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The Grambling, Louisiana Housing Authority is seeking a qualified Executive Director who will provide leadership and management to ensure that the core mission of providing safe, sanitary living conditions for tenants is achieved in its low rent public housing program and Housing Choice Voucher Program.

The executive director is responsible for the General Administration of the PHA and must be able to  ensure

 results-focused practices and service-delivery at every level within the Authority. 

A Board of Commissioners appointed by the Town Mayor is the legally and financially responsible governing body of the PHA and the first line of accountability for the PHA’s performance. 

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and public housing experience are required.  Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume’, salary desired and three professional letters of recommendation to: Grambling Housing Authority Board of Commissioners , P.O. Box 626, Grambling, LA 71245. The job announcement, application and job description are available at cityofgrambling.org under Recent Posts.

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The Grambling, Louisiana Housing Authority is seeking a qualified Executive Director who will provide leadership and management to ensure that the core mission of providing safe, sanitary living conditions for tenants is achieved in its low rent public housing program and Housing Choice Voucher Program.

The executive director is responsible for the General Administration of the PHA and must be able to  ensure results-focused practices and service-delivery at every level within the Authority.  Key management functions include day-to-day operations, personnel & training, prudent financial management, public relations and appropriate technology skills.

A Board of Commissioners appointed by the Town Mayor is the legally and financially responsible governing body of the PHA and the first line of accountability for the PHA’s performance. 

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and public housing experience are required.  Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume’, salary desired and three professional letters of recommendation to: Grambling Housing Authority Board of Commissioners , P.O. Box 626, Grambling, LA 71245. The application and job description are available below.

The Executive Director’s overall responsibilities Among other duties the Executive Director will act as secretary to the Board of Commissioners, maintain appropriate minutes, prepare meeting agendas for approval by the board, and maintain files and records.  The Executive Director will develop, implement, and oversee operating budgets ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws and HUD guidelines. Other requirements include managing the day-to-day operations of the PHA, hiring, evaluating, training and terminating staff, and executing board policies. The Executive director is expected to use sound judgment in decision making, demonstrate an understanding of HUD’s financial reporting system, timely submit state and HUD required reports, keep the board informed on the operational and financial status of the PHA and maintain a collegial, productive and proactive workplace environment.

Applicants are expected to have excellent leadership, organization and team building skills, effective written and oral communication skills, the ability to deal with diverse clientele, be able to establish a an overall customer centered  administrative process, act with integrity, show initiative, and professionalism.

A Board of Commissioners appointed by the Town Mayor is the legally and financially responsible governing body of the PHA and the first line of accountability for the PHA’s performance. Typically, the Executive Director will supervise 7-9 to 10 staff and be responsible for the 246 units.

Skills Required

• Empathy
• Active listening
• Reliability
• Dependability
• Creativity
• Positivity
• Effective feedback
• Timely communication
• Team building
• Flexibility
• Risk-taking
• Ability to teach and mentor

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GRAMBLING WATER SYSTEM

Public Water Supply ID: LA1061006  

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City Hall

127 King Street

Grambling, LA 71245

Via Teleconference Live Streamed to the Public

AGENDA

PUBLIC HEARING – 3 p.m.

ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY ORDINANCE REGARDING WATER RATES IN COMPLIANCE WITH BOND REQUIREMENT

SPECIAL CALLED MEETING – Immediately Following Public Hearing

1. Meeting Called to Order and Announcement of Call in Number

            II          Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance

            III.       Adoption of Agenda

            IV.       Public Comments — The City will announce any public comments received prior to the meeting and will allow five minutes for anyone to call in to make public comments.  Anyone desiring to make public comments that have not been previously submitted may during this time period call the telephone number that will be announced at the beginning of the meeting.

            V.        Old Business

                        1.         Approval of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY ORDINANCE REGARDING WATER RATES IN COMPLIANCE WITH BOND REQUIREMENTS

                        VI.       Announcements

            VII.      Meeting Adjourned

Pursuant to the Governor’s Proclamation Numbers JBE 2020-30 and 33 regarding Additional Measures for COVID-19, Public Health Emergency and to protect the health and welfare of all citizens of Grambling, the Council Meeting shall be conducted via teleconference live streamed on the City’s Facebook page.  City Hall shall remain closed and the public must participate via this alternate method.

Members of the public may send any public comments they have via email on or before March 26, 2020 at 2:30 to mayor@cityofgrambling.net. 

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