Housing Director

Position Overview

The Housing Director reports to the Executive Director and leads all housing-focused programs and initiatives for C.T.T. C.O.T.T.O.N. This person is responsible for ensuring safe, stable, and affirming housing solutions for Black and Black LGBTQ+ community members, while managing partnerships, compliance, advocacy, and staff oversight.

The Housing Director will be a strategic leader, balancing program management, systems building, community engagement, and accountability, ensuring that housing programs are responsive, equitable, and trauma-informed.

Key Responsibilities | Housing Director

Program Leadership & Operations

  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of housing programs that address immediate stabilization, long-term housing solutions, and client empowerment.

  • Ensure programs are trauma-informed, culturally competent, and affirming, specifically for Black and LGBTQ+ community members.

  • Monitor program metrics and client outcomes, using data to inform improvements and demonstrate impact to stakeholders.

  • Develop, maintain, and update program policies, operational workflows, and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.

Community & Partner Engagement

  • Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with housing providers, shelters, landlords, and community-based organizations to expand housing options.

  • Advocate for tenant rights, housing justice, and systemic solutions that address inequities affecting Black and LGBTQ+ communities.

  • Represent C.T.T. C.O.T.T.O.N. in coalitions, networks, and community forums, ensuring the organization’s mission and community voice are amplified.

Staff Supervision & Development

  • Recruit, supervise, and mentor housing program staff, interns, and volunteers to ensure effective program delivery.

  • Foster a values-driven, collaborative, and accountable work culture that prioritizes staff well-being and professional growth.

  • Provide ongoing training and guidance to staff to maintain high-quality, trauma-informed services.

Financial & Compliance Oversight

  • Develop, monitor, and manage housing program budgets, ensuring responsible allocation of resources.

  • Ensure compliance with all funding requirements, grants, contracts, and legal obligations.

  • Collaborate closely with the Executive Director and Finance team to align resources with program priorities and organizational goals.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: $75,000 annually

  • Pay Raises: Built-in, performance- and sustainability-based raises

  • On-Site structure

  • Opportunity to shape and grow a mission-driven organization

How to Apply

Please email info@ctton.org with the following:

  1. Cover Letter

  2. Resume

  3. Four (4) Professional References

Subject Line: Housing Director Application

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.