ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
My Way Home, a DBA of Ventura County Community Development Corporation, was incorporated in 2001 by affordable housing advocate, the late Rodney Fernandez, and Bertha Garcia as an independent 501(c)(3 ) to fulfill their vision of strengthening and sustaining prosperous communities through mortgage financing, education and financial literacy. Since then, in Rodney's name, the Board of Directors and staff have all worked together to carry on this vision. The mission of My Way Home is “To strengthen and sustain vibrant communities by empowering individuals and families to build wealth through education and homeownership with a primary focus on serving low- to moderate-income clients.”
POSITION SUMMARY
As a member of the senior management team, the Homeownership Program Manager works under the supervision of the Executive Director. The Homeownership Program Manager develops and leads all aspects of the corporation's Education and Coaching programs. The Homeownership Program Manager supervises department staff, coordinates and manages new programs, assists with fund development, develops and monitors budgets to ensure sustainability of programs, collects and analyzes data, and ensures compliance with all funding regulations. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt, onsite position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Education & Coaching division, including staff management, budget oversight, and departmental systems and procedures.
- Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of all homeownership programs, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, funding requirements, and organizational goals.
- Serve as the primary lead for program compliance, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of program data and collaborate with Finance to support reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.
- Supervise program staff through coaching, performance evaluations, professional development, and corrective action as needed, fostering a high-performing and inclusive team culture.
- Monitor division performance, program outcomes, and service quality to ensure responsiveness to community needs and alignment with strategic priorities.
- Evaluate existing programs and develop new initiatives to enhance services and advance organizational goals.
- Implement and refine workflows, policies, procedures, and reporting systems to strengthen efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and overall program effectiveness.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, agencies, and stakeholders to expand program reach and impact.
- Collaborate across departments to promote programs, secure funding, and support organizational growth.
- Stay informed of industry trends and developments in homeownership, housing, and community programs to ensure best practices are applied.
- Prepare and submit program reports, invoices, and grant-related documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the organization’s mission.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of progressive program management experience, including personnel supervision, budget oversight, and compliance.
- Knowledge of homeownership programs and grants, preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information, program data, and all sensitive organizational materials.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work, monitor workflow, and meet deadlines.
- Dependable, adaptable, and able to quickly learn new systems, platforms, and responsibilities.
- Resourceful and self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings or Saturdays as needed.
- Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to sit for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to travel locally for meetings, workshops, and community events.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment.
This job announcement is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
My Way Home will provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
My Way Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is at‑will, meaning either the employee or My Way Home may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,304.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
