Strategic Portfolio Manager

Make a difference and join the DCA Team!  DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement.  If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.  

OUR MISSION

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

OUR VISION

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

OUR CULTURE

DCA is dedicated to helping build strong, vibrant communities. We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking and a passion for making a difference.  Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivates you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Strategic Portfolio Manager provides strategic leadership, operational control, and long-term organizational impact within the state’s affordable housing Portfolio. Unlike a Lead role that primarily guides tactical, day-to-day tasks, this Manager position is designed to align team operations with organizational goals, manage resources, foster staff development, and ensure compliance sustainability.

This role strengthens the Office of Portfolio Management (OPM) by driving innovation, ensuring regulatory alignment, cultivating strong stakeholder relationships, and supporting the Director in maintaining the long-term health and growth of Georgia’s housing portfolio. The Strategic Portfolio Manager also supports department-wide initiatives, facilitates operational efficiency, and ensures seamless execution of administrative, compliance, and organizational functions that advance OPM’s mission.

OTHER TASKS

• Review and assess protocols for noncompliance issues across the statewide housing portfolio.
• Design, implement, and monitor corrective action plans in collaboration with owners, management companies, and stakeholders.
• Lead the development and execution of Portfolio Compliance Reviews (PCRs) for owners, management companies, and projects.
• Facilitate communications with owners, management teams, and external partners to resolve compliance matters.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistent and effective responses to noncompliance.
• Manage resolution of property issues (including media inquiries) with professionalism and diplomacy.
• Oversee compliance processes related to: Management Company Change Requests (MCRs), General Partner (GP) Transfers, Fee Simple Sales, Land Use Restrictive Covenant (LURC) Amendments, Utility Allowance (UA) methodology changes, Re-syndications, and Georgia Housing Search (GHS) administration.
• Collaborate with OHF, OML, and the Office of Supportive Housing to streamline processes and procedures.
• Draft and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Partner with the Office Director to develop, implement, and track strategic initiatives and long-term planning goals.
• Lead the creation and monitoring of 90-day team plans to ensure measurable progress and accountability.
• Support Fiscal Year (FY26) Strategic Planning efforts and cross-divisional collaboration across DCA.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among Portfolio Management, Legal, and other DCA departments.
• Oversee budget amendments, AR/AP transactions, and PCNs while maintaining fiscal documentation.
• Manage internal hiring, onboarding, and offboarding processes in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Support training and professional development events in partnership with internal educators.
• Provide strategic direction for the Special Projects Team (SPT).
• Mentor and develop staff to ensure professional growth and alignment with agency priorities.
• Ensure the team has the tools, resources, and training needed to perform at a high level.
• Support the Director in maintaining operational control and long-term planning.
• Align compliance, oversight, and strategic decisions with state and federal regulations.
• Develop and implement innovative, sustainable solutions to recurring operational and compliance challenges.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in administrative management, operations, or strategic planning; government or nonprofit experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of compliance and oversight frameworks within housing or public sector programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Concur, and budget management systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Thinking & Vision – Translates high-level goals into actionable strategies.
• Regulatory & Compliance Expertise – Ensures operational alignment with housing program requirements.
• Collaborative Leadership – Fosters teamwork and communication across all levels.
• Adaptability – Excels in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
• Operational Excellence – Manages systems and processes for maximum organizational impact.
• Initiative – Anticipates challenges and delivers proactive, innovative solutions.
• Detail Orientation – Maintains precision and accuracy while managing multiple projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS (TRAVEL, HOURS,ENVIRONMENT)

This position is currently designated as a hybrid (part in-office and part remote/Telework) position.  This position is full-time (40 hours per week) and may require occasional overtime.  Local periodic travel may be required.

PHYSICAL / SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Must be able to perform office-related duties.

Must be able to operate office equipment.

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.

Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.

Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.

NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.  This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation and motor vehicle reports.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.  This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.

All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included.   However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.