Deputy Director of Housing - Neighborhood Preservation

Job Posting End Date:

November 26, 2026

Department:

HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION

Compensation Grade:

A22

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $105,976.00 - $164,257.60
Starting salary – Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

Yes

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking an experienced Deputy Director of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation to provide leadership and oversight for federal contracts, compliance programs, and customer service operations within the department. This senior-level position will oversee the operations of the Rental Housing, Housing Development, and Compliance units while ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local housing regulations.

As a City Manager appointee, this position serves at the pleasure of the City Manager and is not part of the merit service as defined in City Code, Section 2-75.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Director in overseeing department operations, service agreements, and compliance with housing policies. 
• Ensure strict adherence to federal housing programs (CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG, ARPA, HCV, CoC). 
• Oversee the Rental Housing Division, Housing Development Division, and Contract/Compliance Management.
• Develop and implement quality control measures, monitor program performance, and conduct audits. 
• Assist in policy development to align with federal regulations and best practices.
• Engage with stakeholders, community organizations, and government agencies to advance housing initiatives.
• Represent the department in emergency operations planning and response.
• Enforce standards for customer service delivery and manage customer satisfaction.
• Act as the Director in their absence, making critical decisions on departmental operations.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience ensuring compliance with federal, state, or local housing program regulations in a high-level level management position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience ensuring compliance with federal, state, or local housing program regulations.
• Master’s degree in government operations, public administration, business management, or urban planning.
• At least 10 years of high-level management experience OR equivalent education and 12 years of experience, including 5 years at the program administrator level.
• Experience with HUD-funded development regulations and affordable housing programs.
• Experience overseeing federal housing programs, including CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG, HCV, Continuum of Care, American Rescue Plan Act.
• Experience with compliance program requirements such as Consolidated Strategic Plans, Annual Action Plans, SEMAP, or ADA accessibility guidelines.
• Experience managing or overseeing multiple divisions or units within a housing or government department.
• Experience developing or updating departmental policies and procedures.
• Experience preparing and submitting reports to regulatory agencies or funding sources.
• Experience representing a department/organization before City Council.
• Organizational Budget Management experience.
• Strong leadership, policy development, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why Join Us?

• Lead impactful housing initiatives that improve community well-being.
• Work with a dedicated team committed to public service and housing preservation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape policies and drive long-term housing solutions in Virginia Beach.

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in public administration, government operations, business management, government compliance, urban planning/studies or a related program and six (6) years of high-level management experience OR a combination of education (above high school) and experience equivalent to twelve (12) years in fields associated with such positions as program administrator or deputy director with at least five (5) years at the program management or administrator level. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Skills:

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.