Monthly Archives: August 2019

Maintenance Technician – Cordele, GA

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Cordele Housing Authority is seeking a full time Maintenance Technician. Under the direction of the Facilities Management Director, performs a variety of skilled trade and labor activities. This position is responsible for completing physical work tasks related to the maintenance, improvement, and safety of assigned Public Housing properties managed by the Authority.  The successful candidate must have experience in routine electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, general repair, appliance repair, vacancy preparation, preventive maintenance and related disciplines. Trade licenses/certifications are highly desirable.

The individual must be able to complete assigned work orders efficiently. Maintains open communication with management, consistently maintains a professional, courteous attitude with residents, co-workers and the general public; attends and participates in training seminars as requested and performs on-call emergency service as required.

The ideal candidate possess a high school diploma  and has a minimum of four years’ experience performing general maintenance duties at a multifamily rental property; or any equivalent combination of education, training, trade licenses/certifications and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Salary is commensurate with education, trade licenses/certifications and experience. CHA provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical insurance, life insurance, retirement benefits, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation days.

Applicant must successfully complete a drug screen, have a clean driving record with the Department of Motor Vehicles, and pass a criminal history/law enforcement background check.

Position is open until filled. For more information or to apply, qualified applicants may email resume and cover letter to beth@cordelehousing.com  No phone calls please.

Cordele Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

Accounting Assistant – Fulton County

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Under the supervision of the Finance Director, this employee is responsible for performing a variety of tasks as they relate to Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher portability activity including all required forms, receipts and deposits, collections, records maintenance and other related financial tasks as required.

Associate Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or closely related field; considerable work experience in the preparation and maintenance of financial records; or some equivalent combination of education and experience.

A combination of education and appropriate experience will be given consideration. Salary to be determined accordingly.  A full position description is available on the agency’s website www.hafc.org.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter of interest and resume to jobs07@hafc.org

Position is open until filled. No faxes, please. EOE.

Finance Director – Fulton County

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The Housing Authority of Fulton County, Georgia (HAFC) is seeking an experienced Finance Director. As of September 2018, the HAFC currently owns and/or manages Housing Choice Vouchers (847); Ports administered by HAFC (1313); Mixed-Finance ACC Units (132); RAD/Project-Based Vouchers (100); Project-Based Vouchers (90); and Bond-Financed Properties (6).

The Finance Director is responsible to administrate and lead the financial functions of the HAFC which requires the individual to direct, monitor and implement the financial activities of the agency and its affiliated nonprofit and not-for-profit affiliates. The work involves ensuring maximum utilization of a variety of administrative and supervisory skills including maintaining financial records and preparing reports; reviewing and approving general ledger entries; and, preparing, monitoring bond compliance and collections, preparing the operating budget with the Executive Direct the analyzing the agency’s operating budgets. Reports to the Executive Director and assists on all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and the securing of new funding. Maintains expert knowledge of Conventional Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher Program to include Project-Based Vouchers, Tax Credits, Bond Financing, Capital Fund and Mixed-Finance Development.

The position requires a minimum of Bachelor’s degree with major study in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years’ progressive experience in related field to include, supervision at a department level position preferably in a housing type organization employing computerized data base systems. Strong finance/accounting, analytical, organizational, management, and communications skills, and prior experience in interpreting governmental regulations and regulatory enforcement or compliance, required. Knowledge of the general operation and procedures of a Public Housing Agency.

A combination of education and appropriate experience will be given consideration with preference to applicants holding CPA or MBA status. Salary to be determined accordingly. A full position description is available on the Agency website www.hafc.org.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter of interest and resume jobs01@hafc.org. Position is open until filled. No faxes, please. EOE.

Application Specialist – Augusta, GA

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Public Housing Applications Specialist

$13-$15/hour to start commensurate with experience and education.

Submit application and/or resume with qualifications in writing to:

Ms. Heather H. McNair
Director of Human Resources
Augusta Housing Authority
1435 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30901

The statements contained here reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individual may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the work load.

  • Receives applications, conducts interviews, and reviews applications of prospective tenants for public housing and tax credit properties, assisting applicants in the completion of forms and identification of required documentation.
  • Verifies information submitted including income, age, preferences, etc. and ranks applications according to required policies.
  • Computes applicant income, deductions, and completes required forms.
  • Makes unit offers based on established policies and procedures.
  • Calculates adjusted income and computes tentative rent for applicants.
  • Collects deposits and verifies capabilities of establishing utilities after accepted offer.
  • Explains tenant responsibilities to applicants.
  • Handles inquiries from applicants concerning the application process.
  • Maintains the official waiting lists of eligible applicants for public housing and low-income housing tax credit properties.
  • Reviews applicant files on a periodical basis to update information on prospective tenants and place non-respondents in inactive file.
  • Assimilates and enters data into computer system.
  • Sends out consent forms for information on each applicant to the Sheriff’s Department, Department of Family and Children Services, Social Security Administration, Banking Institutions, Landlords, etc.
  • Approves or rejects an applicant based upon instructions and HUD guidelines.
  • Prepares tenant file folders and makes any other arrangements, as required, prior to tenant occupancy.
  • Prepares letters and other office forms and records.
  • Purges the waiting list according to Authority policy, as required.
  • Conducts briefings to applicants approved for housing assistance.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Required Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a Public Housing Agency (PHA).
  • Knowledge of the purposes, policies, and regulations as established by the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP) as well as the Board of Commissioners and/or as set forth by HUD regulations.
  • Knowledge of modern office equipment including copiers, personal computers, mainframe terminals, calculators, facsimile machines, etc.
  • Knowledge of interviewing techniques and of record maintenance.
  • Ability to make moderately complex computations with speed and accuracy.
  • Ability to understand and follow quickly and accurately written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to understand, act on, and interpret policies, regulations, and procedures as set forth by the Housing Authority.
  • Ability to present ideas and information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with administrative rules, regulations, and policies and to explain selection rules and procedures to prospective tenants in an objective and impartial manner.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with co-workers, vendors, contractors, residents, HUD, and local, state, and federal officials; ability to communicate with people from a broad range of socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Ability to work in less than ideal office conditions, e.g. noise, high traffic areas, etc.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines including computers, copiers, printers, facsimile machines, telephones, etc. Must be able to work, move, or carry objects or materials such as files, computer printouts, reports, calculators, pencils, legal pads, etc. Must be able to lift twenty (20) to twenty-five (25) pounds. Must be able to bend and stoop as required.

Minimum Education, Training, and/or Experience

Graduation from a standard high school, preferably including courses in business practices with at least two (2) years experience in clerical work, including public contact work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience to meet the required knowledge, and abilities.

Special Requirements

  • Certification as a Public Housing Occupancy, Eligibility, Income and Rent Calculation Specialist within 12 months of employment.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

  • relevant: 2 years (Preferred)
  • public contact work: 2 years (Required)
  • Customer Service Skills: 2 years (Required)
  • clerical/administrative skills: 2 years (Preferred)
  • public administration: 1 year (Preferred)
  • social work: 1 year (Preferred)

License:

  • Drivers License (Required)

Work Location:

  • One location

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends
  • Day shift
  • 8 hour shift