Housing Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must have the ability to interpret and apply regulations pertaining to the program.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and have excellent interpersonal skills and possess strong computer and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Education equivalent to a four-year degree from a regionally accredited institution in Public Administration, Social Science or a closely related field.
• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible work experience for a public agency, or related work in the social service or community service field preferred.
• Alternatively, a two-year degree with four years of experience will satisfy the qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload of HCV participants.
• Conduct annual recertifications within required time frames.
• Complete interim recertifications as required.
• Conduct participant briefings.
• Process and monitor participant moves to a new dwelling.
• Determine housing assistance payment and tenant rent calculation.
• Educate participants on program requirements and family obligations.
• Resolve concerns between owners, tenants, and the Public Housing Authority (PHA).
• Process all transactions within the PHA’s required business systems.
• Maintain accurate and complete applicant/participant files.
• Provide excellent customer service to participants, landlords, co-workers, clients and vendors.
• Conduct all job functions in alignment with the PHA’s Administrative Plan, HUD regulations and other state and local requirements.
• Obtain certification in Housing Choice Voucher Specialist within 120 days of employment.
• Ensure regular attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.