HOUSING SPECIALIST II

Job Posting

The following position is available with the City of Lafayette. If you are interested in being considered for this position,

applications are ONLY available on-line – http://www.lafayette.in.gov/1042/Job-Postings

Applications due by: October 2, 2026

Available with the Lafayette Housing Authority

POSITION:
Housing Specialist

LOCATION:
Lafayette Housing Authority
2601 Greenbush St
Lafayette, IN 47904-2478

SCHEDULE:
Full-Time

SALARY
$1839 - $2022 biweekly

DUTIES:

• Primary point of contact for participants and applicants for Section 8 program.

• Reviews applications for program and interviews applicants;

• Prepares for and conducts participant meetings to explain program rights and responsibilities;

• Assists in implementing of new and revised regulations as they occur;

• Completes annual recertifications;

• Completes interim recertifications;

• Scans documents into Laserfiche;

• Coordinates participants in the moving process;

• Holds Informal Reviews and occasional Pre-Hearing Appeals;

• Other tasks as assigned
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of High School diploma. Job experience working with low-income people preferred;

• Maintain a State of Indiana driver’s license;

• Ability to use and maintain standard office equipment such as computer (Microsoft Office), FAX, calculator,

• Strong math, analytical and organization skills;

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor, co-workers and the public;

• Ability to compose appropriate written documentation and other required paperwork;

• Ability to use reference manuals and resource materials as applies to Essential and Non-Essential functions;

• Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and economic status;

• Must be able to obtain Housing Specialist Certification within 3 years of hire

• Bilingual preferred
  

The City of Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity Employer