Housing Specialist I

hrEdge; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

hrEdge seeks a Housing Specialist I in Chicago to conduct eligibility assessments and support subsidized housing programs. You will process routine transactions, verify documents, and maintain orderly case files while upholding program requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently or with a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 09/21/2026

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 communication skillsto ensure accurateand timely assistance.

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 trainingessions.
  

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.