Beaufort, South Carolina, October 8, 2025
News Summary
Julie Davis has stepped down from her role as the executive director of the Beaufort Housing Authority. The board accepted her resignation, effective October 8. Davis will assist with advisory support until the end of the year. Following her departure, Board Chairman Ethan James will oversee daily operations as the search for a new executive director begins. Davis, appointed in April 2024, has been instrumental in public housing redevelopment efforts. The agency manages 293 public housing units and provides assistance for an additional 647 units.
Beaufort, South Carolina – Julie Davis has resigned as the executive director of the Beaufort Housing Authority (BHA). The BHA board accepted her resignation on October 1, 2025, with her last working day set for October 8, 2025. Davis intends to pursue new opportunities and spend more time with her family. She will continue to be available for advisory support through the end of the year.
Following a board meeting on September 23, 2025, which discussed personnel and legal matters related to Davis, the board authorized a settlement and release agreement during a closed session. However, details of the settlement or the specific circumstances surrounding her departure remain undisclosed.
On an interim basis, Board Chairman Ethan James will oversee day-to-day operations until a new executive director is appointed. The board had convened a special meeting on October 6, but Davis’s separation was not included on the agenda for that meeting.
Davis was appointed as the executive director of the BHA in April 2024. Before her tenure at the BHA, she was affiliated with the S.C. State Housing Finance and Development Authority and the Humanities Foundation. During her time with the BHA, she was involved in early redevelopment efforts for two significant public housing sites: Marsh Pointe and Sandalwood Terrace. The aim was to transition these apartments from public housing to project-based vouchers, facilitating better housing outcomes for residents.
The BHA currently manages a total of 293 subsidized public housing units across seven locations within Beaufort County. Additionally, the agency provides housing assistance to an extra 647 units. The funding for the BHA primarily comes from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development as well as the South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority.
The executive director position at the BHA has a salary range between $100,000 and $150,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Davis expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the Beaufort community and noted that it was time for her to transition to new endeavors.
Key Features of Beaufort Housing Authority Executive Director Resignation
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Resignation Date | October 1, 2025 |
| Last Working Day | October 8, 2025 |
| Interim Leadership | Ethan James (Board Chairman) |
| Previous Experience | S.C. State Housing Finance and Development Authority, Humanities Foundation |
| Public Housing Units Managed | 293 |
| Additional Housing Assistance Units | 647 |
| Executive Director Salary Range | $100,000 – $150,000 |
FAQs
What was the date of Julie Davis’s resignation?
Julie Davis resigned as the executive director of the Beaufort Housing Authority on October 1, 2025.
What will be Julie Davis’s last working day?
Her last day in the role is October 8, 2025.
Who will manage the Beaufort Housing Authority after Davis’s resignation?
Board Chairman Ethan James will oversee day-to-day operations until a new executive director is appointed.
How many subsidized public housing units does the BHA manage?
The BHA manages a total of 293 subsidized public housing units across seven locations in Beaufort County.
What is the salary range for the executive director position?
The salary range for the executive director position is between $100,000 and $150,000, based on qualifications and experience.
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- Post and Courier: Beaufort Housing Authority Executive Director Resigns
- Island Packet: Beaufort News
- Carolina Coast Online: Beaufort News
- Google Search: Beaufort Housing Authority
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Housing Authority
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