Julie Cooper
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Results-oriented professional with over 40 years of experience and proven knowledge of affordable homeownership advocacy and development, residential building and renovation, and real estate finance. Demonstrated expertise in all facets of the real estate transaction, from land acquisition to new construction for residential and commercial projects. Seeking to leverage abilities in planning, development, and implementation of affordable housing and community development to drive impactful change.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER and REAL ESTATE SECURITIZATION
STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinate with contracting specialists, clients, developers, and attorneys to ensure development and execution of contracts meets approved terms
- Coordinate and communicate with other private- and public-financing partners and third-party consultants involved with projects
- Troubleshoot and problem-solve contract, construction, and project schedule-related issues, including technical assistance and renegotiation of financial structure, when necessary
- Review additional HOME Program requirements that refers to Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) participants
- Ensure CHDO applicants and participants meet certification and re-certification eligibility requirements per Participating Jurisdiction policies and procedures
- Conduct environmental reviews as required by law in accordance to HUD 24CFR Part 50 and 58
- Ensure to integrate NEPA requirements with other planning and environmental review for all Federal Projects
CO-CHAIR - EVERGREEN FOR EVERYONE
Evergreen Home Loans
01.2022 - Current
- Scheduled program presentations to promote company programs and educate clients on offerings at our BIPOC initiatives
- Adapted to and remained flexible in changing, fast-paced work environment
- More than a Diversity and Inclusivity Initiative, Evergreen for Everyone is committed to community partnership in developing homeownership opportunities and employment opportunities in the BIPOC Communities in Kitsap County
DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & SR. LOAN OFFICER
Evergreen Home Loans
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Researched and analyzed member or community needs to determine program directions and goals
- Established and maintained relationships with other community agencies and real estate trade organizations to build referral base and meet community needs
- Provided direct service and support to clients, taking financial documentation and loan applications with appropriate authorizations, in preparation for underwriting approval
- Recruited, interviewed and participated in the hiring and onboarding of staff
- Represented Evergreen Home Loans in relations with builders, banks & credit unions, governmental and media institutions
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Community Resource Center - nonprofit outreach of Emmanual Apostolic Church
03.1998 - 03.2002
- Presided over and served on boards of directors, management committees and other governing boards
- Conferred with board members, organization officials and staff members to discuss issues, coordinate actions specific to the development of affordable housing
- Negotiated and approved contracts with suppliers and distributors
- Attended and participated in meetings of municipal councils and council committees, specifically City of Bremerton Department of Community Development in the use and administration of CDBG HOME funds in the development of affordable housing, both new construction, rehab/renovation and land acquisition for future projects
- Oversaw the construction or renovation of several hundred properties in our real estate inventory, developed to sell or lease to participants in our Homeownership Program.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - English
Olympic College
Bremerton, WAAssociate in Arts (A.A.) - Real Estate Services
Pierce College
Tacoma, WASkills
- Public Finance
- Project Tracking
- Community Development Processes
- Community Organization
- Development Activities
- Closing Procedures
- Grant Proposals
- Accounts Payable And Accounts Receivable
- Creative Solutions
- Cultural Development
- Community Partnerships
- Team Collaboration
- Client Needs Assessment
Certification
- National Mortgage Licensing System #1758656 in Washington (inactive)
- National Mortgage Licensing System #1758656 in Oregon (inactive)
- National Mortgage Licensing System #1758656 in Arizona (inactive)
- Past License WSBA Limited Practice Officer #9782 (inactive)
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER and REAL ESTATE SECURITIZATION
STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
04.2023 - Current
CO-CHAIR - EVERGREEN FOR EVERYONE
Evergreen Home Loans
01.2022 - Current
DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & SR. LOAN OFFICER
Evergreen Home Loans
01.2022 - 04.2023
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Community Resource Center - nonprofit outreach of Emmanual Apostolic Church
03.1998 - 03.2002
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - English
Olympic College
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Real Estate Services
Pierce College
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