Affordable Housing Development Assistant

Overview

This position will assist in securing financing and completing predevelopment work for several affordable housing projects throughout New Jersey. This will include housing for first-time home buyers and rentals with financing from federal, state, local and private sources. The company is currently working on a pipeline of 75+ units in Camden, Bridgeton, Salem City, New Brunswick, and East Orange to start construction this fall or next spring.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

·        Help establish development potential of sites by reviewing zoning and market analysis.

·        Assist with the site research, due diligence, and acquisition process.

·        Assist with applying for short term and construction financing to government funders and financial institutions.

·        Assist in preparing presentations to stakeholders.

·        Assist with community meetings, securing approvals and permits.

·        Assist in management of development team members including architects, engineers, attorneys, contractors, public officials, etc.

·        Assist President and other staff with clients.

Requirements and Skills

Interested in the development of real estate and affordable housing. Computer literacy required. Strong proficiency with MS Office is essential. College students in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Community Development, Finance, Public Management, or related field. 

Compensation and Application Process

Flexible schedule, 24 hours per week at $20 per hour. Opportunity to extend work into the following semesters. Send cover letter and resume to John@restrepoassociates.com

 

About Restrepo & Associates

After 23 years leading the nonprofit sector in affordable housing and policy development, John E. Restrepo launched Restrepo & Associates with the goal of increasing the production of affordable housing throughout the state of New Jersey by partnering with government entities, lenders, nonprofits, and for-profit developers to address the supply shortage.

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