Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $80.9 billion and created 1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands – all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging.
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Working at Enterprise
At Enterprise, you’ll be part of a diverse, committed team making a difference every day. You will collaborate with some of the smartest minds and biggest hearts in our field. You’ll be empowered to drive systems change and take bold steps to advance racial equity. And you will find a career home where you’re valued and supported in your growth journey.
Enterprise offers career opportunities in our offices across the country with an exceptional benefits package.
Job Description Summary
The Director of State & Local Policy will lead the development and implementation of Enterprise’s Land Use, Zoning and Supply policy agenda with a primary focus on state and local policy. This position will reside within the Public Policy team and report directly to the National Senior Director, State and Local Policy. The position will also closely collaborate with other Enterprise divisions on a regular basis to ensure alignment and impact on supply strategies across the nation. The position will be based in the Washington, DC office.
Enterprise’s Public Policy team works on a bipartisan basis to safeguard, expand, analyze, and improve programs that support housing affordability and strong neighborhoods. We do this through federal, state, and local advocacy work with lawmakers and government agencies, serving as trusted resources to partners, and conducting research to help define and support these goals. Currently composed of 14 full-time staff members on the federal team and 14 state and local policy staff, this position will join a growing team of advocates dedicated to Enterprise’s strategic plan pillars of increasingly supply, advancing racial equity, and promoting resilience and economic mobility.
For decades communities have struggled to increase housing supply to keep up with demand leading to a nationwide shortage of housing. While unlocking housing supply is a priority for communities across the country, current land use regulations and zoning restrictions limit what can be built and rising land and construction costs put affordable housing out of reach for many families. Enterprise seeks a Director with direct experience engaging state and local elected officials, practitioners and stakeholders to drive policies focused on affordable housing, supply strategies, land use and zoning.
This position may be based in any of the following locations: Any of our market offices
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Design, launch, lead and convene Enterprise’s land use forum/s of elected and government officials in select geographies on the advancement of policies to unlock housing supply. Develop participation criteria, recruit jurisdictions and form a community of practice
- Organize virtual and in-person events including agenda, travel and all logistics associated with such events
- Moderate discussions with state and local elected and government officials.
- Provide “light-touch” technical assistance in the form of policy, strategy, and research support to advance land use and zoning actions in states, cities and/or counties across the country.
- Research policies, programs, incentives and regulations that promote and support affordable housing as part of a larger community development agenda.
- Identify and disseminate best practices in the form of blogs, white papers, and other briefs. Encourage best practices and advance legislation on policies to increase the supply of and access to affordable housing.
- Support the National Senior Director in additional state and local policy coordination.
- Coordinate closely with Enterprise’s federal policy, state & local policy, and policy development & research teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Travel to out-of-town convenings and team meetings, as required.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in public policy, economics, urban planning, real estate or related field required.
- Masters degree highly preferred.
- 10+ years of relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in affordable housing policy/advocacy at the state or local level required.
- Direct tangible experience working on state or local land use and zoning policy required.
- Direct experience working with elected officials, government officials such as housing directors or city planners, other practitioners and stakeholders required.
- Demonstrated understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing state and local governments on housing supply, land use and zoning, and other housing related trends (faith-based development, fair housing, etc) required.
- Strong leadership, diplomacy, and communication skills with the ability to clearly and concisely express thoughts and ideas verbally and in writing. Ability to analyze, synthesize, and translate complex information to influence the process and explain results to parties inside and outside the organization
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple, complex activities and responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to work independently, managing multiple tasks simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment, often under stringent deadlines • Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, and experience preparing presentations for a variety of audiences
- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify needs and solve problems.
- Experience developing and/or implementing strategies focused on equity, resilience and mobility.
- Passionate about finding new solutions to the affordable housing crisis. • Strong commitment to Enterprise’s mission: www.enterprisecommunity.org
- Experience evaluating and designing land use policies that integrate equity, resilience, and development strategies.
- Demonstrated experience working with partners in a planning capacity and with partners on housing and community development efforts.
- Knowledge of the ways in which land use and zoning have contributed to displacement and other inequitable practices.
Total Rewards at Enterprise:
You will be working with a group of talented professionals who are motivated by serving the community and addressing the need for affordable housing.
Enterprise offers a comprehensive total rewards package for you and your family.
The base salary for this role is $145,000 to $153,000, depending on level of skills and experience.
The salary range for this position is represented by the low and high end of the range for the amount to be paid for the position. Salaries paid at Enterprise will vary based on factors that may include skills, education, location, experience, and performance. The salary range is just a part of the total rewards package provided to employees at Enterprise, and other rewards may include annual performance bonuses and generous paid leave programs.
At Enterprise, our benefits form a major component of our total rewards package. Benefits include dental, health, and vision care plans, as well as family-building benefits, such as adoption and surrogacy support. Enterprise allows flexible work arrangements to promote a better work-life balance. We offer health advocacy, EAP, and mental health benefits. We round out our total rewards package by offering financial education, wellness programs, and auto-enrollment in the company's 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. Finally, you will have learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications. Thank you for your interest in joining the Enterprise team in our effort and commitment to serve others.
PLEASE NOTE: We are not able to provide sponsorship or relocation for this position.
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