Housing Specialist I
Job Description:
Determine eligibility and continued participation for HOC Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing applicants and families. Duties include interviewing clients, certifying, recertifying annuals and interims, processing rent increases requests, negotiating rent amounts with landlords. Completing data entry, advising participants and landlords of program rules and regulations. Provide customer service to internal and external customers. Market the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Monitor clients for program compliance. Submit referrals as needed. Incumbent must have transportation as this position may work from various office locations.
Preferred Skills:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Public Administration, Government or related field
Minimum of two (2) years experience in subsidized housing or related field
Strong communication skills and good customer service are required
Knowledge of, or the ability to acquire knowledge of, subsidized housing program guidelines and federal, state and local landlord-tenant laws is necessary
Must obtain program certification within six (6) months of hire
Experience in the Housing Choice Voucher, Tax Credit or other subsidized program is a plus
Must have great verbal and written communication skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft OfficeEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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