Careers at PHAs

Posted 5/8/12

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara is seeking a Housing Policy Manager, salary $83,220 - $108,186/Annually - DOQ.  This position is to plan, direct, coordinate and supervise directly and/or through subordinate supervisory staff the day-to-day activities of a unit in the Housing Programs Department. Take a major role in the formulation of internal policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines used to administer the several programs administered by the Authority, including the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.  Oversee and supervise the processes and activities of assigned unit(s); which may include information technology, policies, procedures and budget process, special programs, community services programs, training and development and other areas as assigned.  Ensure compliance which includes quality control, auditing, efficiency/service, delivery, software administration and ad-hoc reporting. 

Education requires a Bachelor’s degree or any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities for this classification.  Such experience and training would be equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, or Behavioral Sciences, Public or Business Administration or related field. A minimum of four years professional and administrative experience in public administration, managing cases for a social services agency as well as programmatic responsibility,  including the supervision and the development, implementation, and evaluation of training and development programs; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.  Experience should include progressive knowledge about software functionality, preferably with housing systems.  Some direct hand-on operational experience is required.

To apply, please visit our website at www.hacsc.org.

  
Posted 5/4/12

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara is seeking a Senior Housing Programs Analyst, salary $70,603 - $91,784/Annually - DOQ.  This position is to provide expert program analysis and policy and procedure development based on in-depth knowledge and familiarity with federal and state housing programs.  Monitor and evaluate operational procedures and make recommendations for changes.  Must have the ability to troubleshoot and modify software critical to the department’s operations.  Provide and coordinate training for staff, provide guidance, technical support and assist in the resolution of problems and issues.  Undertake special projects and act as facilitator of assigned staff.  Conduct difficult research and provide technical support for supervisory and management staff.  Ability to communicate complex customer needs to vendors and staff, including the Information Technology Department and management personnel.

Education requires a Bachelor’s degree or any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities for this classification.  Such experience and training would be equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences, Public or Business Administration or related field.  A minimum of five years experience performing analytical tasks involving housing programs and related regulations or administration within a public agency or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. 

To apply, please visit our website at www.hacsc.org.

  
Posted 5/1/12

The City of Redondo Beach  is currently recruiting for the position of  Housing Supervisor (Salary $53,748 to $65,424 annually) to manage  the operation of the Redondo Beach Housing Authority’s Section 8 Voucher Program.  This position requires two years experience working with a Section 8 Voucher Program in a Housing Authority, either as a Housing Specialist (or equivalent position) or in a position of more senior or supervisory nature.  AA Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree is desired.    Please submit the required City of Redondo Beach employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing date of Thursday, May 17^th at 5:00 p.m.   Redondo Beach offers a 9/80 work schedule, competitive benefits, significant  opportunities for professional development, and a beautiful work setting along the coast in Los Angeles County.  Download application materials from www.redondo.org.

  
Posted 4/26/12

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority is currently recruiting for the position of Procurement Manager, salary $58,906 - $94,162 per annum. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Procurement Manager manages all procurement and materials management activities, performs professional and supervisory work and is responsible for ensuring departmental compliance with applicable policies, laws, codes, regulations, develop and administer the annual procurement budget, and maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and SNRHA information.  The duties listed below illustrate the various types of work performed.  The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position.

• Plans, organizes, directs, controls, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff responsible for authority procurement activities; assign and monitor workloads; and be final decision maker on matters of significance for the department/work group.
• Select vendors, assesses vendor capabilities, develop alternate sources, and evaluate vendor performance, negotiate price and delivery.
• Makes certain that purchasing documents are properly completed and terms and conditions of purchases are appropriate.
• Participate in the development and administration of the annual budget in accordance with Housing Authority standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local purchasing requirements, as well as SNRHA’s administrative policies and procedures.

For Additional Information or to Apply:  Please visit our web site at www.snvrha.org or an application can be picked up 5390 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89122.  Recruitment open until filled (NO Phone Calls) SNVRHA is an equal opportunity employer.

  
Posted 4/26/12

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority is currently recruiting for the position of Human Resources Manager, salary $68,301 – $109,221 per annum. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for the daily Management of the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority Human Resources Department Operations, which includes planning, managing and coordinating all activities of the SNRHA Human Resources program; provides advice and counsel to management staff, and is responsible for interpreting SNRHA rules, policies, procedures, and practices.  The duties listed below illustrate the various types of work performed.  The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position.

• Plans, organizes, directs, controls, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff responsible for Human Resources Department; serve as the Authority Custodian of Personnel Records, maintain department records, assign and monitor workloads, and be the final decision maker on matters of significance for the department/work group.
• Manages Human Resources functions and activities including recruitment, compensation, benefits, collective bargaining, labor and employee relations, contract management, safety, risk management, staff development, and regulatory compliance.
• Participates in union labor contract negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Plans, manages, and is accountable for the department budget, including participate in the coordination of assigned program budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures in accordance with Housing Authority’s policy and procedures.
• Counsel SNRHA management and staff on personnel policies, procedures, and processes; interpret policies and regulations, and provide advice and assistance regarding Human Resource issues.
• Monitors changes in state and federal regulations, standards, and legislation; maintain expertise in Human Resources issues through participation in educational opportunities, meetings, and workshops.

For Additional Information or to Apply:  Please visit our web site at www.snvrha.org or an application can be picked up 5390 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89122.  Recruitment open until filled (NO Phone Calls) SNVRHA is an equal opportunity employer.

  
Posted 4/26/12

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority is currently recruiting for the position of Eligibility Specialist, salary $35,942 - $57,450 per annum. Under the direct supervision of the Eligibility Manager, this position performs administrative duties to determine eligibility for housing assistance and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs in accordance with established Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) policies and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations.  The incumbent is responsible for conducting eligibility interviews and subsequent actions such as calculation of rent and average wages, sends out notices, reports and correspondence as required.  The duties listed below illustrate the various types of work performed.  The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position.

• Reviews client applications and files; researches information that verifies family composition, income, credit history, criminal history, and other factors affecting eligibility; enters required information on intake forms; and calculates income, determines eligibility, and calculate rent in an accurate and timely manner.
• Processes public housing applications; maintains file on applicants; reply to inquiries by telephone and mail regarding status of applications; and update wait lists.
• Establishes and maintains completed files on assigned caseloads and meets production guidelines including; withdrawing files and sending out withdrawal notices in accordance with housing authority policy and procedures.
• Updates and verifies applicant data in computer system; organizes and maintains caseload files and records; maintains file integrity and confidentiality by adhering to policies and procedures.
• Maintains and corrects applications and program documentation files; contacts applicants to discuss and clarify informational discrepancies, and assures effective communication of issues in accordance with Housing Authority policies and procedures.

For Additional Information or to Apply:  Please visit our web site at www.snvrha.org or an application can be picked up 5390 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89122.  Recruitment open until filled (NO Phone Calls) SNVRHA is an equal opportunity employer.

  
Posted 4/26/12

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority is currently recruiting for the position of Director of Public Housing Operations, salary $75,379 - $120,557 per annum. Under the direction of the Deputy Executive Director, the Director of Public Housing Operations is responsible for the ongoing operations of the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority’s (SNRHA) Public Housing Division. The Operations Department consists of the ownership and operation of 2751 units of public housing in 24 housing communities and over 400 Scattered Site single family homes throughout Clark County. The Director is responsible for running a professionally managed department by ensuring timely lease up, fiscal responsiveness and efficient management of site staff by ensuring forward management presence. The incumbent will work with residents and the community to ensure client satisfaction, management proficiency, team work and expert attention to regulatory and agency compliance requirements.  Employees in this classification perform professional and supervisory level work.  This position is responsible for overseeing administrative work and provides functional supervision of the Operations Department.  The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position.

• Plans, organizes, directs, controls, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff responsible for the Operations Department; maintains department records; assigns and monitors workloads; be the final decision maker on matters of significance for the department/work group.
• Formulates affects, interprets, or implements management policies or operating practices, including having authority to waive or deviate from established policies and procedures without prior approval.
• Plans, manages, and is accountable for the department’s budget, including Participate in the coordination of assigned program budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures in accordance with Housing Authority’s policy and procedures.
• Coordinates, manages, strategically utilizes, and/or correlates data and/or information.  Includes exercising sound judgment in determining time, place, and/or sequence of operations.  Includes referencing data analyses to determine necessity for revision of organizational components.

For Additional Information or to Apply:  Please visit our web site at www.snvrha.org or an application can be picked up 5390 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89122.  Recruitment open until filled (NO Phone Calls) SNVRHA is an equal opportunity employer.

  
Posted 4/20/12

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority is currently recruiting for the positions of Office Assistant I, Program Specialist, and Client Service Specialist.  Click the links for more information.  

To apply:  Please visit the web site at www.snvrha.org or pick up an application at 5390 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89122.  Recruitment open until filled (NO Phone Calls). SNVRHA is an equal opportunity employer.

Posted 4/16/12

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority is currently recruiting for the position of Director of Public Housing Operations, salary $75,379 - $120,557 per annum. Under the direction of the Deputy Executive Director, the Director of Public Housing Operations is responsible for the ongoing operations of the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority’s (SNRHA) Public Housing Division. The Operations Department consists of the ownership and operation of 2751 units of public housing in 24 housing communities and over 400 Scattered Site single family homes throughout Clark County. The Director is responsible for running a professionally managed department by ensuring timely lease up, fiscal responsiveness and efficient management of site staff by ensuring forward management presence. The incumbent will work with residents and the community to ensure client satisfaction, management proficiency, team work and expert attention to regulatory and agency compliance requirements.  Employees in this classification perform professional and supervisory level work.  This position is responsible for overseeing administrative work and provides functional supervision of the Operations Department.  The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position.

• Plans, organizes, directs, controls, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff responsible for the Operations Department; maintains department records; assigns and monitors workloads; be the final decision maker on matters of significance for the department/work group.
• Formulates affects, interprets, or implements management policies or operating practices, including having authority to waive or deviate from established policies and procedures without prior approval.
• Plans, manages, and is accountable for the department’s budget, including Participate in the coordination of assigned program budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures in accordance with Housing Authority’s policy and procedures.
• Coordinates, manages, strategically utilizes, and/or correlates data and/or information.  Includes exercising sound judgment in determining time, place, and/or sequence of operations.  Includes referencing data analyses to determine necessity for revision of organizational components.

For Additional Information or to Apply:  Please visit our web site at www.snvrha.org or an application can be picked up 5390 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89122.  Recruitment open until filled (NO Phone Calls) SNVRHA is an equal opportunity employer.

  
Posted 4/11/12


Executive Director

The Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo (“HASLO”), California, is seeking qualified and experienced candidates to replace the retiring Executive Director’s position.   

The Executive Director leads a staff of 45, administers 2073 Housing Choice Vouchers, a portfolio of 172 public housing units, capital fund, approximately 400 additional units of tax credit, multifamily and acquisition projects developed through HASLO’s nonprofit agencies. Budgets for these programs exceed $23 million. 

The agency operates the Housing Choice Voucher program county-wide, and the owned housing units are concentrated in San Luis Obispo, with properties in other areas of the county, including Atascadero, Los Osos and Paso Robles.  HASLO has established strong collaboration with local homeless service and special needs providers. In addition, HASLO recently started construction of its first homeownership project, which was accomplished through collaboration with the city and a private partner under the Inclusionary program.  

Applicants must have proven leadership, management and fiscal experience in public housing, non-profit affordable housing, or for-profit, operating and developing federally funded housing and affordable housing programs. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional knowledge, skills and abilities in areas including strategic leadership, stakeholder relationships, program integrity, entrepreneurism, and communicate effectively in writing or verbally.

A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, or management is preferred, with 5 years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in assisted housing management.  The PHA offers competitive salary package and benefits as detailed on our website:  www.haslo.org

The selected candidate will be required to reside within the county of San Luis Obispo. Applicants must have achieved the certification of PHM or CME through NAHRO, or commit to successfully achieving this status within one year of appointment. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check and credit check. HASLO is an equal opportunity employer.

If you are looking for a challenge, opportunities AND a beautiful area to live in, interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume (including salary history), AND responses to the Supplemental questions (available on the website). Completed packages may be returned via e-mail or hard copies, and must be received no later than 5pm PST, April 30, 2012. Confirmation of receipt will be sent via e-mail as applications are received. Late deliveries will be rejected. Please send e-mail responses to:  rgribben@haslo.org    

Please send hard copies to:      

Mr. David R. Booker, Chairperson

(confidential application)

Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo

P.O. Box 1289, San Luis Obispo, CA  93406-1289

Posted 4/9/12

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara is seeking a Housing Programs Manager, salary $83,220 - $108,186/Annually-DOQ.  The Housing Programs Manager is an at-will position reporting to the As­sistant Director of Housing Programs. This position requires a professional that is driven by challenge, change, and working in a fast paced environ­ment. The Housing Programs Manager is responsible for a wide range of program activities through directly managing supervisors and staff. This position will have overall accountability for the performance and compli­ance of several HUD programs administered by the Authority, including the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The individual in this position will perform multifaceted work requiring a deep understanding of HUD rules and requirements relative to overseeing processes and activities of assigned unit(s). This oversight may include initial eligibility determination, voucher issuance, inspections, continued eligibility, community services programs, and other areas as assigned.

Education – Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social service programs and/or public administration, or any combination of experience and training that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities for this position. An advanced degree may be a plus.

Experience – This position requires a minimum of four (4) years of supervisory experience in a highly respon­sible administrative position, inclusive of management and oversight of staff and/or training, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates will be evaluated based on their knowledge of Section 8 Housing programs, operations, and activities including housing regulations.

Visit our website at www.hacsc.org for the complete job brochure.  For consideration, submit resume via email to hrjobs@hacsc.org.  OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

  
Posted 4/9/12


Nevada Rural Housing Authority seeks a Mortgage and Marketing Coordinator who will be responsible for all aspects of NRHA’s Home at Last first time homebuyer programs. Bachelor’s degree in finance or marketing plus five years of lending and marketing experience in the affordable housing sector. Knowledge of mortgage lending products a plus. Resumes to 3695 Desatoya Drive, Carson City, NV  89701, fax 775-887-1838 or e/m to mevans@nvrural.org.