HCV Specialist: Help Families Secure Affordable Housing

Norfolk-Redevelopment-and-Housing-Authorit; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Housing Choice Voucher Specialist at Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority administers the HCV program, determines HAP and UAP subsidies, and supports landlords and participants in Norfolk, Virginia. Responsibilities include eligibility determinations, voucher education, data entry, and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates have college coursework in related fields and 2–4 years of relevant experience; notary status and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• College coursework in Social Work, Sociology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Two to four years of progressively responsible experience in rental assistance housing programs or related fields.
• Notary Public status or eligibility and a valid driver’s license; background check required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Administers Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program procedures to participants.
• Determines and verifies HAP and UAP subsidies for clients and processes rent calculations.
• Administers HCV procedures to landlords and maintains landlord communications.
• Organizes voucher educational briefings and assists participants in locating housing.
• Maintains accurate client activity records and supports audits and reports.
• Performs other administrative activities related to HCV processing.

Skills

Communication skills

Notary Public

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Housing database

Education

College coursework in Social Work, Sociology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Housing database

Job description

The Housing Choice Voucher Specialist at Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority administers the HCV program, determines HAP and UAP subsidies, and supports landlords and participants in Norfolk, Virginia. Responsibilities include eligibility determinations, voucher education, data entry, and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates have college coursework in related fields and 2–4 years of relevant experience; notary status and a valid driver’s license are required.