What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Housing Resource position at Xxx?
Description
Grant-Funded Position:
This is a grant-funded role, and continued employment is contingent upon ongoing HUD based grant funding.
This position is responsible for identifying and securing safe, affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining landlord relationships, identifying rental opportunities, coordinating housing placements, and conducting inspections in accordance with applicable Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) requirements. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HUD guidelines and rental housing requirements. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of local housing markets, landlord-tenant rights, and barriers to housing, as well as strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills. This role requires the ability to work effectively with landlords, community partners, and vulnerable populations while maintaining confidentiality and supporting long-term housing stability.
Are you passionate about helping individuals and families find safe, stable housing? Join our team as a Housing Resource Coordinator, where you’ll play a vital role in supporting people experiencing homelessness by connecting them with affordable rental homes and ensuring those homes are safe and meet quality standards set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
This is a unique, dual-role position that combines housing coordination and property inspections. You’ll work closely with landlords, property managers, and clients to secure housing, conduct inspections to ensure properties meet HUD’s safety and housing quality requirements, and provide guidance to support long-term housing stability.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You'll Do
What We’re Looking For
You must have a mix of education and work experience. This means:
This position requires a fingerprint-based background check, as required by law. The screening reviews criminal history and other legally permitted information. Applicants who do not meet the screening requirements will not be eligible for employment. Learn more: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Why Join Us?
As a Housing Resource Coordinator, you’ll play an important role in helping individuals and families secure safe, affordable housing and achieve long-term housing stability. Your work will support homelessness prevention and contribute to the overall well-being of the community. In this role, you’ll coordinate with landlords, partner agencies, and team members while applying your knowledge of housing standards and rental practices to maintain safe, quality living environments.
Lee County offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), providing valuable retirement benefits and financial security. You’ll be part of a professional team focused on delivering effective housing services, supporting residents, and strengthening the community.
About The Department
The Lee County Department of Human & Veterans Services (HVS) provides programs and resources that support housing stability, economic security, and quality of life for residents. HVS assists individuals and families through homelessness prevention, housing programs, veteran services, and partnerships with local organizations and service providers.
The department works with community organizations, landlords, and service providers to connect residents with housing resources and services that support self-sufficiency and long-term stability. HVS is committed to delivering effective services, managing housing assistance programs, and strengthening the community through coordinated support and resource development.
About Lee County
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor. The job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee Benefits/2024 Benefits/FULLTIME ACTIVE LCBOCC 2024 Plan Year OE Guide FINAL AON 2023.09.12.pdf.
To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee Benefits/2024 Benefits/2024 Active Employee Rates.pdf
Health Benefits
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
How many years of experience do you have in social services or a similar field? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)
Which best describes your experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)
Which best describes your knowledge of landlord-tenant rights and housing regulations? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)
Grant-Funded Position:
This is a grant-funded role, and continued employment is contingent upon ongoing HUD based grant funding.
This position is responsible for identifying and securing safe, affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining landlord relationships, identifying rental opportunities, coordinating housing placements, and conducting inspections in accordance with applicable Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) requirements. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HUD guidelines and rental housing requirements. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of local housing markets, landlord-tenant rights, and barriers to housing, as well as strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills. This role requires the ability to work effectively with landlords, community partners, and vulnerable populations while maintaining confidentiality and supporting long-term housing stability.
Are you passionate about helping individuals and families find safe, stable housing? Join our team as a Housing Resource Coordinator, where you’ll play a vital role in supporting people experiencing homelessness by connecting them with affordable rental homes and ensuring those homes are safe and meet quality standards set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
This is a unique, dual-role position that combines housing coordination and property inspections. You’ll work closely with landlords, property managers, and clients to secure housing, conduct inspections to ensure properties meet HUD’s safety and housing quality requirements, and provide guidance to support long-term housing stability.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You'll Do
- Build Housing Opportunities:
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with landlords and property managers.
- Share program information and explain the benefits of renting to program participants.
- Assist with lease agreements to ensure compliance with program guidelines.
- Maintain an up-to-date list of available rental units.
- Connect Clients to Homes:
- Match clients to appropriate housing options.
- Act as a liaison between clients and landlords throughout the housing placement process.
- Educate clients on lease terms, renter responsibilities, and tenant rights.
- Conduct Home Inspections:
- Perform HQS/NSPIRE inspections to ensure units meet HUD safety and housing quality standards.
- Complete inspection checklists, document findings, communicate needed repairs, and follow up to verify completion.
- Complete required environmental reviews and rent reasonableness assessments, as applicable.
- Assist landlords in becoming approved vendors with Lee County.
- Support Housing Stability:
- Provide clients with resources like budgeting tools or community referrals.
- Collaborate with the case management team to help clients maintain long-term housing.
What We’re Looking For
You must have a mix of education and work experience. This means:
- One of the following:
- An Associate’s Degree
- Some college-level courses or training (equal to about two years of college) in areas like:
- Human services
- Social work
- Property management
- Or a similar field
- OR work experience that takes the place of an Associate’s Degree
- Two years of work experience in social services or a similar field
- A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
- Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability
- HQS (Housing Quality Standards) certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire
- Bilingual in English and Spanish or another commonly spoken community language
- Familiarity with Coordinated Entry Systems (CES) and Continuum of Care (CoC) programs
This position requires a fingerprint-based background check, as required by law. The screening reviews criminal history and other legally permitted information. Applicants who do not meet the screening requirements will not be eligible for employment. Learn more: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Why Join Us?
As a Housing Resource Coordinator, you’ll play an important role in helping individuals and families secure safe, affordable housing and achieve long-term housing stability. Your work will support homelessness prevention and contribute to the overall well-being of the community. In this role, you’ll coordinate with landlords, partner agencies, and team members while applying your knowledge of housing standards and rental practices to maintain safe, quality living environments.
Lee County offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), providing valuable retirement benefits and financial security. You’ll be part of a professional team focused on delivering effective housing services, supporting residents, and strengthening the community.
About The Department
The Lee County Department of Human & Veterans Services (HVS) provides programs and resources that support housing stability, economic security, and quality of life for residents. HVS assists individuals and families through homelessness prevention, housing programs, veteran services, and partnerships with local organizations and service providers.
The department works with community organizations, landlords, and service providers to connect residents with housing resources and services that support self-sufficiency and long-term stability. HVS is committed to delivering effective services, managing housing assistance programs, and strengthening the community through coordinated support and resource development.
About Lee County
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor. The job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee Benefits/2024 Benefits/FULLTIME ACTIVE LCBOCC 2024 Plan Year OE Guide FINAL AON 2023.09.12.pdf.
To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee Benefits/2024 Benefits/2024 Active Employee Rates.pdf
Health Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
- Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Medical Reimbursement Account
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
- Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
- Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
- Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
- Optional Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
- Short-Term Disability
- Sick Leave Pool
- Flu vaccinations
- Wellness Programs
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Two Retirement Plan Options:
- FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
- FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
- Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
- Financial Savings/Management Programs
- Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
- Employee Leave Benefits
- Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
- Family and Medical Leave
- Military Family & Medical Leave
- Educational Leave
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
- Yes
- No
How many years of experience do you have in social services or a similar field? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1–2 years
- 2 years
Which best describes your experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)
- No experience
- Limited experience (occasional interaction)
- Moderate experience (regular interaction in a related role)
- Extensive experience (primary responsibility in previous role)
Which best describes your knowledge of landlord-tenant rights and housing regulations? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)
- No knowledge
- Basic knowledge
- Working knowledge
- Advanced/Professional knowledge
- Required Question