Community Development Director

Company: Piedmont Triad Regional Council
Location: Kernersville
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

CATEGORY: Community Development EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) seeks an energetic leader with experience in housing and community development to fill the position of Community Development Director. This position directs a diverse department offering services in section 8 rental assistance, HOME investment partnership program, home rehabilitation, weatherization, and CDBG project management. Job posting will remain open until filled. PM21 POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of housing and community development funding programs, including HOME, CDBG and the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, along with their relationship to regional needs and local land use and zoning policy. A candidate will possess experience managing a variety of housing finance programs and attendant compliance and reporting requirements, not limited to Section 3, Davis-Bacon, and NEPA Equally important is the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and state, local and federal officials. The Housing Services Director is appointed by the Executive Director. Performance is evaluated through establishing and administering low income housing programs, reporting and record keeping, and successful project management. Expected qualifications include a bachelor's degree in community development, public administration, planning, or a closely related field. Formal education should be supplemented with five years progressive experience including administering Section 8 housing programs, or Community Development and supervisory experience. Competency with the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) is expected. Special requirements include a valid North Carolina Driver's License, and the successful candidate must pass the pre-employment drug screen and background screening process. Travel throughout 12-county region is required. Other travel may be required on occasion. PTRC offers a market competitive salary dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience. Annual bonus program, 5% 401-K match, participation in LGERS (Local Government Employees Retirement System), Public Service Loan Forgiveness, paid gym membership, and comprehensive platinum level health coverage with $500 deductible are standard components of the benefit package. For Additional information please click here www.ptrc.org/cd-director ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: At the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), we work to implement creative regional solutions to improve the lives of the community. When you visit our vibrant office conveniently located in Kernersville, the center of the Triad, you find our passionate staff members working diligently to fulfill our mission. Our office is on the southside of the Interstate 40 at the NC Highway 66 interchange. It is a 20-minute drive to downtown Greensboro, Winston Salem, or High Point. Our location is equipped with an electric charging station. Our organization has seven core departments; Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice, Economic Development, Community Development Services, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. Our staff in each department specializes in serving its niche of the Triad community. PTRC employees are constantly looking for ways to innovate and expand our programs. We look for ways to enrich our lives in and outside of the workplace. If you are passionate about serving the public and desire to grow and expand your skillset, the PTRC could be an excellent fit for you! The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC. (https://www.ptrc.org/about/working-for-the-ptrc) SALARY RANGE: Salary $98,669.35 Organization provides excellent benefits including NC Local Governmental Employees & Retirement System (NCLGERS) and participates in PSLFP. EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time LOCATION: NC, Kernersville OPEN DATE: 3/6/2026 Document Upload: None Specified PI670c9ea3c91d-29400-39916227

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