SUMMARY: Responsible for determination of eligibility for subsidized housing and preparation and maintenance of HAP contracts. Processes new applicants, determines eligibility for Housing Choice Vouchers and other programs. Issues vouchers to eligible applicants and initiates, receives and processes referrals for special programs. Investigates and verifies factors necessary to establish the eligibility of residents for continued housing subsidy. Verifies resident income. Prepares termination and reinstatement notifications and repayment agreements. Communicates with tenants and property owners, providing professional customer service. Prepares HUD reporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Processes housing applications, determines eligibility, and issues vouchers and payments for Housing Choice Vouchers and other housing programs.

2. Schedules and conducts interviews with housing applicants to determine eligibility for subsidized housing based on established guidelines.

3. Issues vouchers for new and families that are moving.

4. Works with third parties to verify income, citizenship, and household composition information provided by applicants. Investigates and verifies factors that are necessary to establish the eligibility of residents for continued Housing Choice Voucher subsidy. Calculates rental subsidies based on income, expense factors and eligibility findings.

5. Prepares leasing appointment documents for tenant and landlord.

6. Processes portability documentation for family moving to or from the housing authority.

7. Completes annual and interim recertification calculations in an accurate and timely manner and reviews rent calculations with residents.

8. Conducts scheduled monthly recertification briefing appointments.

9. Calculates required repayments where necessary.

10. Processes termination and reinstatements of subsidies. Prepares and communicates timely notifications in accordance with HUD and Authority policies and procedures.

11. Prepares and completes HUD forms for submission.

12. Maintains complete and accurate files and records of applicant/tenant information, recalculations performed and correspondence in accordance with Authority policies and procedures.

13. Meets with tenants and property owners as required to resolve issues.

14. Maintains the Housing Choice Voucher waiting list by removing ineligible applicants.

15. Works with social service and other housing agencies to make and receive referrals for assistance.

16. Submits weekly reports and/or maintains tracking logs for Special Program.

17. Completes the full process of Request for Tenancy Approval (RTA) packets.

18. Assists with answering phones and covering the front desk, sorting and distributing mail and other clerical tasks.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Typical office environment, with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

The incumbent must:

1. Hold a minimum of an Associate’s degree from an accredited institution or one to three years’ experience in a structured office environment or public or housing choice voucher housing administration.

2. Hold (or obtain) and maintain knowledge of Housing Choice Voucher Administration Plan and regulations and HUD Recertification requirements and regulations.

3. Hold Rent Calculation Certification within one year of employment.

4. Have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

5. Able to communicate clearly and precisely, both orally and in writing.

6. Able to meet the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation:

a. Use hands to manipulate, handle, feel and control items or equipment;

b. Reach with hands and arms;

c. Talk and hear;

d. See and be able to read, write, and interpret text, spreadsheet, and graphical documents;

e. Occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds.

The functions, qualifications, responsibilities, and requirements listed above represent the essential functions of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Greater Dayton Premier Management to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law. This policy extends, but is not limited, to recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, rate of pay and other forms of compensation, education and training.

Greater Dayton Premier Management is a drug-free workplace, meaning that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited on the premises of the Agency. This list includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, heroin, PCP, cocaine and amphetamines.

Other Duties

Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The outline of responsibilities given above may vary without materially changing either the job classification and/or pay.

This position will close for applications/resumes on the date listed above. Applications/resumes mailed, presented in person, or emailed by 5:00 PM of the closing date will be accepted for consideration. Applications may be obtained on the website at www.gdpma.org. Late application/resume submittals will not be considered. Please include the memorandum number on the application/resume.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• public or HCV housing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Ohio driver's license (Preferred)

Work Location: In person