Coordinator, Housing Resource

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Fort Myers (FL)

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USD 42.000 - 65.000

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2 giorni fa

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Descrizione del lavoro

Lee County seeks a Housing Resource Coordinator to identify and secure affordable, safe housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The role requires coordinating with landlords, managing housing placements, and conducting HQS/NSPIRE inspections to ensure HUD safety standards.

You will work with landlords, community partners, and the case management team to support long-term housing stability, provide resources, and guide clients through lease terms and renter

Competenze

Associate's Degree or two years of college in human services, social work, property management, or related field.
Two years of work experience in social services or a related field.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field, experience with homelessness or housing instability, HQS certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days, bilingual in English and Spanish, familiarity with CES and CoC programs.

Mansioni

Identify and secure safe, affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness; develop landlord relationships and identify rental opportunities.
Coordinate housing placements and conduct HQS/NSPIRE inspections to meet HUD standards.
Provide resources and referrals to support long-term housing stability; collaborate with case management and landlords.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Bilingual English/Spanish

Knowledge of housing markets

Landlord-tenant rights

CES & CoC familiarity

Formazione

Associate's Degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Grant-Funded Position:

This is a grant-funded role, and continued employment is contingent upon ongoing HUD based grant funding.

Description

Grant-Funded Position:

This is a grant-funded role, and continued employment is contingent upon ongoing HUD based grant funding.

This position is responsible for identifying and securing safe, affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining landlord relationships, identifying rental opportunities, coordinating housing placements, and conducting inspections in accordance with applicable Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) requirements. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HUD guidelines and rental housing requirements. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of local housing markets, landlord-tenant rights, and barriers to housing, as well as strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills. This role requires the ability to work effectively with landlords, community partners, and vulnerable populations while maintaining confidentiality and supporting long-term housing stability.

Are you passionate about helping individuals and families find safe, stable housing? Join our team as a Housing Resource Coordinator, where you’ll play a vital role in supporting people experiencing homelessness by connecting them with affordable rental homes and ensuring those homes are safe and meet quality standards set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

This is a unique, dual-role position that combines housing coordination and property inspections. You’ll work closely with landlords, property managers, and clients to secure housing, conduct inspections to ensure properties meet HUD’s safety and housing quality requirements, and provide guidance to support long-term housing stability.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You'll Do

Build Housing Opportunities:
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with landlords and property managers.
- Share program information and explain the benefits of renting to program participants.
- Assist with lease agreements to ensure compliance with program guidelines.
- Maintain an up-to-date list of available rental units.
Connect Clients to Homes:
- Match clients to appropriate housing options.
- Act as a liaison between clients and landlords throughout the housing placement process.
- Educate clients on lease terms, renter responsibilities, and tenant rights.
Conduct Home Inspections:
- Perform HQS/NSPIRE inspections to ensure units meet HUD safety and housing quality standards.
- Complete inspection checklists, document findings, communicate needed repairs, and follow up to verify completion.
- Complete required environmental reviews and rent reasonableness assessments, as applicable.
- Assist landlords in becoming approved vendors with Lee County.
Support Housing Stability:
- Provide clients with resources like budgeting tools or community referrals.
- Collaborate with the case management team to help clients maintain long-term housing.

Education, Experience, Licensing

What We're Looking For

You must have a mix of education and work experience. This means:

One of the following:
- An Associate's Degree
- Some college-level courses or training (equal to about two years of college) in areas like:
  - Human services
  - Social work
  - Property management
  - Or a similar field
- OR work experience that takes the place of an Associate's Degree

AND

Two years of work experience in social services or a similar field
A valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability
HQS (Housing Quality Standards) certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire
Bilingual in English and Spanish or another commonly spoken community language
Familiarity with Coordinated Entry Systems (CES) and Continuum of Care (CoC) programs

Fingerprint Screening Requirement

This position requires a fingerprint-based background check, as required by law. The screening reviews criminal history and other legally permitted information. Applicants who do not meet the screening requirements will not be eligible for employment. Learn more: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.

Why Join Us?

As a Housing Resource Coordinator, you’ll play an important role in helping individuals and families secure safe, affordable housing and achieve long-term housing stability. Your work will support homelessness prevention and contribute to the overall well-being of the community. In this role, you’ll coordinate with landlords, partner agencies, and team members while applying your knowledge of housing standards and rental practices to maintain safe, quality living environments.

Lee County offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), providing valuable retirement benefits and financial security. You’ll be part of a professional team focused on delivering effective housing services, supporting residents, and strengthening the community.

About The Department

The Lee County Department of Human & Veterans Services (HVS) provides programs and resources that support housing stability, economic security, and quality of life for residents. HVS assists individuals and families through homelessness prevention, housing programs, veteran services, and partnerships with local organizations and service providers.

The department works with community organizations, landlords, and service providers to connect residents with housing resources and services that support self-sufficiency and long-term stability. HVS is committed to delivering effective services, managing housing assistance programs, and strengthening the community through coordinated support and resource development.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high- quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high- quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits

Medical Insurance
Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Medical Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
Optional Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
Short-Term Disability
Sick Leave Pool
Flu vaccinations
Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Two Retirement Plan Options:
FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
Financial Savings/Management Programs
Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
Employee Leave Benefits
Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Vacation Leave
Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
Family and Medical Leave
Military Family & Medical Leave
Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

How many years of experience do you have in social services or a similar field? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history).

None
Less than 1 year
1–2 years
2+ years

Which best describes your experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history).