About Us

For over eight decades, the Housing Authority Birmingham District (HABD) has been a committed leader in providing affordable housing for qualified families in the City of Birmingham. Our ultimate vision is to empower self-sufficiency, economic advancement and quality living for a successful future.

Our Mission

The mission of the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District is to provide the highest standard of affordable housing while fostering vibrant, inclusive communities and serving as a catalyst for opportunity. 

HABD’s leadership has continued to develop and grow programs, offerings and partnerships that help to promote self-sufficiency, empowerment and quality of life for personal and community success. Birmingham has the largest public housing authority in Alabama, serving more than 10,000 people.

Benefits of Working with HABD

Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability,  Workers' Compensation, Retirement Plan/Deferred Compensation, Paid Holiday (Federal & State), Paid Personal Days, Paid Sick Leave- Eight (8) hours Per Month, Paid Vacation:

Less than 90 days……………0 hours; 90 days to 5 years…………96 hours; 5-11 years………………………120 hours; 12-15 years……………………144 hours; 16+ years………………………160 hours

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

It is the policy of the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other condition protected by the law. No question on the application is asked for the purposes of limiting or excluding any applicants consideration for employment because of his/her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other disability protected by the law. 

Job Developer  (Full Time)
Department: Housing Operations

The Job Developer is responsible for creating job opportunities for participants of HABD's YouthBuild Program by researching, identifying, and soliciting commitments from possible sources of employment. The Job Developer works closely with the Program Manager and designated staff to ensure members are adequately prepared for entry-level job opportunities in various in-demand industries, including HABD, and to achieve placement and retention performance measures. As the Job Developer, you will assist participants in determining their career goals, preparing for post-secondary workforce pathways, identifying and following up on career opportunities, and working closely with the entire staff to build the young adults' leadership and employability skills. You should have a desire to assist youth with extreme barriers to success in obtaining life and career preparation skills necessary to become more independent, self-sufficient, and engaged in their future success.

All activities must support the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District's ("HABD" or "Authority") mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned as needed.

Refers participants to additional job skills development classes and provides further job search assistance or training.

Identify benefits of registered apprenticeship programs, continuing education through 2- and 4-year college, and direct employment.

Work closely with our local workforce investment board staff to engage local employers with open job orders within the targeted industries for our program.

Inform employers about the program, certifications, and skills of the participants and how the program can assist them in meeting their staffing needs.

Have weekly targeted goals for the number of employers they visit and the number of unsubsidized employment opportunities and internships they are able to secure.

Follow-up with employers after a participant is placed in employment or internship to ensure the participant meetsmeets expectations and identify additional skills participants may need to meet employer demands.

Follow up with YouthBuild Coach, define reporting efforts and collect program data.

Behavioral Competencies

This position requires the incumbent to exhibit the following behavioral skills:

Job Knowledge: Exhibits requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position effectively. Demonstrates knowledge of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, operational entities, requirements, and activities as they apply to the assigned organizational entity of HABD. Uses appropriate judgment & decision-making in accordance with the level of responsibility.

Commitment: Sets high-performance standards; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.

Customer Service:Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors, and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind. Recognizes work colleagues as customers.

Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing. Demonstrates attention to and conveys an understanding of the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.

Initiative:Proactively seeks solutions to resolve unexpected challenges.Actively assists others without formal/informal direction. Possesses the capacity to learn and actively seeks developmental feedback.Applies feedback for continued growth by mastering concepts needed to perform work.

Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness, holds oneself personally responsible for one's own work, and does a fair share of work.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Job Competencies

Strong commitment to helping young people succeed in an innovative training program to reorient their lives and nurture their leadership skills.

Ability to establish rapport and relate sensitively to a multiracial and multicultural group of young people.

Knowledge of human service, health, court, and criminal justice systems' programs, regulations, and procedures.

Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills; ability to relate to a wide range of issues, people, and institutions.

Excellent public speaking, listening, and written communication skills.

Non-judgmental attitude. Willingness to teach young people about service systems and decision-making processes. Ability to work as part of a team.

Education and/or Experience

Four years of counseling or crisis intervention experience with young adults.

Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, or related field, or equivalent working experience with young people.

Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to be insurable under HABD's automobile insurance plan at the standard rate.

Technical Skills

To perform this job successfully, the employee should have strong computer skills (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Must have the ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.

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 job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching, and grasping; operating computers and other office equipment; moving about the office, and attending onsite and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

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

Office environment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

This position is open until filled.