The Director of Homeless Systems will lead and manage efforts to improve the homelessness response system in Waco, TX. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong ability to promote collaboration and coordination among diverse groups. They will be dedicated to achieving results in a dynamic environment, capable of managing a substantial workload while maintaining attention to detail. This position requires high energy and strong professional, interpersonal, presentation, and motivational skills. This role offers the opportunity to engage with policymakers, state and local leaders, as well as housing and service providers, to build capacity, enhance partnerships, and develop innovative programs aimed at reducing homelessness across a six-county region.

The person in this role will coordinate the local Continuum of Care (CoC) efforts, preparing and submitting collaborative funding applications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and fostering a collaborative approach to address homelessness across a diverse coalition of community stakeholders. This position will require a self-starter with a unique combination of technical expertise in homelessness support systems and strong relationship-building skills to build trust and create an inclusive system of services.