Housing Specialist; Housing Authority

Housing Specialist

The Housing Authority in the City of Pittsburg, CA is seeking dynamic individuals for the position of Housing Specialist. The Housing Specialist is the journey level class within the Housing Authority Division responsible for independently performing the full range of duties in the management of an assigned caseload in Section 8 and Voucher housing programs. The Housing Specialist performs a variety of specialized and technical activities relating to Housing Authority Section 8 and Voucher programs;

conducts studies, prepares reports, and provides assistance to the public regarding housing programs policies and procedures; and performs other duties as required. Incumbents monitor eligibility and ensure compliance with applicable laws, procedures and policies as mandated by the City and Federal programs.

Ideal Candidate for Housing Specialist:

• Knowledge and experience with codes and ordinances that pertain to subsidized low-income housing and assistance programs including Section 8 and Voucher Programs.
• Familiarity with housing software systems and the affordable housing applications that assist in determining eligibility for housing. Familiarity with Yardi housing software is preferred.
• Knowledge of HQS and NSPIRE Inspection Regulations
• Possess exceptional management and organizational abilities to adhere to time sensitive situations and meet deadlines.
• Great ability to work collaboratively with other City Departments/Divisions, other governmental agencies, community organizations and the public.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills with the ability to explain information to a diverse population with various levels of understanding.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and complete reports and other written materials.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Problem solver and embraces challenges.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to explain and apply various rules and regulations that pertain to housing programs.
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly desirable.
• Willingness to obtain certification for eligibility determination and rent calculations (within 12 months); inspection certification (within 24 months); and Waitlist and Reasonable Accommodations certifications (within 36 months).

About Pittsburg:

The City of Pittsburg is a culturally rich and diverse community of over 76,000 residents and expected to grow to 90,000 in the next 20 years. Pittsburg is located in the Bay Area Region of Northern California and is perfectly situated for easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Sacramento, the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and Lake Tahoe. Pittsburg City Hall is also conveniently located a short walk from the Pittsburg Center Station of the Bay Area Rapid Transit System (BART), making a commute from cities throughout the Bay Area very easy.

Pittsburg has waterfront homes, a performing arts theater, a variety of seasonal events, an extensive park system, a large public-school system, and a variety of shopping centers. The recently renovated Marina is also an ideal place to visit and is located within steps of the Old Town shopping district and downtown living, with nearly 600 boat slips, a free public boat launch, fuel dock, café, bait shop, and the Pittsburg Yacht Club.

Pittsburg has featured such events as the Seafood and Music Festival, car shows, movies in the park, kayaking, and fishing derbies. With its commitment to a quality community environment, Pittsburg is an ideal city in which to live, work and recreate.

Examples of Duties:

• Interviews, evaluates, and counsels potential and current program participants on all Housing Authority program policies and procedures including housing certification, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)/ Section 8 Rental Assistance eligibility requirements and restrictions.
• Accepts and reviews applications; assists in the determination of eligibility of new housing applicants; conducts home visits and rent calculations as appropriate.
• Mediates and develops contracts and rental agreements between private resident owners and tenants participating in the Section 8 and voucher Housing…