EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation, a non-profit housing development and management company, is looking for an Accounting Manager located in Ukiah, CA.

The central office of RCHDC is located in Ukiah in the Redwood Country two hours north of San Francisco. Ukiah is located in scenic Mendocino County, surrounded by beautiful redwood forests and the vineyards, with the Pacific Ocean nearby. The company develops, owns, and manages housing complexes in Lake, Mendocino, Tehama, Siskiyou, and Humboldt Counties. RCHDC also manages complexes in the State of Nevada.

Date: December 8, 2006

Position Title: Accounting Manager

Location: Ukiah, CA

Anticipated Hire Date: Open until Filled

Salary Range $ 3762.00 to 4572.00 DOE

To be considered, completed applications and affadavits must be received at:

Rural Communities Housing Development Corp.
449 Leslie Street, Ukiah, CA 95482
707-463-1975 -0-

Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

Employee Benefits:

• 12 paid Holidays annually
• 403 (b) with employer contribution for participating employees
• Health , Dental/Vision Insurance
• Vacation Leave
• Sick leave

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Accounting Manager

POSITION CLASS: EXEMPT

GRADE: 44

SUPERVISORIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes

SUPERVISED BY: Fiscal Officer

WORK SITE: Central Office

General Purposes and Responsibilities:

Under the direction and supervision of the Fiscal Officer assist in the following areas: 1.) Asset protection, and financial information reliability by helping to maintain the system of internal controls for all agency financial activities. 2.) Help develop, update and maintain the financial accounting system 3.) Develop financial information to assist in the decision making process. 4.) Monitor and report on funding and expenditures for existing projects. 5.) Help develop information to obtain additional funding for future housing developments and related activities. 6.) Track expenditures for projects in development. 7.) Recommend and assist in developing cost-efficiency measures.8.) Take part in the budget development process. 9.) Help identify potential financial problems, using forecasting and other methods, before they become unmanageable, and report such problems to the Fiscal Officer. 9.) In the absence of the Fiscal Officer, act on behalf of the Fiscal Officer and attend Board and staff meetings. 10.) Supervise designated staff members.11.) Other duties as assigned.

Examples of Specific Tasks:

Assist with program/project budgeting; prepares monthly budget expenditure reports; advises the Fiscal Officer on the status of funds and overall financial condition of the agency; Assist with continuing maintenance and development of the fiscal accounting (computer aided) system, to allow for accurate financial forecasting, and maintenance of adequate cash flow. Investigate high cost operational items and help develop more cost effective methods. Supervises accounting staff as assigned; attend meetings as assigned or required in the absence of the Fiscal Officer. Take part in the hiring of fiscal office staff per agency policies. Other related duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices and their application to non-profit organizations.
2. Ability to perform complex financial analysis.
3. Ability to prepare and monitor budgets
4. Ability to work with others in a spirit of teamwork.
5. Possess excellent verbal and writing skills.
6. Possess the ability to work independently.
7. One year experience in computer system management and data processing operations, as well as familiarity with Excel, Word and other office suite applications.
8. Possess Supervision skills and experience.
9. Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation and willing to use own automobile.
10. Automobile liability insurance.
11. Educational qualifications appropriate for position’s responsibilities, Minimum Requirement: Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting or related area, and Two years of relevant and related experience; or Associate of Science Degree in Accounting or related area, and Four years of relevant and related experience.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly in office settings. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is often required to stand or sit; walk, talk or hear; use hand to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office.

Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation, a non-profit housing development and management company, is looking for an Janitorial/Maintenance Assistant.

The central office of RCHDC is located in Ukiah, in scenic Mendocino County, surrounded by beautiful redwood forests and the Pacific Ocean. The company develops, owns, and manages housing complexes in Lake, Mendocino, Tehama, Siskiyou, and Humboldt Counties. RCHDC also manages complexes in the State of Nevada.

SUPERVISORIAL RESPONSIBILITY: NONE

SUPERVISED BY: PROJECT & MAINTENANCE MANAGERS

WORK SITE: VARIOUS PROJECTS AS ASSIGNED

GENERAL PURPOSES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

JANITORIAL: to maintain the cleanliness of the common areas various apartment complexes as assigned. MAINTENANCE: To assist numerous Project Manager's at any of several apartment complexes with needed repairs and the routine maintenance requirements of the project.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC TASKS:

Under the direction of various Project Managers at any of several apartments complexes to perform the following duties:

JANITORIAL: Regularly clean the office, bathrooms, laundry and community rooms, vacuum all carpeted areas and to clean any other common areas as required by the Project's Managers.

MAINTENANCE: Prepare units for occupancy (clean, disinfect, paint, patch etc.; repair and or replace doors, doors locks, light, keep walkways and parking areas free from debris: Pick up supplies and perform other general maintenance duties as required by the Project Managers. Other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS

1. Must have good verbal communications skills.
2. Must be well organized and through.
3. Must be able to work under supervision
4. Bondable
5. Ability to work and be sensitive to the needs of low income persons, and the handicapped.
6. Must be willing to use own transportation.
7. Must have a valid California Driver's License, proof of signature and reliable transportation.
8. Must have experience in routine repair and maintenance of buildings and appliances.
9. Must be physically able to perform maintenance and janitorial tasks.
10. Must be able to read and understand repair and maintenance instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly at and around the project site. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various types of tools to perform the duties as necessary to do maintenance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is often required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

This position is physically strenuous (60% of time). Applicants must be in good physical condition (100% of time); fully mobile (100% of time), and able to lift heavy loads up to 50 lbs. (20% of time).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to moderately high.

Position Title: Janitorial/Maintenance Assistant

Location: Ukiah, California

Anticipated Hire Date: Open until Filled

Salary Range: $ 2016.00 to $ 2451.00 per mo DOE

To be considered, completed applications and affadavits must be received at:

Rural Communities Housing Development Corp.
499 Leslie Street
Ukiah, CA. 95482
707 463-1975 Ext. 0

Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

Employee Benefits:

• 12 paid Holidays annually
• 403(b) with employer contribution for participating employees

EMPLOYEE INSURANCE:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life is effective on the first day of the following month after 90 days of continuous employment. (Life Insurance for employee only) Employee Health Insurance premium $10, balance paid by RHCDC; dependent premiums paid 50%.

1-day vacation accrued per month; 1 ½ days per month after 3 yrs.; 2 days per month after 10 yrs.
1-day sick leave accrued per month

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

POSITION TITLE: MAINTENANCE MANAGER

POSITION CLASS: $1,755 - $2,134/mo. DOE

SUPERVISORIAL RESPONSIBILITY: LIMITED

SUPERVISED BY: PROPERTY MANAGER

WORK SITE: APARTMENT COMPLEX LIVE IN

To be considered, completed applications and affadavits must be received at:

Rural Communities Housing Development Corp.
499 Leslie Street
Ukiah, CA. 95482
707 463-1975

GENERAL PURPOSES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To keep and maintain buildings, equipment and grounds in good conditions at all times. To insure the buildings and grounds* are kept in such manner as to create a healthy and safe physical environment, maximize the useful life of all property. To follow and keep up to date the project Maintenance Schedule and those reporting requirements, respond to immediate needs and arrange for skilled repair work as required. Maintain project per corporations Management Plan. (*Lawn and gardening services are currently provided by an outside contractor).

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC TASKS:

Implement the required routine inspections and record those activities on the projects Maintenance Schedule. Order maintenance supplies; prepare units for occupancy (clean disinfect, paint, patch, etc.) replace windows, doors, door locks, lights; keep walkways and parking areas free of debris; *Oversee the maintenance of the lawns/garden areas and sprinkler system. Maintain inventory equipment, tools, etc. Report health and safety hazards, injuries and accidents to the proper authorities and to the Property Manager or central office as soon as possible. Maintain the property according to health and safety standards. Execution of rehabilitation plans. Maintain work order log in accordance with Manual specifications, and "repair/reports" filing system. Maintain a repairs/replacement file on the project and on each unit at the project. Maintain the project Maintenance Schedule and submit copy of it on a quarterly basis. Solicit bids for necessary work. Supervise employees and subcontractors. Also other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to work and make decisions without supervision
2. Must be experienced in routine repair and maintenance of
buildings, landscaping and appliances.
3. Must be well organized and thorough.
4. Must be physically able to perform maintenance tasks.
5. Must be able to understand repair and maintenance instructions.
6. Building trades experience helpful.
7. Valid California Drivers License; automobile liability
insurance, reliable transportation and willingness to use
own automobile on job.
8. Bondable.
9. Ability to work with and be sensitive to the needs of low-income persons and handicapped.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly at and around the project site. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various types of tools to perform the duties as necessary to do maintenance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is often required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

This position is physically strenuous (60% of time). Applicants must be in good physical condition (100% of time); fully mobile (100% of time), and able to lift heavy loads up to 50 lbs. (20% of time).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to moderately high.

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POSITION TITLE: RESIDENT MANAGER

To be considered, completed applications and affadavits must be received at:

Rural Communities Housing Development Corp.
499 Leslie Street
Ukiah, CA. 95482
707 463-1975

SUPERVISORIAL RESPONSIBILITY: LIMITED

SUPERVISED BY: PROPERTY MANAGER

WORK SITE: APARTMENT COMPLEX/LIVE IN

GENERAL PURPOSES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To organize and administer the day-to-day operations of the apartment complex, verify and process information required to comply with government regulations. To enforce rules of occupancy in accordance with corporation policy, government regulations, and the project's Management Plan.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC TASKS:

Takes applications, verifies information, certifies eligibility, maintains waiting lists executes and enforces leases. Collects rent, makes bank deposits; executes policies regarding non payment of rent, interim and annual certifications for rental subsidy, prepares monthly reports including rent rolls, vacancies, rent up, resident activities. Maintains rent records for monthly rent subsidy billings. Provide a detailed orientation to each new tenant concerning rights, obligations and procedures and for reporting and resolving problems. Reports any injuries, illegal activity and health or safety hazard to the central office and contacts the appropriate services or authorities. Also other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must have good writing, and math skills.
2. Must be well organized and thorough.
3. Must be able to work and make decisions without supervision.
4. Bookkeeping experience helpful, but not required.
5. Familiarity with landlord/tenant law helpful.
6. Previous management experience preferred.
7. Valid California Driver's License, automobile liability
insurance, reliable transportation and willingness to use
own automobile on job.
8. Bondable
9. Ability to work with and be sensitive to the needs of low
income persons.
10. Obtain and maintain an USDA Rural Development Manager Certification within six months. (cost covered by employer).

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly in office settings. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is often required to stand or sit; walk; hear; use hand to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate in the field.

Position Title: Construction Foreman

Application Deadline: open until filled

Starting Salary: $ 3243.00 to $3942.00

Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation is currently seeking applicants for the position of Construction Foreman. A position description is included with this announcement and an application form is attached for your consideration.

To be considered, completed applications and affadavits must be received at:

Rural Communities Housing Development Corp.
499 Leslie Street
Ukiah, CA. 95482
707 463-1975

Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

In addition to the stated salary range, benefits included with this position are:
12 paid Holidays annually
Direct deposit available for payroll
Mendo-Lake Credit Union enrollment available

FULL TIME EMPLOYEE ONLY:
The Employees will receive Dental and Vision on the first day of the following month after 90 days continuous employment. Employee Health Insurance premium of $10.00 per month, balance by RCHDC, dependent premiums paid 50%.

After successful completion of 6 month probation:
1-day vacation accrued per month; 1 ½ days per month after 3 yrs.; 2 days per month after 10 yrs.
1-day sick leave accrued per month
403 (b) with employer contribution for participating employees

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract