Housing Specialist

THE POSITION

Under general supervision performs a wide variety of tasks relating to the administration of the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives supervision from the Housing Manager and Housing Programs Coordinator.

May include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Respond to the general public and provide information on housing and/or refer to other service agencies as appropriate.

• Provide technical information regarding the rules and regulations on the Section 8 Program to existing and prospective owners, managers, and agents.

• Explain program and procedure to applicants; determine tenant eligibility; verify income and assets; determine tenant deductions or allowances; calculate total tenant portion; accept and review application and maintain a waiting list.

• Establish and maintain files, type lease agreements and contracts, applications, addendums, and correspondences.

• Type inspection booklets and schedule housing inspections.

• Obtain tenant, owner and Housing Authority signatures on lease agreements and contracts; type HUD Certification Application and obtain tenant signature; complete certification of rent reasonableness.

• Respond to tenant and landlord complaints by phone or letter.

• Analyze and determine need for interim rent change and complete all processing necessary.

• Assist in scheduling briefing sessions for Housing Programs Specialist; prepare and type briefing packets.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Modern office methods, procedures and equipment.

• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

• Basic interview techniques.

• Community resource availability.

ABILITY TO: 

• Learn, interpret, explain, and apply program rules and regulations.

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

• Prepare and maintain accurate reports and files.

• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

• Make basic mathematic computations.

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

• Type at a rate sufficient for timely completion of required duties.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year of experience in a social services agency, community organization, or a similar agency involving heavy public contact.
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience providing social service programs to low-income people in fields such as public housing, social welfare, public health, employment service, counseling, vocational guidance, or a related field is highly desirable. 

EDUCATION:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent and a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university are highly desirable but not required.
  

TRAINING:

• Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance, supplemented by specialized clerical courses.

Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process. The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful job performance. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information. 

THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract for employment. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.
 
LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.
   

PROVISIONS

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Baldwin Park utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. 

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