Admin Analyst HA,

Salem Housing Authority Housing Specialist

This is a Salem Housing Authority position, which is a separate employer from the City of Salem.

Do you have experience in housing programs and processes? Are you a dedicated professional who is efficient, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference in your community?

Our Housing Specialists play a vital role in serving more than 350 low-income households receiving rental assistance through the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a diverse population in a fast-paced, mission-driven housing agency committed to serving the community.

The Housing Authority values its employees and supports their professional growth and career development. We take pride in promoting a healthy work-life balance and are committed to fostering an environment where employees can collaborate with diverse individuals, explore innovative ideas, and continue expanding their skills and capabilities.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and proficient in computer applications. This individual will work closely with clients to complete initial, interim, and annual certifications of household income and composition. The Housing Specialist prepares client files, serves as a liaison to landlords, authorizes Housing Assistance Payments, and explains program rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Responsibilities also include managing a caseload, determining program eligibility and rent subsidies, and ensuring all files comply with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations.

• Ability to process, review, and proofread documents accurately and efficiently.
• Experience working with federally assisted housing programs.
• Experience in rental property management.
• Strong landlord/tenant relations, counseling, and mediation skills, particularly when working with low-income families and elderly populations.
• Ability to effectively manage an assigned caseload.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to interpret and clearly explain program processes, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and sound decision-making skills.
• Ability to calculate client income and compare it to program income limits to determine eligibility for assistance.
• Ability to determine client eligibility and the appropriate level of assistance while ensuring compliance with program rules and regulations.
• Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Competitive pay.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Work Schedule is Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• The office is located at 360 Church St SE, Salem. This may change based on business needs.
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• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Depending on area of assignment, you may need to pass the pre-employment drug test (including marijuana).
• Must have an Oregon Driver license and have a driving record that meets the SHA's driving standards.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field, or an Associate degree with three years of experience in federally assisted housing programs, low-income housing, rental property management, landlord/tenant relations counseling, and mediation skills; or any combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Depending on the area of assignment, you may have to pass a criminal background check necessary to obtain Criminal Justice Information System clearance and Law Enforcement Data System certification within 30 days of hire (clearance must be maintained throughout…