Jobs Plus Program Specialist: Onsite & Data-Driven Impact

Chicago Housing Authority; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) / pension match

Hybrid work option

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Housing Authority is seeking a Program Specialist – Jobs Plus at Wentworth Gardens to operate the Jobs Plus initiative on-site, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficient service delivery.

The role requires coordinating with contractors, residents, and CHA leadership, delivering training, and preparing performance reports while maintaining HUD standards; remote work is possible one day per week after a 90-day probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in human services, social work, public or business administration, or related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience with workforce programs.
• On-site work required with valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary on-site contact for Jobs Plus at Wentworth Gardens.
• Coordinate with contractors, residents, and stakeholders to ensure program operations.
• Monitor contractor performance and HUD compliance.
• Deliver training and technical assistance on CHA policies and data systems.
• Prepare program reports and performance dashboards for leadership.
• Conduct QA reviews of data in the system of records.

Skills

MS Office

Data analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, public or business administration or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Chicago Housing Authority is seeking a Program Specialist – Jobs Plus at Wentworth Gardens to operate the Jobs Plus initiative on-site, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficient service delivery.

The role requires coordinating with contractors, residents, and CHA leadership, delivering training, and preparing performance reports while maintaining HUD standards; remote work is possible one day per week after a 90-day probation.