Housing Eligibility & Programs Specialist

Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority; Toledo, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority seeks an Eligibility Assistant to process HCVP applications and determine housing eligibility. You will verify information, interview applicants, and communicate decisions to residents and landlords, while maintaining accurate electronic records.

The role involves annual reviews, rent calculations, and assisting with HAP contracts and portability tasks in a dynamic housing program environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in public administration or related discipline with one year of experience intake/maintenance.
• Valid Ohio or Michigan driver's license and be insurable under LMH's plan.

Responsibilities

• Process applications and determine initial and continued eligibility for HCV programs.
• Verify information, interview applicants, and communicate decisions to residents and landlords.
• Maintain electronic filing and ensure data accuracy in the system.
• Perform annual interviews, calculate interim rent changes, and manage certifications.
• Assist with housing assistance contracts and porting requirements per HUD rules.
• Support pre-occupancy programs and other tasks as assigned.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

Two years college in public administration or related field

Job description

Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority seeks an Eligibility Assistant to process HCVP applications and determine housing eligibility. You will verify information, interview applicants, and communicate decisions to residents and landlords, while maintaining accurate electronic records.

The role involves annual reviews, rent calculations, and assisting with HAP contracts and portability tasks in a dynamic housing program environment.