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Housing Specialist

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Located in Detroit, MI

Salary: $50k-$53k

About the job

About the Company:

The purpose of this position is to provide responsible, independent operational support for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program’s Continued Occupancy/Reexamination functions by serving as the Senior Housing Specialist and functioning as a Team Leader for the Continued Occupancy and Reexamination Section. Within established parameters, the incumbent exercises considerable independent judgment in performing assigned tasks.

 

About the Role:

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Notify program participants and landlords of scheduled reexaminations.
  • Interview participants: verify and document the required information.
  • Calculate the tenant's share of rent.
  • Recertifications may be conducted via mail, individual or group briefing sessions, or as a home visit where a reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities is required.
  • Process requests for minimum rent hardship exemptions.
  • Notify participant, landlord, and Finance Department of new HAP and tenant payment amounts.
  • Analyze situations, review available actions, and determine the best course of action.
  • Calculate, compute, summate, and/or tabulate data and information.

 

Qualifications:

  • Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

 

Required Skills:

  • 2-5 years of experience in general business/office experience
  • 1-year section 8
  • 1-2 years rent calculations

 

Pay range and compensation package:

  • Salary $50-$53k

Express Office: Roseville
16236 13 Mile Road
Roseville, MI 48066
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