Job Title: Housing Assistance Representative (Temporary)
Location: Onsite – Oaklnad, Ca
Pay Rate: $40/hour
Schedule: Full-time, with every other Friday off
Duration: Temporary assignment, up to 6 months

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of a Housing Assistance Manager, the Housing Assistance Representative performs program duties related to HUD-funded housing assistance programs in compliance with established federal and agency policies and procedures. Candidates must have demonstrated experience in housing assistance functions and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

Representatives may be assigned to one or more functional areas, including Inspection, Occupancy, Rent Analysis, Outreach, Homeownership, Family Self-Sufficiency, or Eligibility. Assignment is determined based on organizational needs and the candidate’s qualifications.

Essential Duties and Functional Areas:

Inspection

• Conducts field inspections to identify housing deficiencies and ensure compliance with Housing Quality Standards

• Documents inspection results and follows up with landlords and tenants

• Approves rents within set thresholds and gathers rent comparability data

• Resolves disputes between landlords and tenants

Occupancy

• Provides counseling to tenants and landlords regarding program rights and obligations

• Calculates utility allowances and monitors household composition for compliance

• Enforces program requirements and participates in debt collection processes

• Assists in litigation-related documentation and inquiries

Rent Analysis

• Compiles and maintains rent data for setting rent ranges based on HUD and agency requirements

• Negotiates Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contracts with property owners

• Reviews and approves rent adjustments and rent requests outside standard ranges

• May conduct quality control checks and housing inspections

Outreach

• Analyzes barriers to program participation and recommends solutions

• Conducts briefings and outreach to landlords, nonprofit developers, and tenants

• Establishes relationships with property owners and housing professionals

• Assists clients with housing searches and program navigation

Homeownership

• Provides support and education to participants interested in HUD’s Section 8 homeownership program

• Builds partnerships with lenders, real estate professionals, and nonprofit organizations

• Conducts outreach and delivers presentations on homeownership opportunities

• Prepares reports, program materials, and grant-related documentation

Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS)

• Markets the FSS program to eligible participants and community partners

• Develops strategies to support economic independence and asset building

• Identifies educational and workforce resources for program participants

• Prepares reports, conducts presentations, and assists with grant writing

Eligibility

• Interviews applicants and assesses initial eligibility for housing programs

• Collects and verifies income and household information

• Performs rent calculations and determines qualification based on HUD guidelines

• Provides guidance on program rules and outstanding debts

• Verifies citizenship and immigration status of applicants

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in housing assistance, case management, or HUD program administration

• Knowledge of affordable housing programs, including Section 8 and housing quality standards

• Ability to interpret and apply complex policies and regulations

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data tracking systems

• Experience working with diverse communities and managing client relations

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Independent, proactive, and self-motivated

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Compassionate and professional in client-facing interactions

• Able to work collaboratively with landlords, tenants, and agency partners

• Comfortable managing high-volume caseloads and meeting deadlines

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance