Senior Occupancy Specialist

About the position

The Washington County Department of Housing Services is currently recruiting for a full-time Senior Occupancy Specialist. This advanced-level position provides crucial support to our special purpose voucher programs, as well as to program staff within the department. In this role, you will collaborate directly with program participants, landlords, community providers, and the general public. The Senior Occupancy Specialist will be responsible for preparing letters, memos and reports, as well as offering support and leadership to peers and staff members in delivering case management and services to participants. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with program regulations, facilitating communication among stakeholders, and providing guidance and support to both participants and staff. Successful candidates will have skills and understanding about leadership and 'big picture' programs, as well as possess organization skills, mentorship experience, and a self-driven approach to work. They will also perform analysis of workflow systems and provide recommendations with solutions for improvement to management, conduct quality reviews and audits of client and computer files and reports, inspection reports, and work on special projects as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program participants, landlords, community providers, and the general public.
• Prepare letters, memos, and reports.
• Provide support and leadership to peers and staff members.
• Ensure compliance with program regulations.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and support to participants and staff.
• Perform analysis of workflow systems and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct quality reviews and audits of client and computer files and reports.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of work experience in housing programs, case management, residential services, or other social services.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Possession of Certification in the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program or Certification as a Specialist of Occupancy - Housing Choice Voucher (CS)-HCV).
• Must pass a criminal background check post-offer.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Job stability.
• Opportunity to serve and support a diverse community.