Housing Specialist I

hrEdge; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

hrEdge in Chicago is seeking a Housing Specialist I to conduct initial and ongoing eligibility reviews for subsidized housing programs and manage routine transaction processing. You will assist clients through the application process for programs such as HCV, PH, and LIHTC, and ensure accurate recordkeeping.

Responsibilities include interviewing clients, reviewing documentation, maintaining case files, and providing clear information on program requirements while complying with federal, state,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must complete specialist certification course within 60 days of hire.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in subsidized programs eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with the application process for subsidized housing programs (HCV, PH, LIHTC, etc.).
• Review and verify documentation to determine eligibility.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and case files.
• Provide information and support to clients regarding program requirements and processes.
• Conduct client interviews to gather necessary information.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 07/28/2026

TheHousing Specialist I is responsible for conductinginitial and continued eligibility as well asroutine transaction processing for

subsidized housing programs. This role requires afoundational understanding ofsubsidized housing programs and effective

Summaryof Key Responsibilities:

• Assistclients with the application process for subsidized housing programs (HCV, PH,LIHTC, etc.)
• Review and verify documentation to determineeligibility.
• Maintain accurate records of clientinteractions and case files.
• Provide information and support to clientsregarding program requirements and processes.
• Conduct client interviews to gather necessaryinformation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, andlocal regulations.
• Participate in team meetings and trainingsessions.
  

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  

Experience

• Must complete specialist certification coursewithin 60 days of hire. (HCV, Public Housing, LIHTC, etc.)
  
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in subsidizedprograms eligibility required.
  

Skills and Competencies

• Strong organizational and time managementskills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonalskills.
• Ability to work independently and as part ofa team.