Check with seller Housing Specialist Albuquerque

The largest housing authority in the State of New Mexico is looking for an energetic, conscientious and detail oriented individual who enjoys making a difference, being part of a team and takes pride in their career to work in our fast paced office.

SECTION 8 HOUSING SPECIALIST

Compensation: $37,614.33 - $53,630.70
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Closing Date/Time: This position is considered open until filled

POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Section 8 Housing Program Manager, the Section 8 Housing Specialist performs specialized program administrative work for the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Position requires exercising judgment in determining eligibility, calculating assistance and maintaining program compliance, which includes clerical duties.

Education and Experience:
Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of experience in social services agency, community organization, or other similar agency involving heavy public contact

Preferred:

• Experience working in a federally funded program
• Experience working with Housing Choice Vouchers

Substitution:

• Two (2) years administrative support or customer service experience; or
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in a related field of study

Language Requirements:
Required:
Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and federal documents. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors, contractors, supervisors, co-workers, residents, and city/county agencies.

Preferred:
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

We offer competitive compensation and very attractive fringe benefits including medical (including gym membership), dental, vision, 10 paid holidays, paid leave, PERA pension, free basic life insurance, volunteer life, paid STD and LTD, 457 and an employee assistance program.

AHA strives to maintain a drug-free work environment. As a recipient of federal funds, AHA adheres to the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and, accordingly, AHA conducts pre-employment drug screening as well as drug testing of employees in cases of reasonable suspicion.

***RESUMES NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATION***

Job Type: Full-time

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