Austin, Texas is working to improve how its housing programs advance economic mobility and expand access to long-term financial opportunity for all residents. The FUSE Executive Fellow will develop data-driven strategies to evaluate program effectiveness, strengthen housing initiatives, and explore sustainable financing models to support first-time homebuyers and income-restricted renters. Ultimately, this will help Austin enhance its housing system, support upward mobility, and foster a more inclusive and financially resilient community.
Beginning in November 2025, the FUSE Executive Fellow will work with the City of Austin Housing Department, internal city partners, and community stakeholders to evaluate and strengthen how the city’s housing programs support residents’ financial progress. This work will help Austin build on its existing housing and anti-displacement strategies by improving measurement, aligning programs with upward mobility goals, and identifying sustainable tools to expand housing opportunities.