Piedmont Triad Regional Council, NC

The PTRC is hiring for a Community Development Director

The Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) seeks an energetic and visionary leader with experience in housing and community development to serve as its next Community Development Director. This roll is unique in the opportunity to lead direct a comprehensive approach to improving living conditions across the state of North Carolina.  This statewide impact is accomplished through programs in public housing vouchers, energy auditing and weatherization, single and multi-family home rehabilitation, and community level grant management coordination.

PTRC represents 12 counties in central North Carolina, a region shaped by both strong urban centers and vibrant rural communities. The cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point anchor the region’s core, offering economic vitality, cultural amenities, and opportunity while maintaining the affordability and accessibility that define the Piedmont Triad. Residents enjoy one of the most attractive and affordable lifestyles in the United States, with high quality housing for both renters and homeowners and significant cost-of-living advantages. The Piedmont Triad is culturally diverse and historically rich, shaped by early settlers who came seeking religious and personal freedom and established thriving centers of commerce and education. Institutions such as Wake Forest University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Elon University, North Carolina A&T State University, High Point University, Winston-Salem State University, Guilford College, Bennett College, and Salem College contribute to a dynamic educational and workforce environment. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with Hanging Rock State Park the second most visited state park in North Carolina less than an hour away. The region is also the heart of North Carolina’s viticulture, home to approximately 90 wineries, and is ideally situated about three hours from the Atlantic beaches and 90 minutes from the Blue Ridge Mountains. Altogether, the Piedmont Triad offers a superior quality of life that blends opportunity, culture, and natural beauty.  

PTRC is located in Kernersville, a thriving and rapidly growing community ideally positioned between Greensboro and Winston-Salem. Kernersville combines small-town charm with convenient access to major highways, healthcare systems, higher education institutions, and expanding commercial development. With steady residential and business growth, walkable neighborhoods, expanding retail and dining options, quality parks and greenways, and a strong sense of community, Kernersville offers an exceptional place to live and work. This position provides the opportunity to lead meaningful public service initiatives while enjoying a balanced lifestyle and advancing your career in community development leadership. 

As Community Development Director, you will direct a diverse department offering services in section 8 rental assistance, HOME investment partnership program, home rehabilitation, weatherization, and CDBG project management.  You will influence housing, infrastructure, and community investment across all 12 counties, shaping regional policy while seeing tangible results in both urban and rural communities. This role places you at the center of regional partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, developers, and state and federal agencies, offering significant leadership visibility and meaningful impact. Unlike many traditional government roles, PTRC fosters a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values flexibility, innovation, and professional autonomy providing the stability and benefits of public service. 

The work requires a results-driven, forward-thinking and innovative problem-solver who has demonstrated collaboration and consensus building skills. The candidate should have the ability to lead and operate in a dynamic environment with high expectations for both producing work and managing others. The ability to translate complex issues into easily understandable concepts for variety of audiences is paramount. Identify funding strategies to achieve goals including appropriate staff development to ensure successful implementation of expanded activities; Build and strengthen partner capacity; Strengthen collaboration between the regional council, counties and municipalities; and Design and launch new tools and programs, continually adjusting to the changing needs as progress is made. will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of low-income housing programs and public administration. A candidate must have the ability to provide leadership to staff, program participants and community members. Equally important is the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and state, local and federal officials. The Housing Services Director is appointed by the Executive Director. Performance is evaluated through establishing and administering low-income housing programs, reporting and record keeping, and successful project management. 

The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of housing and community development funding programs, including HOME, CDBD and the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, along with their relationship to regional needs and local land use and zoning policy.  A candidate will possess experience managing a variety of housing finance programs and attendant compliance and reporting requirements, not limited to Section 3, Davis-Bacon, and NEPA. Equally important is the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and state, local and federal officials. The Housing Services Director is appointed by the Executive Director.   

Performance is evaluated through establishing and administering low-income housing programs, reporting and record keeping, and successful project management.  Expected qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in community development, public administration, planning, or a closely related field.  Formal education should be supplemented with five years progressive experience including administering Section 8 housing programs, or Community Development and supervisory experience.  Competency with the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) is expected. Special requirements include a valid North Carolina Driver’s License, and the successful candidate must pass the pre-employment drug screen and background screening process.  Travel throughout 12-county region is required.  Other travel may be required on occasion.  

PTRC offers a market competitive salary dependent upon the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Annual bonus program, 5% 401-K match, participation in LGERS (Local Government Employees Retirement System), Public Service Loan Forgiveness, paid gym membership, and comprehensive platinum level health coverage with $500 deductible are standard components of the benefit package.   

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