Creating Opportunities
We’re a catalyst for economic prosperity and community growth. It takes jobs to make communities work.
Community development is more than laying bricks and mortar, it's about creating opportunities for successful living. That's why we hire from within the neighborhoods we work in. We also help students prepare for tomorrow's opportunities by offering scholarships and educational programs through our community partners.
"It’s all about making something of yourself." - Elizabeth Solano from Chicago, IL
Careers with HHDC
HHDC currently employs 175 people and often has employment opportunities to help manage and maintain our portfolio of properties.
Our for-profit general contractor, Tropic Construction, regularly hires local residents to help build its properties, and actively seeks relationships with Latino, African-American, and women-owned subcontractors.
Educational Opportunities
We offer students internship and scholarship opportunities through our scholarship program. We offer residents assistance with finding, holding and improving job skills. We offer education assistance and personal development opportunities to employees.
For Students
Roldán Scholarship Program - For Latino students is designed to give opportunities to students to obtain a graduate degree that combines academic and "hands on" experience in community development and real estate.
For Residents
At several locations, we have open computer lab sessions that provide assistance with resumes, job searches and upgrading computer skills.
For Employees
HHDC recognizes that the educational development of employees is important to its success, and encourages employees to engage in personal development activities. All full-time employees are eligible for preapproved education assistance, including degreed coursework.
Employees have engaged in a wide range of studies in areas including Property Management, Property Development, Construction, Human Resources, Architecture and Accounting/Finance. Many employees take advantage of courses offered by professional associations; others are enrolled in university degree programs. Contact us to learn more.
