Housing Specialist I
City of Eureka Housing Authority and County of Humboldt Housing Authority
Posted: June 15, 2021
EUREKA HOUSING AUTHORITY
Job Description
Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.
Job Title: Housing Specialist I Date: Effective May 2021
Under the Direction of: Housing Programs Specialist Supervisor
Grade: 103 / $3,215.00 per month FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Application Closing Date: Open until filled
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs duties in either Public Housing, intake or Section 8. This is the entry level specialist position in the department. The Housing Specialist I primarily works with the HUD Section 8 Program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PUBLIC HOUSING DUTIES
Performs eligibility screening, placement and ongoing case management for all public housing clients in PHA owned units.
Explains tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities and program rules regulations and penalties.
Makes referrals to community agencies and resources.
Establishes and maintains program records and files.
Maintains a computerized system for units under management.
Annually verifies family eligibility.
Prepares HUD and other reports.
Answers questions from the public about Housing Authority Programs.
SECTION 8 DUTIES
Establishes initial placement and on-going case management for Section 8 participants.
Briefs families to explain program rules and regulations.
Issues certificates and vouchers for eligible applicants.
Prepares leases contracts and other documents related to the Housing Assistance Program.
Maintains lease registers, check registers, cash disbursement journals.
Issues checks for Section 8 programs.
Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Determines rent amounts.
Performs a variety of clerical office duties including; typing, filing, copying, mail distribution, reception,
Performs related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be: High School Diploma. AA preferred. One year of experience in public contact.
Valid CA driver’s license. CPR and First Aid Certificate.
Interested persons should inquire by emailing Heather Humphreys at heatherh@eurekahumboldtha.org. In your email, please use a subject line of “Housing Specialist I”. In the email body please request an application package. The package will include a job description, a benefit and salary description, and application for employment. This package may also be picked up at the application box located at the exterior of the front entrance of Housing Authority main office at 735 West Everding Street, Eureka, CA.
Applicants are required to return a letter of interest and resume along with the standard application included in the package. Application packets that are incomplete will not be considered.
Interviews will be scheduled as soon as possible. A hiring decision will be made after completion of the interviews. At the time of the job offer the position is available contingent on a successful background check and a work fitness exam.
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