HCV Special Programs Coordinator

Chicago Housing Authority; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Hybrid work schedule

Pet insurance

Identity theft protection

Job summary

A government agency in Chicago seeks an HCV Special Programs Coordinator to oversee quality control activities for housing voucher programs. The role entails auditing records, reporting on utilization, and liaising with partner agencies to ensure compliance with program requirements. Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least three years of relevant experience, and effective communication skills. Exciting benefits include a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing the importance of communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years relevant experience required.
• Experience in conducting housing-related audits and/or reviews is preferred.
• Must achieve minimum passing score of 85% on the HCV Certification exam within 180 days post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control activities on HCV Special Programs.
• Organize CHA HCV records for audits.
• Report monthly on leasing utilization and financials.
• Communicate CHA strategies to partner agencies.
• Monitor vendor performance for compliance.
• Perform HCV quality control functions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Electronic filing systems

Computerized information systems

Job description

Chicago Housing Authority Pay Range

This range is provided by Chicago Housing Authority. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$55,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

HCV Special Programs Coordinator is responsible for performing quality control activities on the HCV Special Programs (Family Self Sufficiency, Homeownership, and Mobility Programs), targeted funding vouchers (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing, Family Unification Program, Fostering Youth to Independence, Mainstream Vouchers, Non-Elderly Disabled, Enhanced vouchers, Emergency Housing Vouchers, Stability Vouchers), and portability processing to ensure these activities are being administered in accordance with program requirements. Primary duties will include reviewing, assessing, and evaluating program files and financial data, monitoring HCV Special Programs activity and related documentation and communicating results to the HCV Financial Compliance Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain full understanding of program requirements, procedures, goals, as well as HUD and internally established measurement systems, including satisfactory performance thresholds.
• Ensure CHA HCV records are organized and available for audit on the HCV Special Programs (Family Self Sufficiency, Homeownership, and Mobility Programs), targeted funding vouchers (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing, Family Unification Program, Fostering Youth to Independence, Mainstream Vouchers, Non-Elderly Disabled, Enhanced vouchers, Emergency Housing Vouchers, Stability Vouchers), portability processing, and any other HCV related special program or targeted funding voucher.
• Report monthly on leasing utilization and financials for all current targeted funding vouchers and any new targeted funding voucher awards.
• Act as the point of contact for other CHA departments and partner agencies (DCFS, VAMC, etc.) to communicate CHA strategies on special populations.
• Monitor vendor performance for program and policy compliance for all HCV Special Programs, targeted funding vouchers, and portability processing.
• Perform other HCV quality control functions, including but not limited to file reviews, financial and HUD report reviews, audits, assist with funding applications, as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Position requires a high school diploma/GED and minimum of three years relevant experience, including the use of electronic filing and computerized information systems. Experience in conducting housing related audits and/or reviews is preferred. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Requires effective problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will display enthusiasm for undertaking challenges, a professional and respectful demeanor, and the ability to establish and meet critical goals.

This position is required to achieve a minimum passing score of 85% on the HCV Certification exam within 180 days post-hire.

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

• Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
• Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Parking Transit
• Prepaid Legal Services
• Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
• Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
• Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.

Applications will be accepted for 30 days from the date of posting. However, the position may be closed at any point if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.

FOR FULL CONSIDERATION, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY TO THE COMPANY WEBPAGE AT: CAREERS.THECHA.ORG

Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000

Grade: S6

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None