Housing Rehabilitation Assistant

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Housing Rehabilitation Assistant

Location: Housing Resources office (Tuscaloosa)

Employment Classification: Regular Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Safety-Sensitive

Summary of the Position: See Attached Job Description

Qualifications of the Position: See Attached Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities: See Attached Job Description

Salary and Application Procedures: This position is classified as a Grade Level VII position on the CSP Salary Scale with hourly pay range of $11.98 - $17.48 depending on experience and education. Current employees may apply by submitting a letter of interest along with and updated employment application. Other interested applicants may apply by completing an employment application obtained from the website at www.cspwal.com or contacting the Human Resources department of CSP at (205) 469-1015 or (205) 469-0389 to request an application. Completed and signed applications may be submitted in person, by mail or scanned and emailed to employment@cspwal.com.

Deadline to submit completed application: Friday, February 14, 2025, at 5:00 pm

Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, handicap status, age, genetic information, or national origin. CSP maintains a Drug Free Workplace Policy and the applicant is subject to pre-employment and random alcohol and drug testing. CSP operates a licensed children facility and applicants will be subject to criminal history background checks. CSP is an E-verify Employer. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or national origin.

Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc.

Job Description

Position Title:Housing Rehabilitation Assistant

Department: Housing

Reports To: Home Preservation Manager

Employment Classification: Regular Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Safety-Sensitive

Grade/Salary: Grade VII- Level 1- 12; depending on experience

Summary of Duties:

The Housing Rehabilitation Assistant works under the supervision of the Home Preservation Manager in administering various home rehabilitation/repair programs, including weatherization, pre-weatherization, housing preservation grant, emergency home repair, etc. The position also provides outreach services for the program. Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Office is essential to the position. Knowledge of home repair and proficiency in math are also essential to this position.

Essential duties and responsibilities: other duties may be assigned by the supervisor

• Complete in-take applications for home repair programs and determine program eligibility;
• Rank files based on priority points system and on need;
• Review applications to ensure all required documentation has been collected;
• Prepare letters to clients regarding information needed to complete or update application;
• Maintain current files and records for the home repair programs in accordance with program guidelines;
• Provide on-site assistance with applications to clients in all counties in service area;
• Assist with organizing home rehabilitation activities and meetings;
• Assist with bid package preparation and bid openings for home repair contracts.
• Conduct outreach and referrals and maintain accurate records on these activities;
• As needed, coordinate with various community agencies to provide outreach and referrals;
• Attend staff and other meetings as necessary;
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor.

Supervisory Requirements: None.

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Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

¨ Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field is required; OR

¨ Minimum of two years work experience and knowledge of home repairs and basic construction.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

¨ Valid Driver’s License with liability insurance.

¨ Serviceable automobile.

Language Skills:

¨ Ability to communicate to diverse populations.

¨ Ability to effectively present information to clients.

¨ Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to staff members, program participants and contractors.

Mathematical Skills:

¨ Ability to compute simple math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

¨ Ability to use fractions and percentages.

Reasoning Ability:

¨ Ability to analyze problems confronted by program participants.

¨ Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills and Abilities:

¨ Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff members and program participants.

¨ Regular and predictable attendance.

¨ Capable of using Windows XP and Microsoft Office including PowerPoint.

¨ Knowledge of CSP programs and services.

¨ Sensitivity to multi-racial and multi-cultural issues.

¨ Ability to develop rapport quickly and easily.

¨ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

¨ Ability to meet deadlines.

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Physical Demands:The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities previously mentioned.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to operate a vehicle. Some occasional lifting or moving objects up to 20 lbs. is required in transporting equipment and files. Extensive writing is required and extended periods on the phone is customary. Multiple demands from several people are frequently required of the employee. The ability to write, read, listen, and speak is required of this employee.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

The noise level is variable in the work environment. Work is performed indoors and outdoors. The employee is expected to operate a computer, telephone, fax machine, and personal automobile. The employee is expected to conduct inspections of home in deteriorating conditions. At times, these homes may be unsanitary and the employer is not responsible for the quality or condition of the applicant’s homes.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

June 2009

Revised 1.29.2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.39 - $17.48 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• To apply for this position, you MUST complete the Employment Application on the website at www.cspwal.com. You may request application by calling 205-469-1015 or 205-469-0389 or employment@cspwal.com.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• customer service: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $17