Senior Development Manager

Senior Development Manager In Asset Management

King County Housing Authority is excited to announce an opportunity for a skilled and mission-driven Senior Development Manager in Asset Management to join our Development team. In this leadership role, you'll guide the planning and execution of affordable housing projectsfrom early feasibility and financing strategies to construction oversight and successful completion. You'll work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-impact developments using Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, tax-exempt bonds, and other public and private funding sources. If you're passionate about expanding housing access and ready to lead a team making a difference in King County, we encourage you to apply.

King County Housing Authority (KCHA) is the largest provider of affordable housing in the Pacific Northwest and a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing. To learn more about KCHA and our Mission visit this link.

We transform lives through housing.

Please note this position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by November 10, 2025, at 4 : 30 p.m.

Essential Functions

• Leads a team to provide management of all of King County Housing Authority's real estate development projects that involve Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and other public funding.
• Performs up front feasibility analysis on potential acquisitions and development; prepares financing plan; develops and updates financial models; analyzes financial feasibility of tax credit financed real estate projects. Procures a development team including architects, contractors, and attorneys, and oversees their work throughout the development process. Reviews third party studies such as environmental assessments, market studies, appraisals, and architectural plans and specifications.
• Oversees the submission of funding applications for development projects, including applications for Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, ARCH, King County and Washington State financing. Coordinates the issuance and sale of tax-exempt bond financing and oversees the solicitation for, selection of and closing with the tax credit investor. Reviews all financial documents to ensure their consistency with King County Housing Authority's goals and policies. Maintains open and positive relationships with investors, funders and local governments.
• Assists in hiring and developing staff for assigned projects; assists in identifying long-term staffing and departmental activities; provides aid in budget preparation and cash flow projections.
• Schedules, facilitates, and prepares documents for a variety of meetings; provides or reviews written materials; maintains project record keeping.
• Collaborates with other departments of King County Housing Authority and oversees communication and educational efforts so staff across the agency are aware of development activities.

Qualifications and Competencies

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Position Information and Application Process

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Salary & Benefits : The starting salary range for this position is $121,471.33 - $153,053.36 annually dependent on qualifications and professional experience. The complete salary range for this position is $121,471.33 - $184,635.39 annually. Performance based merit increase opportunities and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) are reviewed on an annual basis. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits are also available. For more details regarding KCHA comprehensive benefits, please visit our benefits page.

Work Environment : After initial onboarding, this position will have the opportunity to work remotely up to 60% in accordance with the KCHA's flexible work arrangements; however, remote work conditions will be reviewed on a regular basis based on business and program need. Employees must reside in Washington State and have the ability to report to the Central Office in Tukwila. Some local and domestic travel may be required to support KCHA business needs.

Physical Requirements : Incumbent(s) must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity : King County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.