What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Systems Specialist II - Housing Systems Specialist position at Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles, CA?
Salary : $125,091.20 - $154,668.80 Annually
Location : Los Angeles, CA
Job Type : At-Will
Job Number : 25-19
Department : Information Tech
Opening Date : 02 / 06 / 2025
Class Characteristics : This role involves providing technical support and system expertise for housing programs, including Section 8 and Public Housing. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of housing management systems and related technologies to optimize operations and improve service delivery.
Examples of Essential Functions :
- Analyzes operational practices and system functional areas to determine information systems needs and integration alternatives that lead to operational efficiencies.
- Works with department / business managers to evaluate current and anticipated Information Technology requirements.
- Provide innovation alternatives and roadmap for the implementation of operational improvements which may include but are not limited to implementations, system transitions, training and data migration.
- Promotes efficient, cost effective uses of advanced technologies and manages the migration to next-generation technologies.
- Provides leadership to functional super users and external resources to ensure best-practices in the proper administration of functional set ups, change management processes and security practices.
- Provides technical support for housing management systems, including troubleshooting and resolving system issues.
- Coordinates the development, implementation and administration of a technical training program for business users.
- Responsible for leading project teams to define user requirements, feasibility analysis, design, program specifications, testing, and implementation of ERP and Housing / Real Estate applications or infrastructure including overseeing support received from external resources to ensure resolution of outstanding issues and questions.
- Develops, maintains and standardizes processes, documents best practices and provides knowledge sharing throughout the Department and the Authority.
- Assists in the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of Yardi Voyager PHA, RentCafe, and related applications.
- Supports mobile applications such as Mobile Property Inspections and Mobile Work Order Management.
- Designs and generates reports using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure system compliance and alignment with housing program requirements.
- Trains staff on system usage and best practices.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Minimum Requirements : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or University with major coursework related to computer science, information systems, finance, or a closely related field, AND two (2) years demonstrated experience with ERP systems, Housing / Real Estate Systems, Mobile Property Inspections Apps, and Mobile Work Order Management Apps is required.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.
HIRING INFORMATION : All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes : a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION : Testing Accommodations : If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call (213) 252-5400 for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.
Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application. NOTE : The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
As a condition of new and continued employment, employees in this classification must participate in mandatory direct deposit of payroll.
Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and / or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at : Please call NeoGov Toll-Free Applicant Support telephone line (855) 524-5627 if you forget your password, have application login problems or get an error message during the application process.
HACLA Benefits
For Classic members, the pension formula is 2.7% at 55 with members contributing 8% of their wages towards their retirement.
At-Will / Non-Represented accrual per pay period 5.23 hours (17 days annually)
New Year's Eve; New Years Day; Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday; President's Day; Cesar Chavez Day; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Veteran's Day; Thanksgiving Day; Day After Thanksgiving; Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Note : Temporary casual / per-diem employees are able to work up to 40 hours per week as necessary.
What is your highest level of education?
How many years of experience do you have with ERP systems?
How many years of experience do you have with Housing / Real Estate Systems?
How many years of experience do you have with Mobile Property Inspections Apps?
How many years of experience do you have with Mobile Work Order Management Apps?
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Salary : $125,091 - $154,669