Occupancy Specialist

An Exciting and Rewarding Career Opportunity

Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority

Announcement Number

Job Title

24-054

Occupancy Specialist

Number of Openings

Compensation (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) annually

The typical starting range for this position is between $52,310.96 and $57,741.63, DOE

Opening Date

Closing Date

November 15, 2024

Applications 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 Documents

Conditions of Employment

This 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 Benefits

Pay 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.

Overview

The 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 Summary

The 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 Responsibilities

This 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 Qualifications

Applicants 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 Qualifications

Preference 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 Selection

Applicants 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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