Habitat for Humanity of Oregon announces new Director of Lending position
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Habitat for Humanity of Oregon is excited to announce a new leadership role — the Director of Lending. This full-time position marks an important milestone in our organization’s continued growth and expanding impact across the state.
As an emerging Community Development Financial Institution, Habitat Oregon is committed to strengthening pathways to affordable homeownership, particularly for families and individuals in rural and underserved communities. The Director of Lending will play a central role in advancing this mission by developing new lending products, stewarding our loan portfolio, and ensuring compliance with all CDFI and fiscal reporting requirements.
As a member of Habitat Oregon’s leadership team, the Director of Lending will work closely with local Habitat affiliates, financial institutions, foundations, and community partners to expand lending capacity and deepen collaboration statewide. Over time, the role will also support long-term organizational sustainability by generating earned income to strengthen operations and resilience.
Who should apply
Habitat Oregon is seeking a collaborative leader with experience in community lending, CDFI operations, affordable housing finance, or related fields. Ideal candidates bring a strong commitment to housing justice, thoughtful relationship-building skills, and a desire to apply their financial expertise in a mission-driven environment.
Applicants who reflect the diversity and lived experiences of the communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply, including people of color, people living with disabilities, first-generation college graduates, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others whose perspectives enhance our work.
Position details
- Title: Director of Lending
- Status: Full-time, exempt
- Salary: $110,000 to $128,000, depending on experience
- Work model: Hybrid, with occasional in-person meetings in Portland and statewide travel
- Benefits: Medical and vision insurance, dental coverage (cafeteria plan), generous paid leave, paid holidays, 3% retirement match, and monthly cell phone stipend
Apply today
To apply, candidates should send a cover letter and resume to tam@habitatoregon.org with the subject line: Director of Lending from [Your Name] with pronouns optional
Initial interviews will be conducted by Zoom, with finalists meeting additional members of the Habitat Oregon team either virtually or in person. The anticipated start date is Jan. 21, 2026, with flexibility for the right candidate.
This new role reflects Habitat Oregon’s continued commitment to evolving and expanding our impact statewide. If you or someone you know is passionate about housing equity and community-centered finance, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of affordable homeownership in Oregon.