Careers at MassHousing

At MassHousing, we believe a home is more than a roof and four walls. A home is safety and security, opportunity and peace of mind. Our team of talented professionals works to ensure that all Massachusetts residents have a safe, healthy and affordable place to call home. If you share our commitment, we hope you will consider joining us.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

MassHousing is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, colleagues and partners without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. MassHousing believes that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues and partners is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Why Work at MassHousing?

Competitive salaries

Work/Life Balance with flexible schedules and generous leave time

Comprehensive health, dental, life, and disability plans

Professional development & tuition assistance

Employer-matched deferred compensation plan

Current Openings

Business Development Analyst

Organization: MassHousing

Location: One Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108

Posting Closes: Close of Business on 4/4/2023

Website: www.masshousing.com

MassHousing recently affirmed its longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion in its 5-year Strategic Goals.

The Organization

MassHousing will confront the housing challenges facing the Commonwealth to improve the lives of its people. A bold mission for an innovative agency. Since its inception in 1966, MassHousing has provided more than $27.5 billion for more than 125,000 apartments and more than 105,000 home mortgage loans. Beyond lending, we also work to promote economic growth and empowerment for families, individuals, and businesses; help communities increase their housing stock; provide hope and homes for vulnerable populations, and look for new, cost-effective ways to provide equitable housing opportunities. We have a relentless determination to confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges and improve lives.

We know that we cannot meet our mission without a workforce that is committed to standing with us in our efforts. We achieve this by making investments in staff development and prioritizing individuals who align with our values including an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As an employee of MassHousing you are offered a great career opportunity which is more than a paycheck. MassHousing’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including but not limited to:

  • Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • A 35-hour work week and a hybrid work schedule
  • Back up Child/Elder Care
  • Retirement Savings including a pension and a deferred compensation plan (with a match)
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
  • 12 paid Holidays per year and generous sick, vacation, and personal time
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Central Boston office location, convenient to public transportation and amenities on site

If you're ready to join our dynamic team of mission driven professionals, this might be the job for you! Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a resume to MassHousing by logging in to https://prd01-hcm01.prd.mykronos.com/ta/6003873.careers?CareersSearch

Position Summary

The Business Development Analyst role is a critical extension of the sales and sales operations organizations, being both a trusted adviser and a leader in execution. The Business Development Analyst will be accountable for various sales, go-to-market programs and communications related to the onboarding of new Lenders and Brokers, sales kickoffs, and continuous learning. S/he will manage the on-going annual recertification process for all partners.

This position will be responsible for providing a one stop support center for, MassHousing’s Relationship Management Team, Lenders, and Brokers. S/he will provide new Lender/Broker introductions, which would include but is not limited to the initial invitation to participate, upload/review application, and all external and internal communication to onboard. S/he will conduct welcome calls and client facing trainings as needed, respond to phone, and email inquiries from clients, requesting assistance within agreed upon SLAs.

The Business Development Analyst will maintain research systems to support the analysis, visualization, and reporting of economic and community data for internal stakeholders. This includes, but is not limited to, maintaining the MassHousing lender ranking/activity and reporting, as well as identifying and reporting on market trends.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

  • Partner with sales leadership and sales teams to establish a continuous feedback loop to identify organizational needs and transform them into actionable deliverables.
  • Orchestrate activities related to onboarding, sales kickoffs, weekly communications, and other enablement opportunities.
  • Work collaboratively across the company including product marketing, sales, and operations, compliance in the design, development, and delivery of role- and play-specific content and programs.
  • Research market trends, products, and programs to identify opportunities to enhance MassHousing's competitive advantage in meeting customer needs.
  • Work with the Homeownership team to identify key stakeholders to participate in the design and evaluation of products and programs that advance MassHousing's strategic agenda.
  • Provide technical assistance to teams in the form of research, presentation of data trends, accessing relevant external resources and other activities.
  • Use evaluation data to inform strategic decisions about products and programs.
  • Monitor and effectively utilize homeownership data and reports for providing high level of service to MassHousing's business partners.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Knowledge of all aspects of mortgage origination process including pricing, underwriting, closing, and compliance.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a history of working with people at all skill levels, both internally and externally.
  • Previous retail, wholesale and/or correspondent lending experience is preferred.
  • Exceptional capacity to develop and analyze data.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Ability to work independently, collaboratively with a team, and across departments.
  • Excellent program management, planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, motivation, and collaboration skills.
  • Reliable, organized, and consistent.
  • Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Minimum Education and Training

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
  • 3-5 years direct industry experience
  • Willing to update product knowledge on an ongoing basis
  • Multilingual candidate preferred

Salary Range: $72,956 to $94,842

All positions at MassHousing require a customer service mindset, in accordance with our values: Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, Accountability and Service. Inherent in these values is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.

This position has been designated as "Mobile" under MassHousing's AWS-hybrid work model. However, during the first 90 days, the employee may be expected in the office more frequently for training and onboarding.

As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for an exemption.

MassHousing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Rental Underwriter

Organization: MassHousing

Location: One Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108

Posting Closes: Close of Business on 4/7/2023

Website: www.masshousing.com

MassHousing recently affirmed its longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion in its 5-year Strategic Goals.

The Organization

MassHousing will confront the housing challenges facing the Commonwealth to improve the lives of its people. A bold mission for an innovative agency. Since its inception in 1966, MassHousing has provided more than $27.5 billion for more than 125,000 apartments and more than 105,000 home mortgage loans. Beyond lending, we also work to promote economic growth and empowerment for families, individuals, and businesses; help communities increase their housing stock; provide hope and homes for vulnerable populations, and look for new, cost-effective ways to provide equitable housing opportunities. We have a relentless determination to confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges and improve lives.

We know that we cannot meet our mission without a workforce that is committed to standing with us in our efforts. We achieve this by making investments in staff development and prioritizing individuals who align with our values including an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As an employee of MassHousing you are offered a great career opportunity which is more than a paycheck. MassHousing’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including but not limited to:

  • Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • A 35-hour work week and a hybrid work schedule
  • Back up Child/Elder Care
  • Retirement Savings including a pension and a deferred compensation plan (with a match)
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
  • 12 paid Holidays per year and generous sick, vacation, and personal time
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Central Boston office location, convenient to public transportation and amenities on site

If you're ready to join our dynamic team of mission driven professionals, this might be the job for you! Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a resume to MassHousing by logging in to https://prd01-hcm01.prd.mykronos.com/ta/6003873.careers?CareersSearch

Position Summary

The Rental Underwriter is primarily responsible for the prescreen review, underwriting, commitment and closing of multifamily loan transactions involving taxable or tax-exempt bond financing. The Rental Underwriter reports directly to the Senior Rental Underwriter. The Rental Underwriter works closely with Originators, Portfolio Managers and Legal to provide credit and structuring recommendations to meet Agency requirements relative to best practices, standards and Policy and Procedures.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prescreen, underwrite, and close multifamily loan transactions.
  • Provide strategic recommendations and solutions to Senior Rental Underwriters and Manager of Rental Underwriting.
  • Collaborate with internal staff including, but not limited to, legal, finance, origination, design & construction, rental management, and loan servicing.
  • Deliver excellent customer service to staff and business partners under tight deadlines.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Exceptional critical thinking, negotiation, problem-solving and effective time management skills.
  • Highly developed analytical skills.
  • Ability to multi-task, work both collaboratively and independently under minimal supervision.
  • Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Responsive with ability to anticipate problems and opportunities.
  • Broad knowledge of tax credit equity, government and private debt lending programs, including credit enhancement and rental subsidy programs.

Minimum Education and Training

  • Master's or professional degree or equivalent work experience required.
  • HUD-approved MAP underwriter preferred.
  • Three to five years of substantial experience in the debt financing, equity investment or asset management of affordable rental housing properties.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills required.

Salary Range: $101,287 - $131,673

All positions at MassHousing require a customer service mindset, in accordance with our values: Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, Accountability and Service. Inherent in these values is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.

This position has been designated as "Mobile" under MassHousing's Alternative Work Schedule (AWS)-hybrid work model. However, during the first 90 days, the employee may be expected in the office more frequently for training and onboarding.

As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for an exemption.

MassHousing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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