Executive Director
Company: Massachusetts Nonprofit Network
Location: Somerville
Posted on: August 2, 2022
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Job Description:
Somerville Community Land Trust (SCLT), a recently-formed
affordable housing non-profit organization, is hiring its first
Executive Director (ED). This person will provide direction and
leadership for SCLTss mission and vision, represent the
organization and its work, and manage SCLTs day to day operations.
The ED will be responsible for engaging consultants, strategic
partners, community leaders, and the public toward achieving SCLTs
mission and strategic goals.SCLT is an early-stage organization,
and the founding Executive Director will need to be extensively
driven, self-motivated, and experienced in order to successfully
tackle a wide variety of tasks. The ED will work closely with the
SCLT Board and with governmental partners at the City of
Somerville, and will oversee a motivated group of regular SCLT
volunteers. The SCLTs first Executive Director will ultimately play
a large role in charting a successful course for the
organization.Read on for more details about the role and the
qualifications. To apply, use this Google form (also linked at the
bottom of this document).ResponsibilitiesThe Executive Directors
responsibilities will include:Management/Executive: Lead the
start-up establishment and implementation of the SCLT, including
building organizational infrastructure, developing and overseeing
relationships with developers, partners, consultants and other
stakeholders, and working cooperatively with the Board and
volunteers. Build a diverse team to execute SCLTs growth plan. Hire
and develop qualified staff and coordinate job benefits and
policies. Model and set the organizations culture, values and
behaviors. Establish and manage day-to-day operations, including
office policies, financial protocols, etc.Fundraising Work with
Board to develop and implement fundraising strategy to ensure
adequate budget and long-term sustainabilityCommunity Organizing
Work with community partners and government agencies to identify
potential sites for development/redevelopment of housing and other
community uses. Develop and strengthen relationships with community
stakeholders, and engage the community to foster continued
neighborhood planning and revitalization Coordinate CLT advocacy
and organizing activities in support of anti-displacement and
affordable housing initiatives at the local and state level
Coordinate annual CLT Member MeetingReal Estate Development Lead
the execution of SCLTs strategic business plan, with a focus on
acquiring and/or developing CLT units. Work with Board and
consultants to explore affordable housing projects, negotiate
acquisition of properties, and manage development process Develop
and sustain relationships with lenders, investors, funders, and
government officialsStewardship Oversee post-purchase stewardship
support for future CLT homeowners, including technical assistance
around refinancing and home repairs. Oversee compliance of all
properties in CLT stewardship portfolio. Public Education &
Relationships Provide technical assistance and information
regarding the community land trust model to homeowners, developers,
lenders, realtors, attorneys and the general public. Maintenance
and updating of social media platforms that represent SCLT
(Facebook, Twitter, website)Record-keeping Work with SCLTs
accounting team and Treasurer to prepare materials for annual audit
and tax reports to ensure compliance with all governmental
regulations and private grantor requirements.CompensationTotal
compensation for this position, including salary and benefits, is
$95,000/year.Qualifications and skillsWe encourage candidates with
extensive experience in community organizing, nonprofit leadership,
fundraising or real estate development to apply. You can
demonstrate this in your application based on professional
experience or lived experience.These qualifications are necessary:
Personal commitment to Somerville CLTs mission and values,
including the power of resident voice and control, and development
without displacement Demonstrated experience and success in at
least one of the following areas: affordable housing development,
real estate asset management, community land trusts, or community
organizing Demonstrated experience supervising and directing the
work of others Excellent written and verbal communication skills
and ability to relate to residents and external partners and
stakeholders Ability to be flexible, adaptable, collaborative and
retain a sense of humor in the face of challenges Detail-oriented
with strong organizational, planning and problem-solving skills
Massachusetts residencyThese qualifications are preferred but not
required:SCLT hopes to find a candidate who also has the following
skills/experience, but they arent strict requirements. We urge you
to apply even if you dont satisfy every last one of these
qualifications. Understanding of community land trust model and the
Somerville community Project management experience Experience
coordinating consultants Experience working in multicultural
communities Experience working with city and state government
agencies Ability to build strong partnerships with diverse groups
of constituents One or more of the following: Spanish, Portuguese,
or Haitian Creole language skills Somerville residencyAbout the
employerSomerville Community Land Trust (SCLT) is a non-profit
organization established to promote neighborhood stability and
prevent displacement of low- and moderate-income families through
the preservation and creation of permanently affordable housing.
Incorporated in 2019 in response to the ongoing affordable housing
crisis facing Somerville, SCLT has recently completed a strategic
business planning process to guide its work over the next three
years and ensure that the organization has the capacity and
resources necessary to sustain its vital work into the future.
SCLTs mission is to not only build affordable housing, but to build
community and be a partner in the larger movement for community
control over development in Somerville. In addition to undertaking
real estate projects that create and preserve permanently
affordable housing, SCLT will continue to place a high priority on
engaging the community and bringing residents and partners together
to carry out the mission of the organization. SCLT will only be
successful if residents directly impacted by and most at risk of
displacement and gentrification are actively involved in the
organization's leadership.SCLT is an equal opportunity employer. We
value diversity and strongly encourage applications from
individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified
applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment
based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be
discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic
information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic
origin.How to applyUse this Google Form to submit your application
for Executive Director. Thank you and good luck!Optional info
sessionIf youre reading this job posting before December 21, please
feel free to join us for an info session on December 21 from
7:30-8:30 on Zoom (click here for a calendar invite) where SCLT
Board members and volunteers will walk through the job description
and answer any questions.If youre reading this job posting after
December 21, dont worry: we recorded the info session! You can find
the video here.
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