Housing Specialist

What you will do:
The successful candidate will be detailed-oriented and computer proficient. The individual for this position will work closely with clients for initial, interim, and annual certifications of household income and composition. Housing Specialists prepares client files, act as liaisons to landlords, authorize Housing Assistance Payments, explain program rules and regulations, policies, and procedures. Responsible for serving and managing caseload, determine program eligibility and rent subsidy, and verify that files are in compliance with Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations.

Additional information on job responsibilities: 

• Ability to process and proof documents.
• Experience with federally assisted housing programs.
• Experience with rental property management.
• Landlord/tenant relations counseling, and mediation skills with low-income families and/or elderly.
• Assessed applicant eligibility for HUD programs based on income, family composition, and federal/local housing guidelines.
• Provided ongoing support to program participants, addressing questions, resolving issues, and connecting clients to additional resources.
• Utilized specialized software to manage client information, track case progress, and generate required reports.
• Managing assigned caseload.
• Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency.
• Ability to interpret and explain processes and procedures.
• Exercise independent judgement in decision making.
• Able to calculate client's income and compare it to the program's income limits to determine whether the client qualifies for assistance.
• Maintained detailed case files and documentation in accordance with HUD audit standards.
• Determine eligibility and the level of assistance for which a client qualifies.
• Ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Ability to type a minimum of 40 w.p.m.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• 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 7:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.
• The City of Salem offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Equal Pay.

What are the minimum qualifications? 

• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Depending on area of assignment, 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 of Salem's driving standards.
• Bachelor's degree from a college or university program in business administration, public administration, or a related field depending on area of assignment; and one year of professional administrative level experience involving review, analysis, and preparation of recommendations, development of administrative policies, procedures and systems, 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 demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Depending on the area of assignment, 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 employment).
• Industry standard certifications may be preferred depending on area of assignment.
• Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job advertisement.

Preferred Qualifications (Not required to apply): 

• Public Housing and/or Section 8 Housing Management Training and Certifications preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency preferred.

About us:
Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the City of Salem website.

The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department. preserved historic buildings.

Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Admin Analyst HA, I.
 
If you would like to learn more about the Salem Housing Authority, please visit our website at www.salemhousingOR.com.
 
How can I apply?
The Salem Housing Authority invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.

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Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SALEM STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Housing Authority of Salem does not discriminate against any person due to disability, race, color, religion, sex, source of income , familial status, national origin, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status and/or domestic partnership in accessing, applying for, or receiving assistance, or in treatment or employment in any of its programs and activities.
 
The person named below has been designated to coordinate compliance with the non-discrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s regulations implementing Section 504 (24 CFR, part 8, dated June 2, 1988):

Melanie Fletcher, Assistant Housing Administrator of Operations, Salem Housing Authority, 360 Church Street SE, Salem OR 97301 (503) 587-4815 | compliance@salemhousingor.com | TDD users: Dial 711or.com | TDD users: Dial 711

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Salary : $28 - $34