What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Selection Specialist position at Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority?
The purpose of this position is to receive and organize client applications for low income housing needs. This is accomplished by obtaining all necessary information for their applications, assisting the applicant through the process, scheduling interviews, and communicating with clients to ensure they understand the requirements of the application process.
Other duties include providing support to staff, assisting with special events, and monitoring applications and scheduling.
Oversees the Public Housing waiting list by approving and disapproving applicant files; organizing waiting lists according to specific criteria; notifying applicant of status; and preparing applicant files upon request. Runs a weekly list of incomplete files; notifies applicants for the necessary documents to complete files. Conducts orientation and leasing of Public Housing units by making applicants aware of available units; conducting move-in orientations; calculating rent; reviewing and signing leases with residents; maintaining information with housing software; and coordinating move-in process with Housing Management and maintenance.
Maintains the housing software information by entering applicant information into the system in a timely manner.
Provides support to the Resident Selection Department by promoting a variety of housing programs available in the community; conducting orientation for new applicants and social service agencies; conducting training sessions on programs.
Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one year and up to three years office experience.
Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $23