What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Housing Specialist position at City of Owatonna?
THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE:
The City of Owatonna is a growing community strategically placed at the crossroads of I-35 and two major US highways, approximately one hour south of the Twin Cities metro area. The community has a commitment to growth, access to services, and quality of life for its 25,000 residents.
Click the link below to learn more about the community this position would have the opportunity to be part of and serve.
ABOUT THE HRA/PLANNING/ZONING DIVISION:
We believe that thriving communities are always growing. The HRA/Planning/Zoning division creates a better tomorrow by cultivating economic development, diverse housing options, and workforce opportunities that lead to a vibrant healthy community.
In our department, the City’s values look and sound like . . .
BETTER TOGETHER:
- Moving in the same purposeful direction with other stakeholders
- Striving for consistency
- Having open-minded conversations
- Working together to present uniform messages to the public
- Operating as a trusted partner in the organization and community
- Being willing to help others
- Bringing a positive attitude to our work
COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP:
- Expanding the City’s tax base through new developments, redevelopments, and expansions to support our fiscal sustainability
- Providing a professional and approachable resource to the community
- Listening to the requests and needs of citizens
- Always thinking about the long-term
- Striving for ‘win – win’ as much as possible when negotiating projects
PRIDE IN OUR WORK:
- Giving and earning respect – within the department, City, and community
- Leading by example
- Keeping communication and discussions positive, productive, and timely
- Operating efficiently with a ‘can-do’ attitude
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
This position performs a variety of assigned tasks related to the rendering of appropriate paraprofessional services to a variety of Owatonna Housing and Redevelopment Authority programs; makes recommendations on program eligibility; reviews compliance with programs and/or regulations; documents information and recommendations. This position may perform assigned tasks related to administering rental assistance programs, including verifying application information, interviewing/screening applicants, and preparing files to be reviewed by staff; follow written procedures; produce reports as needed, maintains/updates client files, and responds to customer requests for information.
Specifically as a Housing Specialist you will...
1. Assists with monitoring and determining client’s eligibility and needs by reviewing information, referrals, and application for program requirements; conducting interviews, documenting results, and creating case files; performing follow-up duties with clients as necessary to gather additional information.
2. Assists families with necessary forms to obtain assistance.
3. Provides information about available housing programs.
4. Works with numbers and procedures in a dynamic, changing system.
5. Performs office and basic administration duties, such as answering phone calls, monitoring files, data entry, completing records, and retrieving information from files and computer databases.
6. Performs orientations and briefings to potential clients. These can be one-on-one or in larger groups.
7. Assists with inspections as needed.
8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.ABOUT YOU:
A successful candidate will have some or all of the following ...
Associate degree in related field; 3 years of relevant work experience is required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Licensing in:
Knowledge of:
Skills in:
The City of Owatonna is a growing community strategically placed at the crossroads of I-35 and two major US highways, approximately one hour south of the Twin Cities metro area. The community has a commitment to growth, access to services, and quality of life for its 25,000 residents.
Click the link below to learn more about the community this position would have the opportunity to be part of and serve.
ABOUT THE HRA/PLANNING/ZONING DIVISION:
We believe that thriving communities are always growing. The HRA/Planning/Zoning division creates a better tomorrow by cultivating economic development, diverse housing options, and workforce opportunities that lead to a vibrant healthy community.
In our department, the City’s values look and sound like . . .
BETTER TOGETHER:
- Moving in the same purposeful direction with other stakeholders
- Striving for consistency
- Having open-minded conversations
- Working together to present uniform messages to the public
- Operating as a trusted partner in the organization and community
- Being willing to help others
- Bringing a positive attitude to our work
COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP:
- Expanding the City’s tax base through new developments, redevelopments, and expansions to support our fiscal sustainability
- Providing a professional and approachable resource to the community
- Listening to the requests and needs of citizens
- Always thinking about the long-term
- Striving for ‘win – win’ as much as possible when negotiating projects
PRIDE IN OUR WORK:
- Giving and earning respect – within the department, City, and community
- Leading by example
- Keeping communication and discussions positive, productive, and timely
- Operating efficiently with a ‘can-do’ attitude
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
This position performs a variety of assigned tasks related to the rendering of appropriate paraprofessional services to a variety of Owatonna Housing and Redevelopment Authority programs; makes recommendations on program eligibility; reviews compliance with programs and/or regulations; documents information and recommendations. This position may perform assigned tasks related to administering rental assistance programs, including verifying application information, interviewing/screening applicants, and preparing files to be reviewed by staff; follow written procedures; produce reports as needed, maintains/updates client files, and responds to customer requests for information.
Specifically as a Housing Specialist you will...
1. Assists with monitoring and determining client’s eligibility and needs by reviewing information, referrals, and application for program requirements; conducting interviews, documenting results, and creating case files; performing follow-up duties with clients as necessary to gather additional information.
2. Assists families with necessary forms to obtain assistance.
3. Provides information about available housing programs.
4. Works with numbers and procedures in a dynamic, changing system.
5. Performs office and basic administration duties, such as answering phone calls, monitoring files, data entry, completing records, and retrieving information from files and computer databases.
6. Performs orientations and briefings to potential clients. These can be one-on-one or in larger groups.
7. Assists with inspections as needed.
8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.ABOUT YOU:
A successful candidate will have some or all of the following ...
Associate degree in related field; 3 years of relevant work experience is required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Licensing in:
- Valid Driver’s License.
Knowledge of:
- Budgeting and household organization;
- Purpose, objectives, and organization of the office to which assigned.
Skills in:
- Relating to people in an appropriate manner;
- Maintaining accurate and systematic records;
- Learning effectively to operate unique computer software programs;
- Learning policies, regulations, statutes, procedures, and practices pertaining to area of specialization;
- Learning programs;
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees and the general public;
- Providing customer service and public relations;
- Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
- This is a part-time position. Up to 28 hours per week. Schedule may vary.
- To view the full job description including position specifications and physical demands click here.
Salary : $32 - $42
