Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis, is looking for outstanding candidates for their next Executive Director. If interested, please send resume to Ernest Barefield at Ernest@gansgans.com.

1. Executive Director
Annapolis, MD

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Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA)
Founded in 1937, the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA) strives to provide quality, affordable housing in safe, attractive
communities for eligible families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities based on need and income. HACA expects all residents to make
positive contributions to their communities and to work in partnership with HACA to improve the neighborhoods where they live. HACA provides
affordable housing in Annapolis for families who lack the means to purchase or rent housing at market prices. HACA's mission is to achieve
excellence in the housing industry by providing housing opportunities, self-sufficient opportunities, and customer satisfaction to enhance the
quality of life for very low, low, and moderate-income residents.
HACA has a total of eight (8) properties in its housing portfolio. Two (2) properties have been redeveloped as Mixed Finance properties, one (1)
property has been redeveloped as traditional public housing and the remaining five (5) properties are preparing for redevelopment. HACA is in
the process of repositioning and redeveloping all 5 of its older, conventional public housing properties to improve the long-term living conditions
of HACA’s residents, and converting the entire 8 property portfolio to RAD.
HACA’s redevelopment efforts are well underway, including:
Bloomsbury Square:
Bloomsbury Square is a traditional public housing development with 51 family units, built in 2002, under a unique partnership between the State
of Maryland and HACA, involving a land swap. Bloomsbury is located in historic, downtown Annapolis, adjacent to St. Mary’s College. It is
comprised of brick townhomes and a four-story apartment building that architecturally fits within the surrounding historic district.
Annapolis Gardens (former Bowman Court):
Annapolis Gardens was redeveloped in 2009 as a Mixed Finance property, comprised of 150 townhomes and duplexes, half of which are public
housing units.
Obery Court (former College Creek Terrace):
Obery Court was redeveloped in 3 phases, from 2010 – 2016, as a Mixed Finance development. Obery Court, a 172-unit community, was
redeveloped as part of a larger Clay Street Revitalization project.
Newtowne Twenty:
Newtowne 20 is currently preparing for redevelopment under a joint RAD/ Section 18 application /4% LIHTC structure. The 78 family units will
be rebuilt, with construction estimated to be completed in 2021.
Blum Senior Building
Blum, located along the Clay Street corridor, in close proximity to Obery Court, is planned to undergo substantial rehabilitation over the next few
years. Blum has 154 units for seniors and those with disabilities.
Eastport Terrace
Eastport Terrace was built in 1953 and is comprised of 84 family townhome units. Eastport Terrace is part of HACA’s second phase of RAD
portfolio conversion.
Harbour House
Harbour House was built in 1964, is adjacent to Eastport Terrace and both are managed by HACA as one development. Eastport
Terrace/Harbour House is located in the thriving Eastport neighborhood of Annapolis.
Robinwood
Built in 1970, Robinwood has 150 townhome units, with units from 3 to 5 bedrooms, and generous backyards for large families.
HACA is led and managed by the Executive Director, Executive Team, and Board of Commissioners working collaboratively to implement its
strategic vision, plan and specific goals. HACA works to provide information and industry-specific data to HACA stakeholders (including
Federal, State and local elected and appointed officials, residents, non-profits, housing advocates, and industry professionals), and encourage
constructive and dynamic dialogue with Board of Commissioners, Executive Director and Stakeholders.
HACA has a growing Resident Service focus, aimed at helping residents move toward self sufficiency through education, job training and youth
engagement.
In addition to its 935 units of public housing, HACA manages over 350 Housing Choice Vouchers, for properties located in the City of Annapolis
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Executive Director Focus
The Executive Director is directly responsible to the Board of Commissioners for the overall management and administration of planning,
organizing, directing, and evaluating the implementing of the operation of all existing Low-Income Public Housing Programs, Section 8 Programs,
and any new programs as authorized by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Board of
Commissioners of the Housing Authority. Work includes making decisions involving policy interpretation or exercising independent judgment
within the framework of established policy, procedures, and laws. Performance of the duties requires the application of executive skills,
considerable public relations skills, and the exercise of initiative, tact, and independent judgment. Supervision is exercised over all professional,
administrative, and technical staff. All activities must support Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis’ (“HACA” or “the Authority”) mission,
strategic goals, and objectives.
Core Areas of Responsibility
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may
be required and assigned, as needed.
• Executes all resolutions and orders of the Board of Commissioners and requirements of the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD), preparing and signing contracts, agreements, and other instruments, and organizing administrative and
technical staff to carry out programs.
• Supervises all phases of the Housing Authority’s operations, consulting employees in conference, reviewing records and reports, and
periodically inspecting the condition of Authority owned buildings and grounds.
• Authorizes expenditures, signs checks, maintains budget controls, and reviews financial and status reports.
• Participates in the handling of bids, supervising the advertising and evaluation of bids received and making recommendations to the Board
of Commissioners concerning the awarding of contracts.
• Responsible for maintaining all contracts, agreements, documents, and records for the Housing Authority, making certain that all phases of
operations are implemented on schedule.
• Provides broad guidance in all phases of project renovation and modernization work done by the Authority.
• Maintains close level of contact with all members of the Board of Commissioners, keeping them informed of current situations and
consulting with them as required on matters of policy and operations; arranges for meetings, plans agendas, provides data and study
materials.
• Attends board meetings as a professional member, advising and recommending on policies and matters such as fiscal affairs, construction
and modernization of developments, and maintenance of existing properties.
• Selects, trains, and supervises department head staff; coordinates the selection of other staff members.
• Stays abreast of public housing matters through careful study of HUD regulations, laws, ordinances, and publications related to public
housing.
• Researches new programs and sources of housing assistance funds; evaluates prospects and makes recommendations to the Board of
Commissioners.
• Consults Authority’s Legal Counsel on new resolutions of the Board, contracts, agreements, or other matters requiring legal interpretation or
advice.
• Reviews and tentatively approves annual budgets and budget revisions prepared by the Authority and submits to the Board of
Commissioners and HUD for approval.
• Maintains positive public relations’ profile by participating in various advisory committees and professional organizations; attends public
meetings as the Authority’s representative and prepares news releases as required.
• Consults with individuals, groups, or agencies to develop health, educational, welfare, and recreational programs for residents, and to
sponsor legislation beneficial to the Authority’s interests.
• Represents the Housing Authority in meetings with HUD representatives, federal, state, and local officials, consultants, residents, and the
general public.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of federal and other grant applications for funding; researches other sources of funding.
• As necessary, performs personnel administration duties for the Authority which include interviewing applicants, recommending applicants
for hire, completing performance evaluations, making recommendations for merit increases, counseling, handling disputes, and instigating
disciplinary actions.
• Prepares correspondence pertaining to the Board of Commissioners’ actions, broad policy matters, and complex or controversial matters.
• Maintains contact with various HUD officials at the Field and Regional offices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Industry Knowledge
• Broad and deep knowledge of the social, economic, health and support needs of public housing populations and communities.
• Experience in affordable housing development using tax credits, tax exempt bonds, private placement financing, etc.
• Knowledge of local housing markets, government and community participation.
• Knowledge of federal housing programs and guidelines for grant applications, as well as pertinent knowledge of federal, state and local laws,
codes and regulations.
• Widely recognized for industry expertise and leadership.
Demonstrated Success
• Demonstrated success as senior leader in an organization of comparable mission, size and complexity.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic plans.
• Demonstrated skill in leading diverse staffs, Boards, partners and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated skill in motivating and inspiring people at all levels.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale projects with multi-stakeholder inputs, including real-estate development experience.
• Strong public presence – articulate, optimistic and energetic.
Core Competencies and Definitions
Core Competency Definition
Managing Vision and
Purpose
Communicates a compelling and inspired vision or sense of core purpose; talks beyond today; talks about possibilities;
makes the vision sharable by everyone; inspires and motivates people and populations to act.
Courageous Leadership
Effectively communicates critical things that need to be said; provides current, direct, complete and actionable positive
and corrective feedback to others; faces up to people problems and situations quickly and directly; is not afraid to take
action when needed; is gracious when admitting fault and is generous with acknowledgement for the success of others.
Organizational Agility
Knowledgeable about how organizations work; knows how to get things done through both formal channels and informal
networks; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices and procedures; understands the culture of
organizations.
Drive for Results
Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; mission-driven, bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for
results.
Strategic Agility
Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is
future-oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create breakthrough
strategies and plans.
Dealing with Paradox
Can act in ways that seem contradictory; is very flexible and adaptable when facing tough calls; can combine seeming
opposites (like being compassionately tough), stand up for self without trampling others, set strong but flexible standards;
can act differently depending upon the situation; is seen as balanced, despite the conflicting demands of the situation.
Political Savvy
Can maneuver through complex political situations effectively and quietly; is sensitive to how people and organizations
function; anticipates where the controversies are and plans his/her approach accordingly; views corporate politics as a
necessary part of organizational life and works to adjust to that reality; is a maze-bright person.
Command Skills
Relishes leading; takes unpopular stands if necessary; encourages direct and tough debate but isn’t afraid to end it and
move on; is looked to for direction in a crisis; faces adversity head on; energized by tough challenges.
Innovation Management
Is good at bringing the creative ideas of others to market; has good judgment about what creative ideas and suggestions will
work; has a sense about managing the creative process of others; can facilitate effective brainstorming;can project how
potential ideas may play out in the market.

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Core Competency Definition
Motivating Others
Creates a climate in which people want to do their best; can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team members;
empowers others; invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility; makes everyone feel his/her work is
important; is someone people like working with and for.
Community Development
Develops strong external loyalty to the mission and values of the organization and brings strong community and civic leader
relationships to leverage good will and financial support organization.
Job Competencies
• Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a Public Housing Agency (PHA).
• Knowledge of the purposes, policies, and regulations of the Housing Authority as established by the Board of Commissioners or as set forth
by HUD regulations.
• Knowledge of the objectives, programs, budgetary needs, and organizational structure of the Housing Authority.
• Knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws governing public and other subsidized housing programs including health and fire
regulations, landlord/tenant relationships, leasing of property, and evictions.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing bonded indebtedness, handling of bids, and the preparation and execution of contracts
and agreements.
• Knowledge of community/social services available locally and through state and federal agencies and/or funding sources.
• Knowledge of report preparation techniques and procedures and a demonstrated ability to prepare and evaluate professional and technical
reports, grant applications, and other documents.
• Knowledge of the most effective means of handling and accounting for large sums of money.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment including copiers, personal computers, mainframe terminals, calculators, facsimile machines, etc.
• Knowledge of the principles of public housing management, maintenance, and modernization.
• Ability to understand, act on, and interpret policies, regulations, and procedures as set forth by the housing Authority and/or HUD.
• Ability to plan, organize, and develop a variety of operational and management programs and procedures.
• Ability to establish, monitor, and achieve objectives through skillful delegation of duties.
• Ability to orient other workers and to explain organizational policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to evaluate performance of subordinates accurately, correct deficiencies, and to guide, replace, and assign personnel.
• Ability to present ideas and information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors, consultants, contractors, residents, HUD, and
local, state, and federal officials; ability to communicate with people from a broad range of socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work in a variety of conditions, e.g., noise, high traffic areas, etc.
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, urban planning/management, business/public administration, or related field and at least six to eight (6-8)
years of experience being progressively responsible in public housing management, with at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Certification as a Public Housing Manager and/or master’s degree is preferred.
• Preference will be given to persons with local experience, demonstrated ties to the Annapolis affordable housing or public housing
communities.
Other Requirements
The ideal and appropriate candidate must be able to:
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Agency’s plan.
• Travel often (national, regional, and state conferences).
• Adapt to flexible hours.
• Live near or relocate to City of Annapolis, MD.
Reporting Relations
• Reports to the Board of Commissioners.
• The Executive Director manages 4 direct reports.

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How to Apply
If you are interested in this exceptional opportunity, please submit a detailed resume immediately to:
Ernest Barefield
Gans, Gans & Associates, 7445 Quail Meadow Road, Plant City, FL 33565
Phone: (813) 986-4441 ext. 7127Fax: (813) 986-4775
E-mail: ernest@gansgans.com
Should you have any questions in consideration of your own interest, or a referral of a colleague, please contact us at the number above.
Annapolis
This “Sailing Capital of the World” is truly the crown jewel of the Chesapeake Bay. Known for the
elite U.S. Naval Academy, the United States Sailboat Show, and its historic Maryland State House,
Annapolis is also home to charming, bricked streets lined with one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants.
The state's Capital is one of the most walkable cities in the country and consistently named one of
the top ten places in America to live.
Annapolis is situated on the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of the Severn River, 25 miles south of
Baltimore and about 30 miles east of Washington, D.C., Annapolis is part of the Baltimore–
Washington metropolitan area. The City covers an area of approximately eight square miles (including
waterways). Population in 1950 was 10,047, but growth as well as annexation caused that figure to double by 1960 and more than triple by
1980. According to the 2014 Census estimate, the population is approximately 38,856, exclusive of the Naval Academy population of
approximately 5,500. The Naval Academy constitutes a Federal enclave within the City but is not within the corporate limits of Annapolis.
Arts and Culture
Annapolis has a thriving community theater scene which includes two venues in the historic district.
On East Street, Colonial Players produces approximately six shows a year in its 180-seat theater. A Christmas Carol has been a seasonal
tradition in Annapolis since it opened at the Colonial Players theater in 1981. Based on the play by Charles Dickens, the 90-minute production
by the Colonial Players is an original musical adaptation, with play and lyrics by Richard Wade and music by Dick Gessner. Colonial Players,
Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1949. Its first production, The Male Animal, was performed in 1949 at the Annapolis Recreation
Center on Compromise Street. In 1955, the organization moved to its venue in a former automotive repair shop on East Street.
During the warmer months, Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre presents three shows on its outdoor stage, which is visible from the City Dock.
A nonprofit organization, Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre has been providing "theatre under the stars" since 1966, when it performed You
Can't Take It with You and Brigadoon at Carvel Hall Hotel. It began leasing its site at 143 Compromise Street, the former location of the Shaw
Blacksmith Shop, in 1967, and became owner of the property in 1990.
The Naval Academy Masqueraders, a theater group at the United State Naval Academy, produces one "main-stage show" each fall and
student-directed one-act plays in the spring. Founded in 1847, the Masqueraders is the oldest extracurricular activity at the Naval Academy. Its
shows, performed in Mahan Hall, are selected to support the Academy's English curriculum.
The King William Players, a student theater group at St. John's College, holds two performances each semester in the college's Francis Scott
Key Auditorium. Admission is usually free and open to the public.
First Sunday Arts Festival
The First Sunday Arts Festival has become a much-anticipated seasonal tradition in Annapolis. Started in 2002, the charming street festival held
in Annapolis' Arts District is an event where the community and arts “fuse.” Held on the first Sunday of each month from May to November, this
festival is a free entertainment showcase slash arts and crafts show featuring some hundred artists selling creative, unique wares. You’ll find
plenty of entertainment, with live music, dance, theater, and street performers.

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Paint Annapolis
Annapolis is a picturesque town that inspires artists to capture its beauty. And one week each year,
Annapolis encourages artists from across the country to do just that. Paint Annapolis is a five-day juried
plein air painting competition during late spring in which artists from across the country descend on
Annapolis, set up their easels outdoors, and allow passersby to look over their shoulders while they
work. The competition component occurs at the end of the festival.
Museums, Historical Sites, and Monuments
The Banneker-Douglass Museum, located in the historic Mount Moriah Church at 87 Franklin Street,
documents the history of African Americans in Maryland. Since its opening on February 24, 1984, the
museum has provided educational programs, rotating exhibits, and a research facility. Admission is free.
Preble Hall, named for Edward Preble, houses the U.S. Naval Academy Museum, founded in 1845. Its Beverley R. Robinson Collection contains
6,000 prints depicting European and American naval history from 1514 through World War II. It is also home to one of the world's best ship
model collections, donated by Henry Huttleston Rogers. Rogers's donation was the impetus for the construction of Preble Hall. The museum has
approximately 100,000 visitors each year.
The Hammond-Harwood House, located at 19 Maryland Avenue, was built in 1774 for Matthias Hammond, a wealthy Maryland farmer. Its
design was adapted by William Buckland from Andrea Palladio's Villa Pisani to accommodate American Colonial regional preferences. Since
1940, when the house was purchased from St. John's College by the Hammond-Harwood House Association, it has served as a museum
exhibiting a collection of John Shaw furniture and Charles Willson Peale paintings. Its exterior and interior preserve the original architecture of a
mansion from the late Colonial period.
The Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley memorial, located at the head of the city's harbor, commemorates the arrival point of Alex Haley's African ancestor,
Kunta Kinte, whose story is related in Haley's book Roots. A sculpture group at the memorial site portrays Alex Haley seated, reading from a
book to three children. The final phase of the memorial's construction was completed in 2002.
The Paca House and Garden encompasses an 18th-century Georgian mansion constructed by William
Paca, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The property includes a terraced garden that has
been restored to its colonial-era design.
Located just before the Naval Academy Bridge is the World War II Memorial, which was constructed in
1998 to symbolize the sacrifice made by the 275,000 citizens from Maryland who joined the service to fight in the war. The memorial is
composed of 48 granite columns to represent the 48 states at the time of the war surrounding an amphitheater in which are the names of 6,454
men who gave their lives in the war. Directly behind the memorial are both the Maryland, and United States flags, and a star shaped column
with a seven-sided base to represent Maryland being the seventh state in the Union.
Parks and recreation
Annapolis area residents can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and the grace of nature at its many community parks and trails. With more than
40 parks and on more than 200 acres of park land, Annapolis is dedicated to the leisure interests of its residents. The parks and trails have a
positive influence of the quality of life in Annapolis.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for all children. AACPS is the fifth
largest in Maryland and among the 45 largest in the United States. More than 83,000 AACPS students in prekindergarten through twelfth grade
are educated in 77 elementary schools, 19 middle schools, 12 high schools, six evening high school campuses, three special education centers,
two centers for applied technology, two alternative education academies, three early education centers, two public charter schools, and two
public contract schools.
• 18 National Blue Ribbons and 21 Maryland Blue Ribbons
• Nationally-recognized Outdoor Education Program
• Award-winning Centers of Applied Technology
• 128 schools serving approximately 83,000 students
• 1 instructional devise (i.e., desktop, laptop, Chromebook, tablet, etc.) for every 1.1 students
• All classrooms have Internet access
• Active partnerships with Anne Arundel Community College, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Maryland among others