Part-Time Administrative Service Specialist

Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino (HACSB) is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to plan, organize and coordinate office activities and communications to support the department. The role provides responsive customer service and clerical support in a busy housing operations environment.

Worker will be scheduled for 29 hours per week, with a pattern that includes standard business hours.

Qualifications

• Typing and proofreading a variety of documents including correspondence, reports and forms.
• Provides courteous and responsive customer service.
• Receives and routes inquiries, greets customers and explains policies.

Responsibilities

• Type and proofread a variety of documents (general correspondence, notices, reports).
• Prepare information for housing operations reports and maintain files and records.
• Greet customers, answer phones, provide general information on policies and procedures.
• Assist with rent processing, invoices and purchase requests as needed.
• Support office with supplies, budgets and vendor coordination.

Skills

Typing

Proofreading

Customer service

Receptionist duties

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Agency Information

The Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino (HACSB) was established in 1941 and has evolved into one of the most progressive housing authorities in the Country. We are the largest provider of affordable housing in San Bernardino County and proudly assist approximately 26,000 people. The Housing Authority is a separate legal entity from the County of San Bernardino with approximately 145 employees. The HACSB prides itself on providing more than just housing to residents and thanks to strong partnerships, we continue to help the families we serve access resources and services to enrich their quality of life.

The HACSB's employees are passionate about their work and every position revolves around our agency's mission and core values. We invite you to be a part of our dedicated team who strive to provide meaningful and impactful housing services and resources to the community we serve.

Job Information

Position starting pay: $21.72/hr.

The initial review of applications will begin starting the week of September 21st, 2026. Applications received before the initial review date will be considered, with qualifying applicants being eligible to participate in the phone screen process.

Position Summary

Under general supervision plan, organize and coordinate office activities and communications to support department/location to carry out routine administrative duties as assigned. Provide responsive and efficient customer service.

Employee will work 29 hours/week and must be available for the following schedule

Long week

Mon, Tues.: 8am to 4pm (1 hour lunch)

Wed, Thurs, Fri.: 9am to 4p (1 hour lunch)

Short Week:

Mon, Tues.: 9am to 4pm (1 hour lunch)

Wed, Thurs.: 8am to 4pm (1 hour lunch)

• Provides department/location support by typing and proofreading a variety of documents including general correspondence, purchase requests, applicant/participant/resident notifications, reports, lease documents, pre-applications, applications and other forms.
• Provides department support by preparing information and data for housing operations reports, maintains files, schedules, logs, and records; checks and tabulates basic statistical data; prepares routine statements and reports; may receive and verify rent payments and assists with posting rents as needed.
• Performs receptionist duties by answering the telephone, reviewing client file, addressing enquiries, referring calls to Housing Authority staff, greets customers and provides general information regarding Housing Authority policies and procedures as required.
• Prepares application, recertification, and move packets and verifies information, including conducting document review meetings with applicant, participant/resident. Sorts and files/scans documents and records, maintaining alphabetical, index and cross reference files, and analyzes and responds to applicant inquiries and documents file. Makes recommendations to staff.
• Reviews applicant eligibility packets, including initial income eligibility. Submits, criminal background, tenancy approval and inspection requests as necessary. With training and general guidance; conducts applicant/ participant/resident briefings.
• Provides clerical support by witnessing signatures and verifying identification, copying and maintaining a supply of various forms for applicants, participants/residents and the general public, sorting/distributing, and responding to incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Supports office by procuring supplies, reviewing budgets, updating supervisor on status, discrepancies.
• Receives community/building maintenance requests and dispatches appropriate maintenance personnel. May enter, update and close maintenance requests in computer system. Processes maintenance charges for residents.
• Coordinates specified vendor services.
• Prepares regular monthly invoices and utility requisitions for approvals and processes. Submits purchase requisitions, obtains purchase orders, assist with monitoring workflow through P2P system.
• Provides courteous, respectful, honest, timely and professional information to all Housing Authority staff, program participants, visitors and landlords for all activities and services in accordance with Housing Authority Customer Service policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned (such as training for and performing duties of higher level classifications as business needs require).

High School diploma or equivalent with training in typing, computer software programs, filing and office practices. Associates preferred. Equivalent of 2 years general clerical experience with direct public contact preferred. Bilingual Preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Sitting for extended periods of time.

Seeing to read a variety of materials and equipment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

Lifting light objects.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.

ENVIRONMENT

Office environment.

Constant interruptions.

The HACSB is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values differences among our customers, vendors, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. Our continued success and growth is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout the company and our communities. HACSB is an equal opportunity employer.