Housing Quality Specialist

· Maintain up to date knowledge of Section 8 program regulations

· Assist walk ins with paperwork, answering program questions, etc.

· Obtain all information and documentation for completion of initial applications or recertification's including verification of income and family composition in accordance with the federal preference regulations and administrative plan

· Make referrals to other services to meet client needs

· Maintain and utilize accurate waiting lists using computer system in accordance with Federal preference regulations and Delaware Opportunities Housing Office procedures

· Maintain accurate and complete files and records for all current program participants as well as maintaining inactive files for seven years; dispose of files after seven years

· Conduct tenant briefings to provide program information regarding eligibility, tenant/owner responsibilities, method of program operation, equal opportunity, fair housing and Federal Privacy Act rights; assure that clients and landlords receive tenant/landlord packages containing all information required by HUD

· Conduct housing quality inspections as required for Section 8 rental assistance

· Inform landlords, tenants and other program staff of housing inspection results and required improvements

· Prepare and mail all recertification notices

· Perform other similar or associated duties as required or directed

Qualifications

• Secretarial skills, including the ability to type, file, and operate office machinery

• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply regulations

• Good organizational and communication skills

• Two years’ secretarial experience in human services or housing fields and/or Family Development Credential

• High school diploma and Family Development Credential and/or

• Associates degree in a related field and/or Course work toward a Bachelors Degree in Human Services, Human Development, Psychology, or a similar field

Full-time, 35 hours per week. Salary range $19.29-$23.00 per hour DOE.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled at Delaware Opportunities, Inc., 35430 State Highway 10, Hamden, NY 13782 Equal Employment Opportunity M/ F/ Disability/ Protected Veteran Status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.29 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $23