects/tasks Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (including Project, Excel, time/task management applications), and comfort learning new technologies Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and external vendors, contractors, funding sources and the community Valid driver\'s license with good driving record, and a reliable vehicle