Housing Assistant Orange County Government - 3.8 Orlando, FL Job Details Full-time $23.89 - $31.05 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Writing skills Customer inquiry handling Full Job Description Job

ID 40590

Location Housing & Commu Development Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Overview At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals. The Housing and Community Development Division is seeking two qualified individuals to fill the position of Housing Assistant . This position is responsible for assisting in administrative work for a variety of federal, state and local affordable housing programs to include the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8), Housing Rehabilitation program, and the Down Payment Assistance Program. This position is also responsible for assisting in determining eligibility across a wide spectrum of housing programs and will also provide technical assistance to other sections within the division, non-profit organizations, landlords, realtors and lenders. Work is performed under the general direction of the Program Manager and performance is evaluated through observations for accuracy, efficiency and achievement of desired results.

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This position is in the Housing Rehabilitation Program under the Housing Development Section. Job Description Representative Duties/Assignments Interviews and /or reviews potential client's applications for eligibility of various housing programs. Calculates household income based on the criteria established for each program. Enters data and case notes in specialized programmatic software systems. Interprets and communicates program guidelines to clients and the public. Reviews credit reports, home inspections, bank statements and other documents. Prepares correspondence and emails to communicate with clients, landlords, other Divisions, nonprofits and other housing partners. Responsible for case management files and appointment schedule. Responds to client inquiries, as well as works with property owners, property managers, and realtors. Prepares County note and deeds for recording according to program guidelines Reviews and processes loan pay-offs, loan subordination request and prepares satisfaction of liens. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two years of experience in real estate, case management, interviewing, assessment or administrative experience in the area of social services or public assistance; or an equivalent combination of relevant education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. Must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Preferences This position requires great organization and customer services skills. Strong analytical skills and experience with income calculations and interpreting federal assistance programs regulations. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products

Application Deadline Open Date:

09/30/2026

Close Date:

10/14/2026 This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information Pay Grade:

014 - From $23.89 to $31.05

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Placement based on Education and Experience Benefits 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually. 18 days paid time off per year. Longevity bonus based on years of service. 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually. Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance. Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one. Participation in the Florida Retirement System. Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc. Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers. Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse. Tuition reimbursement program. Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer:

Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements. For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx Veterans Preference If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder. Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number.

•If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. Educational Requirements If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense. Address 525 E South Street Orlando, FL 32801 Notes Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check. #INDHP