Program Integrity Analyst - HCV

Program Integrity Analyst - HCV

Salary

$54,283.00 - $84,211.00 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1572

Department

Housing Authority

Division

HCV

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/9/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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Description

The Program Integrity Analyst, under direct supervision of the assigned Supervisor or Program Manager, the incumbent performs a variety of professional, technical, analytical, and specialized duties in support of the Agencys program integrity, risk management, and operational oversight functions.

The position is responsible for safeguarding the integrity of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program and other assigned housing programs by identifying and preventing fraud, waste, abuse, and program misuse; conducting investigations and data analysis; monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; and recommending corrective actions and process improvements. The incumbent collaborates with internal departments and external partners, provides technical guidance on program integrity matters, supports quality assurance and internal control initiatives, and promotes the effective, ethical, and accountable administration of Agency programs.

Why Join SHRA?

SHRAs mission is to revitalize communities, provide affordable housing opportunities, and to serve as the Housing Authority for the City and County of Sacramento. In addition to being a part of an influential organization in the Sacramento community, employees in this classification are eligible for many great benefits.

SHRAs great benefits include:

• Alternate 9/80 Work Schedule: Enjoy a two-week schedule of nine 9-hour days with every other Friday off, giving you longer weekends to relax and maintain work-life balance.
• CalPERS Pension Retirement: Secure your future with a robust retirement plan. CalPERS is the largest public pension fund in the US.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Free Medical and Dental insurance for full family (through CalPERS) and free vision insurance for up to Employee +1
• Generous Paid Time Off Package: 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 weeks of vacation, plus 80 hours of Supplemental Leave per year
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250/year: SHRA is also a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Free Downtown Parking subsidy for eligible employees
• Professional Development opportunities

This position is Full-Time - In Office in Sacramento, CA.

Essential Areas of Responsibility

• Participate in the development, implementation, and administration of program integrity initiatives, policies, procedures, and operational activities for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program and other assigned housing programs.
• Conduct investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, program misuse, and regulatory non-compliance; gather, analyze, and document evidence and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Conduct home visits to evaluate and support reasonable accommodation requests in accordance with applicable laws and Agency policies.
• Review complex participant and owner cases, analyze documentation, and provide recommendations regarding program eligibility, continued assistance, and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Research, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local laws, HUD regulations, PIH Notices, and Agency policies related to program integrity and housing assistance programs.
• Analyze operational data, trends, and program activities to identify compliance risks, improper payments, systemic issues, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Prepare investigative reports, memoranda, case summaries, statistical reports, and recommendations for management.
• Maintain confidential case files, investigative records, reasonable accommodation documentation, and tracking systems in accordance with Agency policies and applicable privacy laws.
• Serve as a technical resource to Agency staff regarding program integrity, fraud prevention, reasonable accommodations, and complex program requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments, HUD, law enforcement agencies, service providers, and community partners, as appropriate, to support investigations, reasonable accommodation requests, and program administration.
• Assist in developing and delivering staff training related to program integrity, fraud prevention, reasonable accommodations, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in special projects, policy development, quality improvement initiatives, and implementation of new regulations, procedures, and technology solutions.
• Serve as a liaison to participants, property owners, contractors, public agencies, and community organizations regarding assigned program activities.
• Establish, maintain, and monitor case management, tracking, and reporting systems to support program oversight and operational effectiveness.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and education that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities could be qualifying, as determined by the Agency. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Finance, Accounting, Housing, Social Sciences, or a related field is preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) administration, affordable housing, program integrity, compliance, quality assurance, investigations, auditing, or program analysis involving the interpretation and application of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Experience conducting investigations, reviewing complex cases, coordinating reasonable accommodation requests, conducting home visits, analyzing data, and developing recommendations for corrective action is highly desirable.
• Experience with HUD regulations, the Housing Choice Voucher Program, Special Purpose Voucher programs, EIV, Yardi, and other housing management systems is preferred.

Licenses and Certificates: Must possess and maintain an applicable California Driver License and a driving record acceptable to the Agencys insurance carrier.

Physical Abilities and Work Environment: Position may require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily office activities. Drive during inclement weather conditions. The position also requires frequent grasping, repetitive hand movement and coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading correspondence, statistical data, and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and face-to-face client, staff customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program regulations, HUD requirements, Agency policies, and Administrative Plan.
• Federal, state, and local laws governing fair housing, including the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Program integrity principles, fraud prevention, investigations, risk assessment, and internal controls.
• Eligibility determination, income verification, occupancy requirements, and Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) regulations.
• Reasonable accommodation processes, documentation requirements, and interactive review procedures.
• Research methods, data analysis, report preparation, and case management practices.
• Microsoft Office Suite, Yardi, Enterprise Income Verification (EIV), and other housing management systems.

Ability to:

• Conduct investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, and program misuse.
• Conduct home visits and field verification activities in accordance with Agency policies and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate and manage the reasonable accommodation process while maintaining compliance with fair housing and disability laws.
• Analyze complex participant and owner cases, identify issues, and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Interpret and apply complex federal, state, and local laws, HUD regulations, and Agency policies.
• Gather, evaluate, and document evidence; prepare investigative reports, recommendations, and case summaries.
• Exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Build effective working relationships with participants, property owners, service providers, community partners, and Agency staff.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with diverse audiences and explain complex program requirements.
• Manage multiple priorities, organize work effectively, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Analyze data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements to strengthen program integrity and operational effectiveness.
• Provide timely, professional, and customer-focused service while balancing program integrity with fair and equitable treatment of participants.

Other Duties

All employees may be assigned, and required to carry out, additional duties at any time. An employee with a known disability will only be assigned additional duties when the duty being added is an essential function of the position, or can be carried out with reasonable accommodation.

Every employee is expected to participate in discussions of individual, department and Agency performance and work on problem-solving teams as assigned. Any employee serving on a problem-solving team may be asked to carry out the role of team leader.

Any person driving for Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency must maintain a valid drivers license on his/her person, and demonstrate compliance with the motor vehicle law, standards of courtesy on the road and attention to safety. All drivers must maintain their insurability.

SHRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws including the California Fair Chance Act.

In addition to being a part of an influential organization in the Sacramento community, employees in this classification are eligible for many great benefits. Some of these benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays
• Agency closure the last full week of December
• 2 weeks of vacation per year with increasing accruals based on years of service
• 80 Supplemental Leave Hours annually
• 12 sick days per year
• Free Medical and Dental insurance for full family (through CalPERS)
• Free Vision insurance for up to Employee + 1
• 5% Supplemental Allowance towards benefits
• CalPERS Pension Retirement
• $50,000 life insurance
• Free downtown parking
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Professional Development opportunities

Retirement benefits

Employees who retire with SHRA are eligible for the following CalPERS benefits.

• CalPERS pension
• Free medical insurance after retirement after 20 years of service

Additional benefits

• Bilingual certified staff receive an additional 5% each pay period once they have been tested and certified as a bilingual resource.
• SHRA is also a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans.
• Alternate 9/80 Work Schedule - SHRA strives to provide a work-life balance to all employees. In addition to generous paid leave benefits, SHRA employees work a two-week schedule of nine 9-hour days with every other Friday off.

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Responses to these Supplemental Questions must be submitted with your application materials. A resume, letter, application, etc., will not be accepted in lieu of responses to these questions. Failure to provide a complete response to any of these required questions will eliminate you from further consideration. Your response to these questions is an integral part of the application process. Please indicate that you have read and understand the requirements for the supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• AA Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

03

Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) administration, affordable housing, program integrity, compliance, quality assurance, investigations, auditing, or program analysis involving the interpretation and application of federal, state, and local regulations?

• Yes, I have at least 3 years of related experience
• No, I do not have at least 3 years of related experience

04

Do you have experience with HUD regulations, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, or Special Purpose Voucher programs?

• Yes, I have less than 2 years related experience
• Yes, I have 3 -4 years related experience
• Yes, I have more than 5 years related experience
• No, I do not have related experience

05

If you said "Yes" to the above question, please briefly describe your direct experience. If you said "No" to the above question, please type "N/A"

06

Do you have experience conducting investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, or program misuse?

• Yes, I have less than 2 years related experience
• Yes, I have 3- 4 years related experience
• Yes, I have more than 5 years related experience
• No, I do not have any related experience

07

Tell us about a time you used investigation, research, and data analysis to solve a complex problem.

08

What are the top three skills you possess that will contribute to your success in this position?

Required Question

Employer Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency

Address 801 12th Street

Sacramento, California, 95814

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/shra/default.cfm