Intern

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Springfield Housing Authority (SHA) is looking for a student intern or recent graduate who would enjoy or could benefit from a temporary work assignment to assist the Executive Director, Deputy Director, Director of Finance, or Asset Manager in implementing plans and services in support of the development, operation, and maintenance of affordable housing programs and customers.  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate. Some college or university degree course work in area(s) related to job requirements, such as public administration or business administration.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in analyzing information, evaluating programs, writing reports. etc.
• Experience working with low-income people in any type of social services or employment relations position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Regulations as they relate to Public Housing programs, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable precautionary measures.
• Skill in organizing; planning, monitoring, and following-up as necessary.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Skill in the proficient use of office equipment, computers, and software
• Skill in typing 40 WPM with accuracy
• Skill in maintaining accurate and complete public housing records, documentation, and reports.
• Ability to work independently in an organized, thorough, detailed, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Ability to assess and evaluate problems, and have capacity in determining priorities.
• Ability to communicate (oral and written) and interact with diverse individuals (public, outside agencies/vendors, and co-workers) in a courteous, confidential, effective, positive, professional, and ethical manner.
• Ability to maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license and be an insurable SHA driver.

The Springfield Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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