Housing Specialist - Affordable Housing Programs

CGI Group Inc.•Columbus, OH

70d•$31,200 - $69,200•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to make a real impact while gaining valuable experience in the affordable housing space? CGI Federal's Housing Sector team is hiring temporary full-time Housing Specialists to support our work with public housing authorities (PHAs) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This is a great opportunity to join a mission-driven team and help families access safe, stable housing. This project runs from mid-December 2025 through mid-April 2026, and while the role is temporary, we anticipate the possibility of follow-on permanent employment on other Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) projects for strong performers. This is an onsite position that can be located in either Columbus, OH or Belton, TX

Requirements

Associate's degree required (Bachelor's preferred), ideally in Business, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field
At least 1 year of customer service experience (housing, real estate, or social services experience is a plus)
Strong attention to detail and time management skills
Comfort with math and financial calculations
Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
Ability to learn and navigate multiple systems
Must be able to obtain HCVP Specialist certification within one year (we'll help you get there)

Nice To Haves

Experience with housing software systems is a plus

Responsibilities

Reviewing applications and verifying eligibility
Calculating income, rent, and subsidy amounts
Managing re-certifications, program moves, and portability requests
Communicating with landlords and tenants to resolve questions and ensure smooth processing
Using CGI's internal systems and Microsoft Office tools to track and document case activity
Staying up to date on HUD policies and your local PHA's administrative plan