Position Summary The Market Manager plays a critical role in expanding Housing Connector’s impact and advancing housing stability within their assigned market. As the market’s day-to-day leader, this role owns the execution of local strategy and market-level program and community operations, builds deep and productive stakeholder relationships, and partners closely with the Regional Managing Director to scale Housing Connector’s model. Building on Housing Connector’s proven success, the Market Manager adapts best practices to local context, serves as a trusted resource to the housing ecosystem, and helps define the playbook for deepening partnerships with community organizations, housing providers, and government stakeholders. This role offers significant ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to demonstrate how Housing Connector scales market by market. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, action-oriented, and energized by building programs and relationships from the ground up. They are comfortable navigating ambiguity, balancing multiple priorities, and leading teams while driving measurable outcomes. Success in this role is measured by housing outcomes, partner experience, and overall market performance. This role requires experience applying an equity or social impact lens to real-world execution, where decisions directly affect people and communities. Key Responsibilities The responsibilities below represent the core functions of the role and are not intended to be exhaustive. Market Growth & Impact Grow Housing Connector’s presence by increasing number of people housed and demonstrating improved housing stability outcomes to nonprofit, government, and institutional partners. Identify and develop new partnership opportunities across public and private sectors to expand local impact. Own the overall health and performance of the market, balancing growth, partner experience, and measurable housing outcomes. Hold clear accountability for market-level results and continuously improve local operations to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of Housing Connector’s model.
Strategy Execution & Partnership Development Partner with the Regional Managing Director to design and execute scalable, market-specific strategies that: Deepen engagement with community and government partners Expand client stability supports Increase active unit utilization across the partner property portfolio
Build and manage strategic, long-term relationships with housing providers, community organizations, and key stakeholders. Lead the end-to-end community partnership experience, translating strong partner engagement into sustained referral volume and successful placements. Stakeholder & Customer Experience Leadership Deliver an outstanding experience for property, community, and government partners by proactively addressing operational challenges and ensuring timely, effective resolution. Serve as a trusted point of contact and relationship owner within the local housing ecosystem. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Infrastructure Work cross-functionally with Product, Property Growth, and Regional teams to identify, implement, and iterate on tools, processes, and infrastructure that improve efficiency and client outcomes. People Leadership Manage and develop the local team, providing coaching, direction, and performance support aligned with market goals. Skills & Qualifications Experience leading market-level, program, or community operations with clear accountability for service delivery and outcomes (e.g., startups, tech-enabled services, multi-site organizations, or complex ecosystems). Demonstrated experience delivering operational outcomes in social impact, public service, or community-based contexts, particularly in environments with complex stakeholder dynamics. Demonstrated ability to execute strategy in the field, manage day-to-day operational complexity, and solve problems while navigating ambiguity, limited structure, and competing priorities. Experience managing external partners in ongoing operational relationships, including setting expectations, resolving issues, and maintaining performance over time. Proven track record of owning results such as service delivery, utilization, placements, or operational performance. Experience leading and developing teams responsible for delivering services or outcomes, including performance management and prioritization. Ability to assess what is working, what is not, and make adjustments quickly based on data, observation, and feedback. Strong judgment and follow-through in complex, real-world environments where decisions have direct impact on people. Knowledge of the local community and ability to build credibility with key stakeholders. Spanish language proficiency required for effective communication with partners, tenants, and community stakeholders. Valid driver’s license and insurance.
Work Environment & Travel
This is a hybrid role based in the Miami metro area. The position combines remote work with regular in-person meetings and site visits throughout the local market. Expect to spend time in the field each week meeting with property partners, community organizations, and other stakeholders. The role also requires in-person collaboration with team members approximately one day per week, with the location varying based on business needs. Quarterly travel to Orlando is required for team meetings and planning and is typically completed as a day trip. Candidates must have reliable transportation and be comfortable traveling throughout the Miami area to support partners and market activities.
About Housing Connector
Housing Connector is a tech-enabled nonprofit working to reduce barriers to housing access and increase housing stability for individuals and families. We partner with property owners, housing providers, government agencies, and community organizations to make it easier for people with housing barriers to secure and maintain stable housing.
We believe no unit should sit vacant while people need a home. By combining cross-sector partnerships, practical solutions, and technology, we help communities use existing housing more effectively, creating faster housing placements and more sustainable outcomes for both residents and property partners.
Our work is grounded in collaboration, accountability, innovation, and a commitment to building systems that work better for everyone.
What We Offer
Housing Connector offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, equity, and professional growth, including:Comprehensive Health Coverage– Medical, dental, vision plans. We pay 100% of our employees’ premiums and 50% of their partners/dependents.Generous Paid Time Off– 22+ days PTO (in first year) and dedicated Community Service Leave.Extensive Holiday Schedule– Including a full week off in December.Paid Parental Leave– Supportive leave options for families.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)– Confidential resources for personal support.Life Insurance– Financial security for you and your loved ones.Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCRA)– Health and dependent care expense accounts.401(k) with Employer Match (6%)– Invest in your future.Professional Development Reimbursement– Annual reimbursement up to ($500) to enhance your skills.
Housing Connector is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.