Housing Specialist I

hrEdge
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Autofill and Review
4 days ago

Job Description

TheHousing Specialist I is responsible for conductinginitial and continued eligibility as well as routine transaction processing for subsidized housing programs.

This role requires a foundational understanding ofsubsidized housing programs and effective communication skills to ensure accurateand timely assistance.

Summaryof Key Responsibilities:

  • Assistclients with the application process for subsidized housing programs (HCV, PH,LIHTC, etc.)
  • Review and verify documentation to determineeligibility.
  • Maintain accurate records of clientinteractions and case files.
  • Provide information and support to clientsregarding program requirements and processes.
  • Conduct client interviews to gather necessaryinformation.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, andlocal regulations.
  • Participate in team meetings and trainingsessions.

Requirements

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience

  • Must complete specialist certification coursewithin 60 days of hire. (HCV, Public Housing, LIHTC, etc.)
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in subsidizedprograms eligibility required.

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong organizational and time managementskills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonalskills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part ofa team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

TravelRequirement:

Travel required as projects entail.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, Illinois

Skills

  • Affordable Housingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Interviewing Skillsunmatched
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)unmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Public Housingunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Transaction Processing/Managementunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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