Executive Director Search

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1 Executive Director Search

2 About Atlanta Land Trust Under the leadership of The Atlanta BeltLine Partnership, the Atlanta Housing Association of Neighborhood-based Developers (AHAND) and the Annie E. Casey Foundation Atlanta Civic Site, a group of more than 30 public, private, nonprofit and community organizations created the Atlanta Land Trust (ALT) to maintain affordability in neighborhoods at risk of gentrification and displacement due to the Atlanta BeltLine and throughout the City of Atlanta. The ALT is spearheading the creation of a city-wide Community Land Trust (CLT) to: Provide access to land and housing to low- and moderate-income residents; Increase long-term community control of neighborhood resources; Empower residents through involvement and participation in the organization; and Preserve the affordability of housing permanently. The CLT model helps low- and moderate-income families benefit from the equity built through homeownership, and at the same time preserves the affordability of these homes so that future residents will have the same affordable homeownership opportunities. More than 200 communities across the U.S. currently operate or are forming CLTs. The National Community Land Trust Network s website ( is an excellent resource for learning more about CLTs and how they work. Atlanta is growing fast. In the City of Atlanta, resident population will grow from 420,000 in 2015 to 620,000 by The population of the 20- county metro Atlanta region is expected to reach 8 million by The ALT will focus on three programmatic goals during the next three years: Build a sizable portfolio of permanently affordable housing over the next three years; Provide effective stewardship services for the resale-restricted, owner-occupied homes to be developed by ALT and others; and Create a favorable climate for CLT development by promoting public policy, community engagement and fund-raising There are three unique aspects of the Atlanta Land Trust that position it to serve as a national model for creating permanently affordable housing: It implements an affordable housing solution on the front end of a large-scale urban redevelopment project like the Atlanta BeltLine. The cross-section of public, private, non-profit and community partners engaged in its formation is unprecedented. It creates an innovative model for CLTs that balances the principle of community empowerment and the need for economies of scale and efficiency.

3 The Path to Community

4 Representatives from Strategic partners serve on the ALT Board of Directors: Atlanta BeltLine Partnership Invest Atlanta Enterprise Community Partners City of Atlanta s Office of the Mayor Fulton County/City of Atlanta Land Bank Authority Atlanta Housing Authority Habitat for Humanity International Georgia State University College of Law TriBridge Residential 4 more board seats to be filled with public, private, non-profit, and neighborhood representatives More than 30 organizations participated in forming the Atlanta Land Trust: Community Concerned Black Clergy Georgia Stand-Up Neighborhood Planning Unit T Neighborhood Planning Unit V Pittsburgh Community Improvement Association Southern Ministry Network Sustainable Neighborhood Development Strategies, Inc. Private Davidson Consulting Greenberg Traurig Home Depot The Integral Group Marthasville Development Public Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. Atlanta Development Authority Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank City of Atlanta Bureau of Housing Fulton County/City of Atlanta Land Bank Authority Georgia Department of Community Affairs University Emory University Goizueta Business School Emory University Office of University Community Partnerships Emory University School of Law Morehouse College Non-profit and CLT Affordable Atlanta Athens Land Trust Atlanta Housing Association for Neighborhood-based Developers BeltLine Partnership Burlington Associates Annie E. Casey Foundation Enterprise Community Partners Georgia Community Loan Fund Habitat for Humanity International National CLT Network Nonprofit Performance Management Institute Regional Commission on Homelessness ULI Terwilliger Center for Workforce Housing United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta

5 Position Summary & Responsibilities As it enters the rapid growth phase in its evolution, the Atlanta Land Trust (ALT) is seeking an Executive Director and chief spokesperson to be the face and voice of the organization. The Executive Director reports to and is accountable to the Atlanta Land Trust (ALT) board of directors and is responsible for promoting the organization, managing its core functions, and ensuring the consistent achievement of ALT s mission, strategic initiatives, and financial wellbeing. This individual will create the vision and be a steward for establishing permanent affordable housing in the 22 miles and 45 neighborhoods surrounding the Atlanta BeltLine and throughout the city of Atlanta. With initial funding in place and almost 60 units in the que ready to be transitioned to ALT, the new Executive Director will have the opportunity to execute quickly and have early wins. Educating the public, developers, donors and financial organizations on this sustainable model to create more affordable workforce housing is a portion of how this new leader will become the brand ambassador. Developing the infrastructure to scale with growth of the organization will be essential as the stakeholders envision an organization with units. The Executive Director will have responsibility for: Coordination with Board of Directors Serve as the principal professional resource to the ALT board of directors and committees. Participate in meetings of board of directors and assist board in setting strategic direction for ALT, formulating policy, and developing annual work plans to achieve organizational goals. Work with the board of directors to oversee and evaluate programs, projects and work plan initiatives. Organizational and operational management Assume full responsibility for managing the overall affairs of ALT, including staff, programs, and properties owned by the organization. Hire, supervise, and evaluate professional staff, contractors, and volunteers and direct them in carrying out ALT s organizational functions. Develop and utilize performance measurements standards; report results to board, staff, funders, and the general public; and make necessary changes based on results. Financial management Provide oversight for the financial affairs of ALT. Develop annual operating budget and oversee development and implementation of fundraising plans to secure adequate funding, including preparing foundation proposals and operating grant requests from public and private sources. Ensure that financial policies and procedures are followed; that bookkeeping, accounting and auditing

6 is completed in a timely and professional manner; and that statements of financial position are regularly reported and reviewed. Portfolio development Oversee selection and acquisition of land parcels and residential properties brought into ALT s portfolio. Oversee negotiations on behalf of ALT in structuring development agreements with for-profit and nonprofit housing development partners to create affordable housing on ALT-owned land and to bring additional affordable housing units into its portfolio. Ensure that appropriate financing and sufficient housing subsidies are in place for each residential property and that ALT s organizational goals are met in each project and property. Public outreach and community education Serve as the public face of ALT to build a broad base of awareness and support of its mission and goals. Promote and advocate for the community land trust (CLT) strategy, as well as for ALT and its projects and initiatives, to create a favorable climate for subsidy retention and permanent housing affordability in and around Atlanta. Represent ALT to and foster a good relationship with the City of Atlanta and Fulton County and their various municipal departments and agencies; key stakeholders within the regional affordable housing and community development and real estate sectors; potential buyers and leaseholders of CLT properties; funders and donors; and neighbors and residents throughout Atlanta, particularly where ALT and other CLT properties are located. Stewardship coordination Ensure that ALT commits the personnel and financial resources needed to meet its ongoing stewardship responsibilities to the properties in its portfolio and to the owners of any homes or other structures located on ALT-owned land. Ensure that detailed, accurate and thorough education and assistance is provided to all prospective homebuyers; that buyers of ALT homes have access to suitable home financing; that ALT homeowners are selecting fairly; that consistent and appropriate monitoring of lease compliance is conducted for all homeowners and leaseholders; and that quality post-purchase services and assistance are provided to all residents living on land owned by ALT. Candidate Requirements / Attributes The Executive Director of the ALT will be an energetic and resourceful, entrepreneurial leader who is able to effectively communicate the mission and advance projects. The successful individual will model personal and professional integrity in all relationships, interactions and decisions. S/he must be able to effectively communicate the vision of the organization in a way that attracts support from the community and stakeholders. The ideal candidate s experience should include: Significant urban real estate development with documented success in overseeing and coordinating residential development activities, project financing, and real estate transactions. Five to seven years of demonstrated successful management and supervisory experience, preferably in a management role with a successful community land trust organization. Experience working with boards of directors, especially with nonprofit boards, to effectively engage them in the work of the organization.

7 Working knowledge of business practices with government, non-profit and private entities. Superior skills in strategic planning, budget preparation, and organizational leadership. Substantial experience reading, analyzing, and interpreting regulations, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to develop and influence donor support to increase levels of support for projects and the operational needs of the organization. Excellent communication skills, including demonstrated writing and dynamic public speaking experience. Strong organizational and analytical skills and ability to think strategically while working in a small staff environment requiring flexible responsibilities to accomplish objectives. A Bachelor s degree required with special consideration for an advanced degree. Key Competencies Passion for mission Demonstrate and communicate passion for the ALT s core purpose; identify with its mission & inspire others towards the mission & work of ALT. Leadership ability Develop commitment in others by setting a personal example, demonstrate enthusiasm, and motivate co-workers. Demonstrate the ability to attract, align, develop, and retain the diverse talent pool needed to manage the expansive vision of ALT. Organizational intelligence Demonstrate capacity to analyze, synthesize, and integrate information to effectively identify and solve problems. Make informed decisions to address complex organizational challenges. Strategic thinking Provide focus and long-term direction to move ALT forward in achieving its long-term goals and aspirations

8 Contact Derek Broyard Associate Partner Direct: Tatum Preston Director of Research Direct: Jodi Delikat Search Coordinator Direct: