Housing Choice Voucher Specialist
Clearwater Housing Authority
Clearwater, FL
$16 – $22 per hour
Location: 28050 US Hwy 19 N, Suite 103, Clearwater, FL 33761
Clearwater Housing Authority, as a quasi-municipal corporation, works in partnership with governmental organizations to enhance the lives of those we serve by creating innovative communities, providing dignified environments and nurturing self-sufficiency. We do this by providing housing opportunities and specialized programs to the public and third party contracting to our partners.
Housing Choice Voucher Specialist
The Housing Choice Voucher Specialist position is responsible for a wide range of activities related to determining and documenting applicant and/or eligibility, income, rent and contractual relationships with owners in support of Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) operations. The Housing Choice Voucher Specialist interviews program participants on a weekly basis. The position requires full accountability for assigned case load including accurate and complete files, resolution of cases, and responsiveness to participant and landlord inquires.
The work is performed in an office environment under the immediate oversight of the HCV Manager and Director of Public Housing. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position scheduled Monday through Thursday from 8am to 6pm and located at our corporate office in Clearwater, Florida.
Life at CHA
CHA offers a pleasant, dynamic and supportive work environment. We enhance the lives of others through our work. We are professional, proactive and committed to excellence in all that we do. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, 401k with match, medical/dental/vision coverage with company contribution, paid short term disability and life insurance.
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Equivalent combination of experience, education and training may substitute for degree.
- Three years of experience, preferably in an administrative position requiring a high attention to detail.
- Proof of progressive responsibility within an HCV position or similar role preferred.
- Computer proficiency in Windows operating system and MS Office software including Word and Excel.
- Possession of valid Florida Driver’s License.
Necessary Skills and Abilities
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with all audiences.
- Ability to multi-task; change tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Thrive in a high-paced environment.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
- Flexible with changing priorities.
- Hands-on learner with ability to retain and implement repetitive workflows seamlessly.
- Customer service mindset.
- Knowledge of virtual and paper recordkeeping practices.
- Ability to accurately and efficiently complete mathematical calculations.
- Bi-lingual a plus.
All applicants must successfully complete:
- Pre-employment testing
- Comprehensive background and reference checks
- Drug and alcohol screen
CHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.00 to $22.00 /hour
Experience:
- administrative: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Professional development assistance
Typical start time:
- 8AM
Typical end time:
- 6PM
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
