Manages the operation of the Bureau of Business and Housing Development, including establishing priorities and procedures, determining organization structure, and assigning and reviewing staff work; Provides direction to division managers regarding the acquisition, management, and disposition of properties and the administration of housing programs; Develops and implements programs and projects consistent with departmental goals and City policies; Recommends new and revised policies to address Bureau activities; Meets with community groups, neighborhood associations, and the general public to explain programs, discuss concerns, and resolve issues; Directs the selection, training, assignment, and evaluation of Bureau personnel; Prepares the Bureaus annual budget and assists the Commissioner with the preparation of the Department's overall budget; Negotiates contracts for professional services and determines the appropriate level of financial assistance to support private development within the City; Participates in the development of the Citys Consolidated Plan, including the programming of Federal resources; Assists the Commissioner in coordinating the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development's Capital Improvement Program; Coordinates special projects at the direction of the Commissioner. High School Diploma or Equivalent PLUS: Master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field AND three (3) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity; OR.