Housing Assistant

Kenaitze Indian Tribe • Kenai, AK

9h

About The Position

This is a support position for the Housing Program. The incumbent will assist the Housing Representative in case files management, property management, recordkeeping, along with other duties as assigned by the Housing Representative. It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• One (1) year of administrative or clerical work experience
• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy , or obtain within 90 days of hire, or, with approval of the hiring manager, sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in lieu of having a driver's license to perform the required duties of the position (If Applicable)
• Willingness to travel overnight/out-of-state
• Ability to lift program materials weighing up to 30lbs
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to handle customer complaints in a professional manner
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
• Basic office organizational skills; filing, operating copier/fax, and phone
• Knowledge and ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining files on housing clients and properties
• Data Entry
• Assist in compiling and preparing program and grant reports
• Assist with the completion of grant objectives
• Assist the Safehome Crew in completing environmental impact evaluations for each project
• Assist in the screening of potential housing clients
• Develop and maintain client case records through personal interview, phone contacts and collateral contacts to support authorization and/or deny application of person(s) ineligibility for services using confidentiality in accordance with the Tribe's policies and procedures
• Maintain a good working relationship with other community programs and agencies
• Attend staff and Tribally Designated Housing Entity meetings as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees