Occupancy Specialist
Company: Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: November 16, 2024
Job Description:
An Exciting and Rewarding Career OpportunitySouthern Nevada
Regional Housing Authority Announcement NumberJob
Title24-054Occupancy Specialist Number of OpeningsCompensation
(Depending on Experience, DOE)Multiple (Full-Time, 7 AM to 6 PM,
Mon-Thurs or Tues-Fri) $52,310.96 (Step 1) - $83,627.02 (Step 20)
annuallyThe typical starting range for this position is between
$52,310.96 and $57,741.63, DOE Opening DateClosing DateNovember 15,
2024Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.December 31, 2024
(or until filled)The closing date may be earlier based on
applications received. To Apply and Required DocumentsConditions of
EmploymentThis position is open to both internal and external
applicants. Applicants should:
- Complete an application online - to apply, click here
- Submit a cover letter and resume Incomplete applications will
not be considered.Upon a conditional offer of employment,
candidates must complete:
- background investigation, which may include:(education,
criminal history, credit, fingerprints, and DMV)
- Workplace drug testing (including marijuana*)
- Valid Nevada driver's license and clean driving record *As a
federally-funded employer, although legal in the state of Nevada,
marijuana is restricted under Federal guidelines. Employee
BenefitsPay is only part of the generous compensation package you
receive while working for our premier agency. Employees enjoy a
3-day weekend; free parking, two weeks vacations (years 1 and 2);
13 sick days; 13 paid holidays, including your birthday; medical,
dental, and vision insurance - 100% employer paid (employee only);
health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; life and
long-term disability insurance (employer paid); 457B Deferred
Compensation Plan; Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) - 100%
Employer Funded or Employee/Employee-Funded (50%/50%); Employee
Assistance Program (EAP); and a host of voluntary employee benefits
options. Student loan forgiveness is available to qualified
individuals, pursuant to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program. OverviewThe Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
(SNVRHA) is currently recruiting for an Occupancy Specialist to
join our team. Through its public housing programs, SNRHA provides
affordable housing to low- and moderate-income households. Our team
is comprised of 200+ committed and caring professionals who support
our mission and the clients and communities we serve. Our success
is built upon the contributions of our valued employees. To learn
more, please visit us online - www.snvrha.org. For candidates
relocating from out-of-state, more than its famous strip, which
provides endless entertainment opportunities for locals and
tourists, Las Vegas, Nevada also offers a family-friendly
environment with wonderful neighborhoods, affordable living, warm
weather, outdoor wonders (hiking, climbing, snow-skiing, boating,
sightseeing, and more), professional sports, and world-class
restaurants. Las Vegas is home to the University of Nevada, Las
Vegas (UNLV) and a few hour's drive to beach destinations in
Southern California, the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and national
parks and ski resorts in Utah. Nevada is among the most
tax-friendly states in the U.S., with residents enjoying no state
income tax, county income tax, inheritance tax, and lower property
taxes. Position SummaryThe Occupation Specialist performs
case-management duties to determine the continued eligibility of
Housing Choice Voucher program participants through interactive
interviewing, fact-gathering, and data gathering in accordance with
established SNRHA policies and Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
regulations. The incumbent is responsible for annual
recertifications, interim contracts, and the processing of weekly
and monthly reports. Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis announcement
summarizes typical job functions and does not exhaustively or
comprehensively list all duties and responsibilities. This position
is accountable for performing the following duties and
responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Conduct interviews with families that contain all adults (18
and over) to calculate the client portion of the rent and ensure
that documentation for minors turning adults has provided signed
documents as adults.
- Performs annual, interim re-certification to update the
family's income, asset, and familial status receiving subsidized
housing.
- Verifies information provided by the client using the completed
continued occupancy application, third-party verification from
employers, public and private health care providers for the medical
expense if applicable, and/or the welfare agency or child
support.
- Processes contract paperwork to execute the Housing Assistance
payment after the unit has passed the initial Housing Quality
Standards Inspection.
- Organizes and maintains file integrity and confidential
information for the client's Personal Identifiable Information that
is input into the Yardi database.
- Review requests for tenancy approval packets completed by the
landlord for completed paperwork, signatures, and a proposed
lease.
- Review the rent reasonableness from inspections to verify the
rent valuation report from comparable units of the same type, size,
and amenities. Unsubsidized units within a two-mile radius are
reasonable with the asking rent from the landlord.
- Advises clients on the policies and procedures of the Admin
Plan and the Code of Federal Regulations.
- Ensures that the 50058 (family report uploaded to Housing and
Urban Development) is correct. This announcement summarizes typical
job functions and does not exhaustively or comprehensively list all
duties and responsibilities.This position is eligible for
participation in the collective bargaining unit (SEIU), which
represents certain Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
employees. Minimum QualificationsApplicants who meet minimum
qualifications may be further considered for this position.
Applicants should possess the following:
- High school diploma, or GED equivalent.
- One (1) year of program eligibility experience working in the
public sector, social services, or private property management
firms with an emphasis on interviewing techniques and case
management.
- Experience working with homeless or other vulnerable
populations.
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, negotiation,
problem-solving, crisis management, and organizational skills.
Preferred QualificationsPreference may be given to applicants who
possess the following:
- Prior experience working with a housing agency.
- Prior Section 8 housing experience.
- General knowledge of social services available to vulnerable
populations within the city.
- Rent calculation certification. Screening and
SelectionApplicants who meet minimum qualifications may be further
considered. Evaluation factors include but are not limited to, a
cover letter and resume, writing samples, pre-employment
testing/assessments, panel interviews, references, and background
investigation. Reasonable Accommodation If you require a reasonable
accommodation to participate in our hiring process, contact the HR
Department (702.477.3171).
Compensation details: 52310.96-83627.02 Yearly Salary
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Keywords: Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority, Bullhead City , Occupancy Specialist, Other , Las Vegas, Arizona
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