Housing Access & Compliance Specialist

Vera French Community Mental Health Center; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

AD&D coverage

Long-term disability

Job summary

Vera French Housing seeks a Housing Support Specialist to help individuals access and maintain safe, affordable housing. The role focuses on leasing, eligibility, tenant communication, and day-to-day housing operations in a full-time capacity.

You’ll support HUD, LIHTC, Section 8, and HOME funding compliance, while maintaining tenant records and providing compassionate, trauma-informed service across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required/preferred.
• LIHTC certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong communication, organization, confidentiality, follow-through, and attention to detail.
• Experience with affordable housing programs or property management software preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health needs or in a role requiring empathy is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with applicant screening, income verification, leasing, renewals, and tenant follow-up.
• Calculate rents and utility allowances for income-based units and complete documentation.
• Maintain tenant records, lease files, and compliance paperwork.
• Support HUD, LIHTC, Section 8, HOME funds, and other housing compliance requirements.
• Provide respectful customer service and tenant education in a trauma-informed environment.
• Assist with inspections and travel to multiple locations as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Follow-through

Attention to detail

Empathy

Education

LIHTC certification preferred

Tools

Property management software

Job description

Vera French Housing seeks a Housing Support Specialist to help individuals access and maintain safe, affordable housing. The role focuses on leasing, eligibility, tenant communication, and day-to-day housing operations in a full-time capacity.

You’ll support HUD, LIHTC, Section 8, and HOME funding compliance, while maintaining tenant records and providing compassionate, trauma-informed service across multiple locations.