Housing Choice Voucher Program Assistant Coordinator

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Housing Choice Voucher Program Assistant Coordinator to join our team. In this vital role, you will support the administration and coordination of the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program, ensuring that eligible tenants receive quality housing assistance while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Your energetic approach will help facilitate smooth interactions between tenants, landlords, and service providers, fostering a positive environment that promotes stability and independence for our community members. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by managing complex housing programs with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of the Housing Choice Voucher program, including processing applications, renewals, and recertifications.
• Coordinate communication between tenants, landlords, and internal teams to ensure timely resolution of issues related to rent payments, inspections, and lease agreements
• Conduct outreach to prospective tenants and landlords to promote program participation and explain program benefits in accordance with Fair Housing regulations
• Support the review of lease agreements, ensuring compliance with Landlord-tenant law and Section 8 guidelines
• Assist in negotiating lease terms between tenants and landlords to foster mutually beneficial agreements
• Maintain accurate records of all program activities, participant files, and compliance documentation.
• Qualifications
• Must have and maintain a valid State of Connecticut driver’s license and have own vehicle.
• Possession of a High School Degree or GED. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience in property management or related field. Associate’s Degree in Business Administration or its educational equivalent may be substituted for up to two (2) years’ experience.
• Must be certified in Housing Choice Voucher Occupancy and Rent Calculations within one (1) year of date of hire and maintain the same thereafter. May be required to obtain and maintain other job-related certifications as a condition for continued employment with the Authority.
• Complete job description available upon request. Hourly pay rate of $28.00 to $30.00 DOE for a 35-hour workweek plus benefits. Send cover letter and resume indicating all relevant qualifications, including three (3) work references, by April 16, 2026, close of business to: Executive Director, Norwich Housing Authority, 10 Westwood Park, Norwich, CT 06360 or apply on really.com. The Authority reserves the right to extend the closing date for the submission of applications without additional notice, or to readvertise for the position. Candidates being considered for appointment must pass a complete post-offer medical examination, including a drug screening, prior to appointment. EOE/AA.

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $30