Job Description
The
Housing Specialist I is responsible for conducting
initial and continued eligibility as well as routine transaction processing for
subsidized housing programs. This role requires a foundational understanding of
subsidized housing programs and effective
communication skills to ensure accurate
and timely assistance.
Summary
of Key Responsibilities:
- Assist
clients with the application process for subsidized housing programs (HCV, PH,
LIHTC, etc.)
- Review and verify documentation to determine
eligibility.
- Maintain accurate records of client
interactions and case files.
- Provide information and support to clients
regarding program requirements and processes.
- Conduct client interviews to gather necessary
information.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and
local regulations.
- Participate in team meetings and training
sessions.
Requirements
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience
- Must complete specialist certification course
within 60 days of hire. (HCV, Public Housing, LIHTC, etc.)
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in subsidized
programs eligibility required.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong organizational and time management
skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of
a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Travel
Requirement:
Travel required as projects entail.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Website | http://www.hredge.com |
Skills
Affordable Housingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Interviewing Skillsunmatched
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)unmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Public Housingunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Transaction Processing/Managementunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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