Summary
Description
Job Title: Director of Housing Initiatives
Position Summary
Reporting to the Vice President of Programs, the Director of Housing Initiatives serves as a key leader and team member in developing a strategic housing initiative for Community Foundation Boulder County.
Utilizing a collective impact approach, the Director of Housing Initiatives leads community education, cross-sector relationship building, and strategic coordination to advance affordable housing solutions in Boulder County. This role includes fundraising, systems change work, relationship building, facilitation and data-driven strategy to mobilize philanthropic resources and align partners around shared goals.
Roles & Responsibilities
The Director will develop and execute a strategic vision across the following priorities:
Fundraising and Resource Development – 40%
- Lead the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of relationships with potential philanthropic funders (local, state, and national) interested in investing in Boulder County.
- Translate complex housing systems and policy dynamics into compelling, accessible cases for support that educate and inspire donors and community members.
- Lead the analysis and coordination of available philanthropic funding to support efforts to achieve Boulder County’s affordable housing goal. Coordinate philanthropic grant applications to secure resources for Boulder County communities.
- Identify, package and market unique philanthropic tools to support housing availability and affordability.
Strategic Partnerships and Community Impact – 40%
- Work cooperatively with housing providers and supporters (municipal governments, nonprofit organizations, developers, and other interested entities) to strengthen cross-sector partnerships.
- Provide project management for regional housing initiatives through facilitation focused on data driven agendas, measurable outcomes, and accountability commitments.
- Support partners in using data to inform decisions, evaluate progress, and adapt strategies to ensure equitable impact.
- Collaborate with nonprofit housing service providers to understand the needs and resources to increase effectiveness.
Community Education, Communications and Administration – 20%
- Cultivate inclusive, equity-centered collaboration by facilitating strong communication and engagement and building trust across diverse stakeholders.
- Support housing related data collection, presentation, and distribution from multiple sources. Create clear and accessible data reports to support decision making, strategy, and community understanding.
- Lead affordable housing educational and planning events for potential donors and community members including developing agendas, working with vendors, and arranging speakers/presentations.
Skills and Competencies
- Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred
- 5 years’ experience in a nonprofit, philanthropic or government role
- Experience facilitating collaborative, collective impact, or cross-sector initiatives
- Exceptional facilitation, communication, and relationship building skills
- Demonstrated success in fundraising and philanthropic partnership development
- Working knowledge of housing systems and affordable housing issues
- Demonstrated ability to use data and evaluation to guide strategy
- Proficiency with working with databases, survey instruments and tools
- A professional and resourceful style; the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player
- Demonstrated initiative and follow-through to meet deadlines, strong attention to detail and project management skills
- High energy and passion for seeking ways to create a more equitable Boulder County
Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt position (100% FTE) or 40 hours a week. The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000 commensurate with experience. CFBC offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, retirement contribution and match, parking pass, and Limited Health Reimbursement Account (employer funding of $2,000 per year).
This is a hybrid position – in the office at least 3 days a week or more as needed. This position has been funded for a two-year period.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Community Foundation Boulder County is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition, and privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by state or local law.
Community Foundation Boulder County practices and champions inclusiveness in our community. We honor the diverse strengths, needs, voices, and backgrounds of all members of our community. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Application Process
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume in a single-file PDF
to Hannah@commfound.org with the subject line “Director of Housing Initiatives.” Applications should be submitted by 5 p.m. March 31, 2026. No calls please.
