Housing Specialist (Bilingual English/Spanish, Leasing Experience)

Non-exempt position that administers the HCV/Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) and Public Housing programs and Affordable Apartments in accordance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Washington State Landlord/Tenant Law regulations and HACPFC policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Determine HCV/Section 8, Public Housing, and Affordable Apartments eligibility; calculate rents for admission, interim, annual, and special re-examinations. Review applications for completion and conduct reference checks. Contact applicants for further information regarding admissions and continued assistance. Help families find appropriate housing. Maintain participant files and records for all Housing Authority HCV/Section 8, Public Housing and Affordable Apartments programs. Verify participant income and family status. Enter supplied participant and/or landlord information into Housing software. Prepare and verify HAP invoice/utility statements. Prepare monthly/annual program utilization reports. Assist in annual review of the Fair Market Rent Study. Compile information and documentation for rent reasonableness data. Brief landlords on program requirements, Housing Quality Standards (HQS), and Housing Authority, local, State and Federal policies. Recruit landlords through outreach methods. Mediate disputes, issues, or complaints between participant(s), landlord, or the Housing Authority. Answer questions and provide information regarding participant(s) rights or problems. Investigate complaints of program abuse. Document and take appropriate action in such cases. Schedule and/or conduct appeals or hearings and explain procedure to participants. Take appropriate action based on hearing findings. Remain current on occupancy, NSPIRE, HCV/Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP), Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS) and Housing Authority regulations and policies. Be informed and remain current on legislation and regulations and implement new procedures as required. Attend required training and provide cross training to other staff as needed to insure staff compliance with Housing Authority, local, State and Federal policies and guidelines. Must have property management experience. Strong oral and written Spanish language skills are required for success in this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum amount of knowledge, ability, education, and experience required to be hired into the classification.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma. Preferred one year of college courses or a degree or not less than two years in related field, or one year of experience in the administration of public housing programs, operations, and activities.

Knowledge of:

HUD Programs Administrative procedures, policies, and program regulations as they pertain to HUD HCV/Section 8, Public Housing, and Affordable Apartments programs. Community resources Fair Housing Law Washington State Landlord-Tenant Law Ability to: Type and operate computer and other office equipment. Computer usage is essential to performance of duties. The majority of duties are performed in an office environment while sitting at a desk. Any offer of employment from HACPFC is contingent upon the applicant's successful passage of a criminal background check, pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol testing, and a Driving Record Check from Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL). This is an at-will position subject to funding availability.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person