THE PRACTICE |  HR&A’s Inclusive Cities practice works with cities, counties, philanthropies, and community partners to translate community priorities and political opportunity into durable systems change. Leveraging analytic rigor and meaningful community engagement, we work with partners inside and outside of government to disrupt traditional economic development processes, build greater political power for marginalized communities, increase public accountability, and institutionalize mechanisms for more just and equitable cities.

Our work spans equitable economic development and public investment strategies, housing and land use, workforce and education systems, public finance and community ownership models, and governance and transition planning. Across this work, we support visionary leaders and grassroots coalitions to move institutions from intention to implementation, embedding racial equity and economic justice into policies, budgets, and decision-making structures.

THE ROLE | HR&A is seeking a Principal in our New York office to play a critical role in serving our clients in the Inclusive Cities practice.  The Principal will:

1. run complex projects for our clients inside and outside of government;

2. help develop new areas of work leveraging their own background and expertise; and,

3. contribute to the firm’s overall culture and impact.

While the Principal’s scope varies based on focus areas, the expertise they bring, and business cycles, a Principal typically leads 4–8 concurrent projects; manages 2–10 staff and external subconsultants per engagement; works directly with organizational leaders, mayor’s offices, and agency leadership to guide strategic decision-making; and leads or co-leads proposals that generate new work and expand HR&A’s brand. Engagement examples include developing an in-depth playbook for implementation of a network of municipal grocery stores on behalf of a non-profit client, managing a transition process for a newly elected mayor of a major American city, directing a strategic refresh for a philanthropic client to “meet the moment,” creating a 10-year vision plan for a major American city around a set of targeted moonshots to increase economic mobility, and staffing a newly created non-profit organization to organize mayors and amplify their perspectives.

The right candidate will also bring a desire to leverage their own networks and experiences to design new projects for new clients that address new challenges faced by cities and those who care about them.

Principals are considered leaders within the practice and the firm, and are also expected to contribute to our collective knowledge, mentor younger staff, and embody the culture we seek to create in our cities.

This role is an opportunity to do career-defining work for visionary clients inside and outside of government in one of the most complex urban environments in the world.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

• Serve as the day-to-day project lead for public-sector, philanthropic, and quasi-public clients, ensuring work is grounded in political, fiscal, and operational realities.

• Lead complex client engagements from scoping through delivery, managing budgets, timelines, and multidisciplinary teams to produce clear, actionable recommendations.

• Translate policy goals into executable strategies, including program design, governance frameworks, capital strategies, and implementation roadmaps.

• Oversee rigorous analysis and deliverable production, maintaining high standards of clarity, accuracy, and usefulness for senior decision-makers.

• Manage and mentor project teams, providing direction, feedback, and support while fostering a culture of rigor, inclusion, and respect.

• Engage directly with senior public-sector and philanthropic leaders, supporting decision-making through developing structured options and implementation-focused guidance.

• Actively support business development by cultivating client relationships, contributing to proposals, and identifying opportunities aligned with the Inclusive Cities practice.

• Help define the direction and priorities of the Inclusive Cities practice, including refining methodologies, strengthening public-sector advisory capabilities, and supporting HR&A’s growth.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BRING: 

• 12+ years of relevant experience. 

• Substantial experience working in or with NYC government or comparably complex city systems, with a strong understanding of city operations, budgets, and political dynamics.

• Deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: equitable economic development, workforce and education systems, housing and land use, public finance, criminal legal system reform, or governance innovation.

• Demonstrated credibility with public-sector leaders, philanthropy, community-based organizations, and civic institutions.

• Experience navigating political and stakeholder dynamics to move work from ambition to implementation.

• Strong analytical and problem-structuring skills, with the ability to evaluate trade-offs and design actionable strategies.

• Excellent writing and presentation skills, tailored to policymakers, funders, and institutional leaders.

• Experience engaging communities in trust-building, non-extractive ways.

• Comfort using emerging analytical and productivity tools to support research, analysis, and deliverable development.

• Demonstrated commitment to racial and economic justice, collaborative leadership, and public service.

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least three days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams.

COMPENSATION | The annual base salary range for this position is between $155,600 and $184,260. This role is also eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls inside this pay range is dependent on experience.  We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.

HOW TO APPLY | HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, and high performing team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBT community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, click here. Please submit your cover letter and your resume as a single PDF document. Applications without this requested cover letter will not be reviewed.

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume and essay that has your school information removed. Please list your degree, e.g., B.A. Economics; however, remove all references to undergraduate and graduate schools you have attended.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

ABOUT US |   HR&A Advisors is an employee-owned advisory firm working at the intersection of government, philanthropy, and the built environment to advance equitable growth and quality of life in cities.

Over the past decade, HR&A has increasingly partnered with city governments, public authorities, and philanthropic institutions to address some of the most complex challenges facing urban communities—ranging from economic recovery and housing affordability to public finance, governance reform, and community wealth-building. Our work helps public leaders translate policy goals into implementable strategies, align capital with public purpose, and deliver outcomes that matter in people’s daily lives.

Across the U.S. and internationally, we support public-sector clients and their partners—community-based organizations, anchor institutions, and mission-aligned private capital—at moments of transition and opportunity. HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, Washington D.C., and the Bay Area. Our team includes former city officials, public-sector executives, planners, economists, lawyers, and development professionals who bring lived experience inside the institutions we advise.

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our staff.

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here.

ABOUT YOU | You are a strategic thinker with a passion for equitable urban development, housing affordability, and inclusive communities. You bring hands-on experience in land use planning, real estate, economic development, or public policy, and are excited to lead complex projects that shape the future of cities. You are a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is eager to mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of the firm.

THE ROLE | HR&A is seeking to hire a Director for Planning and Real Estate in our New York office. Directors are experienced professionals who lead project teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development.

Day-to-day tasks vary by project and may include:

• Managing internal and external teams to deliver complex public investment, real estate, and economic development strategies

• Advising on land use principles and processes, zoning, and other regulatory considerations

• Leading market feasibility research, business planning, and fiscal and economic impact studies

• Designing public-private partnership strategies and public policy frameworks

• Conducting and reviewing pro forma analysis for a range of uses

• Reviewing and presenting client deliverables, including memos, reports, and presentations

• Supporting and leading business development efforts, including proposal writing and client outreach

• Mentoring junior staff and contributing to internal equity and inclusion initiatives

This position offers significant leadership opportunities and the chance to shape the future of cities through innovative, equity-centered solutions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | Successful candidates will bring strong quantitative and qualitative skills, a demonstrated capacity for leadership, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today.

Qualifications include:

• 8-12 years of experience in land use planning, economic development, real estate, housing, public policy, or related consulting fields, preferably with at least 3 years in the public sector

• Substantial project management experience developing and steering land use economic development, real estate, or affordable housing projects and proposals

• Knowledge of New York City land use and economic development context, stakeholders, regulations, and approval processes, with interest to work beyond New York City and State

• Excellent writing and presentation skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and mentor junior staff

• Strong client management and communication skills

• Proficiency in common AI tools and understanding of limitations of AI tools

• Demonstrated interest in using emerging AI tools to accelerate data analysis, deliverable production and other specialized methodologies

• Master’s degree in city planning, economic development, real estate, public policy, business, or a related field preferred (additional experience may substitute for a graduate degree)

• A passion for community development, and inclusive urban growth

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least two days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams.

COMPENSATION | The base salary range for this position is $131,600 – $153,779, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls inside this pay range is dependent on experience.  We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.

HOW TO APPLY | HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, competitive team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, click here. Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single PDF document. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed. 

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume that has your school information removed. Please list your degree (e.g., B.A. Economics), but remove all references to undergraduate and graduate school names.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

ABOUT US |   HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities.

We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives.

From Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans and then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets.

Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments.

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, Washington D.C. and the Bay Area. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists.

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our staff.

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here.

THE ROLE | HR&A’s Housing Affordability Practice is seeking a full-time Director to join our Los Angeles office or Bay Area collab space. Directors are seasoned career professionals with 8-12 years of professional experience in project management, real estate, economic development, affordable housing, or related consulting fields, and must demonstrate critical analytic thinking skills to serve our clients, possess a passion for intelligent urban development, and have a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities. 

Successful candidates will have relevant project management experience in housing policy, housing market analysis, housing regulations, affordable housing finance or related consulting fields. Day-to-day tasks will require managing internal and external teams to complete complex housing assignments, including housing market analysis and needs assessments, pro forma analysis for affordable and market rate housing, public-private partnership strategy, and public policy program design. Experience in California housing policy and regulations and familiarity with affordable housing finance in California is strongly preferred. 

The Director will develop, review, and present client deliverables – including memos, reports, and PowerPoint presentations – and will support the firm’s business development efforts. Successful candidates will bring a strong foundation of California-based housing market, policy and/or finance expertise and an interest in creative public-private solutions, as well as significant capacity for leadership. 

Depending on the project, Directors may expect their work to include:   

• managing internal and external teams to complete complex housing assignments including housing market analysis and needs assessments 
• pro forma analysis for affordable and market rate housing 
• public-private partnership strategy and financing 
• public policy program design 
• reviewing and presenting client deliverables, including memos, reports, financial models and PowerPoint presentations aimed at technical and non-technical audiences 
• supporting the firm’s business development efforts, including proposal drafting, team building, leading interviews with potential clients, and identifying new business opportunities  

THE PRACTICE | HR&A’s Housing Affordability Practice works at all levels of the housing ecosystem. We create housing plans and strategies based on local needs and priorities. We design and implement solutions, from inclusionary zoning policies to affordable housing investment funds. And we underwrite and close housing transactions on behalf of public and private sector clients.  This range of work, from planning to deal making, makes us better at designing policies and local housing plans that achieve their goals in practice and at integrating public incentives into individual projects. We enjoy understanding and working with the complexities of the housing market to advance the interests of all parties.   

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | We are looking for candidates with a strong background in housing policy and related fields, a passion for urban development, and the ability to lead and manage complex projects. Ideal Director candidates will bring substantial expertise and capabilities aligned with the roles and responsibilities described above, including: 

• 8–12 years of work experience in housing policy, housing regulation analysis and design, housing market analysis, affordable housing finance, and/or consulting in a related field 
• project management experience for consulting engagements in a relevant field in California is preferred 
• substantial project management experience in housing-related specializations 
• excellent writing and presentation skills 
• mentoring capabilities 
• high motivation and independent thinking 
• poise for direct client interaction 
• potential for rapid professional growth 
• Master’s degree, preferably in housing policy, real estate, city planning, economics, public administration, economic development, and/or business (considerable additional experience in a closely related field may substitute for a graduate degree) 

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least two days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams. 

COMPENSATION | The base salary range for this position is $131,600 – $149,300, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls inside this pay range is dependent on experience.  We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.    

HOW TO APPLY | HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, competitive team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.    

To apply, click here. Please submit your cover letter and your resume as a single PDF document. Applications without this requested cover letter will not be reviewed.    

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume and cover letter that has your school information removed. Please list your degree, e.g., B.A. Economics; however, remove all references to undergraduate and graduate schools you have attended.   

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.    

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.   

ABOUT US |   HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities.       

We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives.      

From Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans and then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets.      

Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments.      

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, and Washington D.C. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists.       

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our staff.   

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here.    

HR&A is seeking an initiative-taking and experienced Controller with 10 – 14 years of accounting experience, including 3 – 5 years of experience in a senior and supervisory financial role. The Controller will manage our accounting team and oversee all financial transaction processing, vendors, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, reporting, and financial compliance functions. This role is based in our New York office.  The ideal candidate has worked in a professional services firm, managed all aspects of the firm’s books, and understands the ins and outs of accounting and reporting in accordance with GAAP. The Controller will have the opportunity to build out processes, develop structures, and organize the team to support HR&A’s high growth.  They will be a key player in helping the organization create the infrastructures, platforms, and systems needed to support our ambitious goals for the future.

Management 

• Plan, organize, and monitor the daily activities of the Finance and Accounting function including:  
• Client invoicing to meet revenue targets. 
• Monitoring and reporting receivables and supporting collections. 
• Accounts payable processing, expense controls, contractor and sub-contractor payments, and employee expense reimbursement. 
• Cash analysis, reporting and liquidity management. 
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with client service teams and corporate functions (including the People, IT, Facilities, and Growth teams) to ensure seamless financial operations. 
• Manage, coach, develop, evaluate, and grow the members of the Finance and Accounting function including full time employees, contractors, and temporary staff. 

Accounting and Systems 

• Oversee all journal entries, ledgers, and chart of accounts with attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Ensure timely periodic accounting processes are completed on time and with accuracy (weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually) such as closing the books, account reconciliations, and year-end close out. 
• Own and manage the firm’s core accounting and related financial processing systems, ensuring they are optimally configured, and functionalities are fully exploited to support automation and data integration and reduce manual steps and re-work.  
• Develop and maintain internal controls for data, access, and security. 
• Manage, organize, and control access to all accounting and finance information and files. 

Compliance and Reporting 

• Manage the firm’s annual financial audit, liaise with our external auditor, and ensure the process is timely and accurate.  
• Oversee all tax preparations for the firm, manage the firm’s tax accounting service, ensure all filing deadlines and requirements are met, and communicate tax and audit status as needed to senior leadership. 
• Manage all processes and compliance requirements for the firm’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan including distributions, contributions, audits, and valuations. 
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and procedures. 
• Provide tools and reports to help client service teams and internal corporate functions track and hit financial objectives. 
• Stay informed and up to date on industry trends and changes in accounting regulations to ensure compliance. 

THE OPPORTUNITY | HR&A’s Finance and Accounting team provides all financial transaction processing, banking, budgeting, compliance, and financial analysis and reporting for the firm. The Finance and Accounting team is a crucial part of our Growth, People, and Operations (GPO) centralized corporate organization. Our Finance and Accounting function includes: accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, accounting, compliance, budgeting, utilization tracking, and analysis and reporting. The team reports to our Chief Operating and Finance Officer.  

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | Successful candidates will bring strong analytical, accounting, project management, and team management capabilities.  These capabilities would be reflected in: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.   
• 10 – 14 years of increasing levels of experience with accounting responsibility, including 3 – 5 years of experience as a Controller or Director of Accounting.   
• CPA certification and mastery of GAAP accounting standards. 
• Experience managing people and accounting functions. 
• Demonstrated expertise in the use, configuration, and optimization of accounting systems for financial services organizations, and comfort with using technology to streamline accounting processes.   
• Ability to apply structure problem-solving to complex issues and ability to drive data-driven decision-making. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least two days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams.   

COMPENSATION | The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $170,000, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls inside the pay range is dependent on experience. We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Options Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.     

HOW TO APPLY | HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, competitive team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.   

To apply, click here. Please submit your resume as a single PDF document. 

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume and resume that has your school information removed. Please list your degree, e.g., B.A. Economics; however, remove all references to undergraduate and graduate schools you have attended.  

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.    

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.  

ABOUT US |  HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities.  We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives.         

From Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans and then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets.     

Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments.      

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, and Washington D.C. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists.        

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our staff.    

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here.  

We are seeking a Principal to join us in our Dallas, TX office.
The Principal will manage multiple projects in ways that support our clients in deepening the impact of their work; serve as a thought leader who supports the growth of the Inclusive Cities practice, with an emphasis on Texas and the Southwest; serve as a senior leader in the Dallas office, supporting and mentoring staff and building HR&A’s brand and presence in Texas; and build community so other employee-owners see the Dallas office and the Inclusive Cities practice as intellectual and professional homes within the company.

A core responsibility of the Principal will be managing the newest phase of HR&A’s long-standing engagement with the City of Dallas focused on developing the tools, systems, policies, and practices for City leadership and staff to implement the Equitable Economic Development Policy. Since mid-2021, HR&A has been working with executive leadership, elected officials, and staff across many departments to craft policies and programs, engage communities, and implement actions that advance the mission and vision of the Policy, which focused on addressing barriers to equitable development in Dallas. In 2024-25, HR&A’s work with the City is focused on historic and cultural preservation, housing tools and programs, small business and workforce capacity building, and community development functions. Contributing to our role as advisors and staff capacity, the Principal will manage day-to-day project delivery, client communication, and team coordination in close collaboration with multiple HR&A Partners and staff across several offices (including the Dallas office), engaging regularly with senior leaders inside and outside City Hall.  Typically, Principals manage multiple projects and business development efforts concurrently. On each project, Principals are responsible for:

• Working closely with the Partner to understand the client’s objectives and the context within which they work.
• Working closely with the Partner to define the opportunity for impact and proposed strategic and analytic approach to supporting the client.
• Developing proposals and pitch materials, and supporting the Partner in negotiating contracts, to solidify an agreement between the client and HR&A.
• Creating proactive work plans, onboarding project team members, developing assignments and supervising all of the project team’s work, and managing project budgets – all in service of delivering high-quality work that positions our client to make the impact they seek.
• Developing and maintaining strong partnership with the client, providing strategic guidance to support them in leveraging HR&A’s work to make the impact they seek.

Responsibilities of the Inclusive Cities Principal in Dallas will also include:

• Close partnership with Partners in the Inclusive Cities practice and in the Dallas office to support the growth and development of their work.
• Represent HR&A and the Inclusive Cities practice externally at events and in professional associations.
• Develop and manage tools and methodologies that support the growth of the Inclusive Cities practice and upend traditional approaches to economic development such that the company’s overall work and other practice areas are enriched.
• Engage in internal companywide activities that advance HR&A’s commitment to Anti-Racism.
• Train and mentor staff across the company, especially in Texas.

THE PRACTICE | HR&A’s Inclusive Cities practice translates the ideas of communities and their advocates into meaningful systems change within local government. Working with visionary clients from grassroots activists to elected city and county leaders, we leverage our deep understanding of government, knowledge of local and private economic forces, and analytical rigor to promote social and economic justice. We launch programs that center racial equity, advance social and economic justice, and inform policy. We work with local governments to define, evaluate, and implement processes and policies that actively promote inclusion and serve their constituents. We partner with communities so that they can be the most effective at using the levers available to them to make more equitable projects, neighborhoods, and cities.

To learn more about the Inclusive Cities practice and recent/current projects, visit https://www.hraadvisors.com/inclusive-cities/.

THE DALLAS OFFICE | The person in this role will work out of our Dallas office which is located in the East Quarter of Downtown Dallas.  Opened in 2015, HR&A’s Dallas office anchors our services to diverse clients across Texas and the Southwest and has grown into a diverse and passionate team that collaborate with colleagues in Texas and across the country on some of the most consequential projects in the state and region. In just the last couple of years, HR&A has led or contributed meaningfully to the Texas Digital Opportunity Plan, implementation of the Ion Innovation District in Houston, visioning for Panther Island in Fort Worth, crafting of equitable TOD tools in Austin, real estate and innovation strategies for Dallas College, and analysis of the affordable housing gap in Dallas for the Child Poverty Action Lab. We serve public, private, and nonprofit clients across the state who are working to deliver some of the most creative, challenging, and transformative policies and projects.

The Dallas office is collegial, collaborative, and fun! You can read more about the first-hand experience of being part of HR&A’s team in Texas here.

ABOUT YOU | We are seeking a seasoned leader with experience managing significant initiatives that have strengthened a local government’s ability to address community needs to help lead projects within our Inclusive Cities practice, with a particular focus on deepening our impact in Texas and the Southwest.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Exceptional critical thinking skills, a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities involved in local governance, and a commitment to proactively address and advance economic justice and racial equity.
• Substantial project management experience, with at least 10 years of relevant work experience, with at least five of these years in a leadership role managing a team.
• Experience working on or leading fast-paced, collaborative teams, including scoping, structuring, creating, and reviewing deliverables, and producing high-quality, on-time results.
• Expertise in local government operations and policy, with an understanding of core local government functions (such as developing and adopting a budget, procurement, or regulatory authority) and how they impact communities, real estate projects, businesses, and other ‘clients’ of government, and how these functions can be improved to be more effective and equitable.
• Deep knowledge of one of the policy areas on which the Inclusive Cities practice focuses, with knowledge of effective practices that promote economic justice and racial equity within the policy area.
• A strong local network, with demonstrated creditability among regional public, philanthropic, business, and/or community-based organizations.
• Experience directly supporting executives and high-level decision makers, with a track record of developing analysis and recommendations to support them in making well-informed and impactful decisions.
• Fluency in how political and power dynamics shape policy outcomes, with experience working directly with community members and their advocates to inform local government’s policies and practices.
• Proven ability to lead teams and strengthen organizations, marked by being innovative, collaborative, decisive, and known for getting things done.
• Quantitative expertise and the ability to interpret technical analysis to serve our clients, including an understanding of data’s limitations and a commitment to using it to quantify the ways in which inequity persists in cities and to project the impact of new policies, programs, and projects.
• An understanding of the fundamentals of real estate, public finance, and/or community development, and the ways that public-private partnership, economic development tools, and other levers of government can influence projects in equitable (or inequitable) ways.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, including the ability to build a persuasive argument and effectively engage internal and external audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills that reflect honesty, integrity, respect, inspiration, and teamwork.
• Strong project-level budgeting and financial management skills.
• Patience, a sense of humor, humility, and willingness to be a teacher and learner within the company.
• Ambition and creativity about new ways in which our company’s knowledge and expertise can be deployed.

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least two days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams.

COMPENSATION | The annual base salary range for this position is between $152,500 and $175,400. This role is also eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls inside this pay range is dependent on experience.  We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year. The firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.

HOW TO APPLY | HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, and high performing team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBT community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, click here. Please submit your cover letter and your resume as a single PDF document. Applications without this requested cover letter will not be reviewed.

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume and essay that has your school information removed. Please list your degree, e.g., B.A. Economics; however, remove all references to undergraduate and graduate schools you have attended.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

ABOUT US |   HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities.

We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives.

From Brooklyn to Los Angeles, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets.

Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations and governments.

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, and Washington D.C. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists.

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our employees.

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