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  • Executive Director and CEO

    Colorado Housing and Finance Authority
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    about colorado housing and finance authority

    Do you dream about creating an impact and making Colorado a better place to live and work?

    CHFA invests in affordable homeownership, the development and preservation of affordable rental housing, helps small- and medium-sized businesses access capital, and supports local communities and mission-aligned nonprofits through technical assistance and philanthropic investment. For 50 years, CHFA has invested more than $35 billion statewide. These resources have helped:
    • 153,043 Colorado homebuyers achieve homeownership;
    • 197,896 households attend homebuyer education classes;.
    • 82,597 affordable rental housing units be developed or preserved; and
    • 8,945 businesses access capital to support 88,340 jobs.[1]
    CHFA is a mission-based organization, who is independent of the state, and  guided by its vision that everyone in Colorado will have the opportunity for housing stability and economic prosperity.

    When joining CHFA, you can expect to work for an organization with:  
    In addition to an outstanding culture, CHFA has a strong balance sheet with a proven track record in demonstrating a high impact for affordable housing and economic development in Colorado. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader with a proven track record of excellence to lead a highly regarded organization – locally and nationally. 
     
    What you will contribute as an Executive Director and CEO:
     
    The Executive Director and CEO will lead this multifaceted, public-purpose enterprise that finances affordable housing, business, and economic growth opportunities throughout Colorado. This position is responsible for the overall operation and management of CHFA’s affairs.  It includes consultation with the Board of Directors and maintaining and developing relationships with myriad business partners at all levels of government, the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, as well as overseeing the organization’s long-term sustainability.  The position is appointed by and reports to the Board of Directors, which is CHFA’s governing body and vested with CHFA’s statutory authority. The ideal candidate will have:
    • a strong commitment to making a positive difference in communities across the state;
    • an enthusiasm to lead and inspire a high-performing team to accomplish goals set, work to continuously improve processes, and deliver excellent service in a hybrid working environment;
    • a sense of pride in creating high-quality work with a sense of integrity;
    • provide sufficient oversight and understanding to ensure CHFA maintains strong and sustainable fiscal management;
    • provide effective leadership, direction, and support to staff to ensure organization and individual strategic and tactical objectives are met in a changing environment;
    • ensure a high level of accountability while responding timely and effectively to ensure programs and products are effectively serving Colorado and
    • an eagerness to advance the organization’s mission, ensuring CHFA is leveraging all resources to serve its mission effectively.
    benefits information

    CHFA employees enjoy a suite of competitive benefits, including:
    • hybrid work – CHFA understands the value of human relationships and operates as a face-to-face culture while also offering the benefit of remote work and a flexible schedule;
    • ongoing wellness and learning opportunities;
    • a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging;
    • comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with very low rates;
    • generous paid time off, including paid volunteer time, holidays, and other leave programs;  
    • up to a 5% match, vested immediately, on 401(k) contributions;
    • up to 12 weeks of Paid Family and Medical Leave at 90%  pay;
    • an extensive Employee Assistance Program that provides personalized care options for your whole household; and
    • ample opportunity to learn, develop, and grow with opportunity for career and leadership development programs, job shadowing, a mentor program, and tuition reimbursement.
    For a more in-depth view of CHFA’s comprehensive benefits package, please visit www.chfainfo.com/compensation.

    Please visit www.chfainfo.com/careers to learn more about the position and to submit an application.
    With respect to its programs, services, activities, and employment practices, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 years and over, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Requests for reasonable accommodation, the provision of auxiliary aids, or any complaints alleging violation of this nondiscrimination policy should be directed to the Nondiscrimination Coordinator, 1.800.877.2432, TDD/TTY 800.659.2656, CHFA, 1981 Blake Street, Denver, Colorado 80202-1272, available weekdays 8:00am to 5:00pm.
     
    [1] Data as of December 31, 2023
     
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