Assistant Project Manager

Salary : $94,619.20 - $116,376.00 Annually
Location : Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA), 2600 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: At-Will Exempt
Job Number: 26-80
Department: Asset Development
Opening Date: 10/26/2026

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POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

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Special Note: The posted salary is an estimate of the potential annual pay. Final offer will be dependent on qualifications and experience.
Definition: Under general direction and administration, the Assistant Project Manager performs a wide variety of complex tasks and activities as it relates to assisting and supporting Department Managers in managing, planning, development and oversight of the Housing Authority's development and real estate services, and/or construction services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under general direction and administration, the Assistant Project Manager assumes responsibility for assisting and supporting the Department Managers in managing, planning, development and oversight of the Housing Authority's development and real estate services, and/or construction services, including but not limited to real estate acquisitions and repositioning of HACLA owned properties, the preparation and submission of grants, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), CDLAC tax exempt financing, Bond and Mixed income financial applications and transactions, relocation planning, capital projects, capital fund planning, overall project management, design, construction services activities, and environmental reviews. Will assist Department Managers in conducting, facilitating, and overseeing all aspects of due diligence including but not limited to title, civil, geotechnical, environmental, entitlement, market studies, procurement preparation and implementation, issuance and evaluation of Requests for Information/Quotes/Proposal, and contract executions. The incumbent will assist and participate in the development of policies and procedures, preparation of department reports, review of HUD, LIHTC, CDLAC and other related affordable industry technical regulations and guidelines to ensure adherence and compliance of contractual obligations; interprets legislation, administrative orders, regulations, policies and procedures.
The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for conducting operational and financial analysis of department related activities, making recommendations, project ownership partnership activities, and the implementation of strategies in the developments owned or operated by the Housing Authority or affiliated partnerships and organizations. Conducts special studies and prepares comprehensive reports related to economic development, real estate activities and/or construction services. May be required to drive a vehicle to different sites and/or locations. Performs other tasks as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with either a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public or Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Real Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture or closely related field.

Experience: Three (3) years' experience in project management, real property financing/development/construction in government-assisted development programs or affordable housing; knowledge of applicable programs governing the development of affordable housing preferred including proforma development and analysis; familiarity with Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), TCAC and CDLAC regulations/procedures and other affordable housing financing sources is desired.
Special Requirement: Possess a valid appropriate California Class C driver's license.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and/or training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. Resumes may be included but may not be submitted in lieu of application content. Only the most-qualified applicants will be considered and may be invited to the interview and selection process.
SELECTION PROCEDUREApplications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.
HIRING INFORMATION

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.
Candidates will start at step one of an eight step salary range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with agency Personnel Rules.

HACLA Benefits

*Medical/Dental/Vision Plan:

• HACLA will provide up to 100% of the CalPERS medical premium rate for Los Angeles, San Bernardino & Ventura Counties Kaiser rates for employee only, employee + one dependent, and employee + multiple dependents as applicable
• HACLA will provide 100% of basic Dental HMO rates for employee only, employee + one dependent, and employee + multiple dependents as applicable
• HACLA will provide 100% basic Vision coverage for employee only, employee + one dependent, and employee + multiple dependents as applicable
• $250 OPT OUT payment is available for employees with a qualifying health plan outside of the employer network.
• Employees have the option to choose additional optional insurance such as Dental PPO, Custom Vision, additional medical coverage, and voluntary additional life insurance.

*Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability/Mandatory Life:

• HACLA will provide 100% of STD/LTD/Mandatory Life premiums for all eligible employees to maintain the IRS 125 Plan

*Pension Plan:

• HACLAretirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years.
  • For Classic members, the pension formula is 2.7% at 55 with members contributing 8% of their wages towards their retirement.
  • For PEPRA members, the pension formula is 2% at 62, with members contributing 7.75% of their wages towards their retirement.
  • CalPERS will make the determination regarding the type of membership for which the eligible employee will qualify.

*General Leave/Holidays/PTO:

• Annual leave accruals vary, depending upon the type of job/position (membership in employee organizational group) and years of service. Length of service increases accrual rates by employee organizational group when service requirements are met.
• Newly Hired Annual Accruals:
  • At-Will/Non-Represented accrual per pay period 5.23 hours (17 days annually)
  • Council of Housing Professionals-Management accrual per pay period 4.15 hours (14 days annually)
  • Council of Housing Professionals-Administration accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)
  • Service Employees International Union (Local 721) accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)
  • Los Angeles County Building and Construction Trades Council accrual per pay period 5.23 hours (17 days annually)
  • American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)
• 14 Observed Holidays:
  • New Year's Eve; New Years Day; Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday; President's Day; Cesar Chavez Day; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Veteran's Day; Thanksgiving Day; Day After Thanksgiving; Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• 12 Floating Holiday hours annually
• Opportunity to earn up to 160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible exempt employees as comp time per calendar year. Employees may cash out up to 160 hours of accrued and unused PTO annually.

*Additional Optional Benefits:

• Pre-Tax Deferred Compensation 457 Plan
• Group term life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account Options
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Partial Telework Program

*Temporary Casual/Per-Diem employee are eligible to enroll/receive the following benefits:

• Kaiser Medical Insurance - 50% employer covered medical through Kaiser Permanente if working 30 hours or more per week.
• Paid Sick Time - At least 40 hours or 5 days of sick leave after 90 days of employment.
• Eligible casual employees may enter as Classic or PEPRA members if qualifying requirements are met.
• Per-Diem employees are not eligible for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS).

Note: Temporary casual/per-diem employees are able to work up to 40 hours per week as necessary.

*Availability of benefits are dependent upon employment eligibility status with HACLA*
01

How many years of experience and familiarity do you have in construction related activities?

• One or less year
• Two Years
• Three or more years

02

What is highest level of education?

• High School
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree

03

Do you have at least three years experience in project management, real property financing/development/construction in government-assisted development programs or affordable housing?

• Yes
• No

Required Question