Housing Specialist

2 weeks ago


Brooklyn, New York, United States The Doe Fund Full time
Housing Specialist Job Description

The Doe Fund is seeking a skilled Housing Specialist to join our team. As a Housing Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing holistic services, housing, and work opportunities to under-served populations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Interface with landlords and management companies to establish working relationships and negotiate lease agreements.
  • Create and maintain a liaison with the DHS Housing Placement Unit to ensure compliance with housing laws and codes.
  • Oversee landlord and management company compliance in meeting established housing laws, building codes, and lease agreements.
  • Work in conjunction with Case Management to identify potential clients for housing and resolve crises or conflicts with landlords and management companies.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and revise housing management relationships to ensure uniformity in maintaining fair housing standards.
  • Develop and maintain a database of available housing and work towards identifying new housing opportunities for clients through ongoing networks.
  • Prepare and/or coordinate reports and related information related to housing codes and compliance.
  • Inform Case Management staff of apartment readiness and/or problems with client maintaining apartment.
  • Maintain a caseload of clients receiving outside income and prepare housing packages for clients.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with at least two to three years of community-based residential management experience or a related field. You will also have knowledge of applicable state and city housing and disability laws and codes, as well as computer literacy and a valid driver's license.

The Doe Fund is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.


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