Public Housing Programs Lead

Housing-Authority-of-the-City-of-Titusville; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Authority of the City of Titusville is seeking a Public Housing Specialist to manage tenant admissions, re-examinations, and related housing operations at the Conway Building in Titusville. The role involves strong coordination with HUD and elected officials while maintaining accurate records.

The position emphasizes public interaction, reporting, and leadership within the department, with a four-day, ten-hour workweek and non-exempt status.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to perform administrative and clerical duties with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with tenants, the public, and external agencies.
• Ability to perform work requiring accurate mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public in one-on-one and group settings.
• Ability to recognize and assess routine maintenance and repair needs.
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and in a leadership role when required.
• Must be able to pass a Level 2 background check.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs general receptionist duties, including providing information regarding Public Housing to the public via telephone and in person.
• Interviews applicants seeking admission to Public Housing and verifies required information.
• Conducts annual re-examinations of tenants, verifying income and other data relevant to continued eligibility.
• Assigns applicants to Public Housing units in accordance with approved admission policies.
• Briefs tenants upon admission regarding housing rules, regulations, maintenance responsibilities, and rent payment procedures.
• Prepares and maintains tenant files, including lease contracts, applications, income documentation, and eligibility records.
• Conducts annual inspections of Public Housing units to ensure compliance with Housing Authority quality standards for decent, safe, and sanitary living conditions.
• Prepares statistical and operational reports for submission to the Board of Commissioners, Executive Director, and HUD.
• Prepares daily statements of operations.
• Provides feedback regarding the performance of housing management clerical staff as needed.
• Prepares eviction notices, demand notices, and follows up to ensure resolution of delinquencies.
• Prepares and makes daily bank deposits as assigned.
• Reports on-the-job injuries to the supervisor immediately and completes required incident reports.
• Assists the Public Housing Director with special resident programs, including Drug Elimination and other grant-funded programs.
• Performs copying, faxing, filing, and report preparation as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Office practices

Administrative duties

Communication with public

Relationships with tenants/Agencies

Math calculations

Independent work/ Leadership

Background checks

Education

AA/AS in Business Management or Public Admin +2 years exp

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Housing Authority of the City of Titusville is seeking a Public Housing Specialist to manage tenant admissions, re-examinations, and related housing operations at the Conway Building in Titusville. The role involves strong coordination with HUD and elected officials while maintaining accurate records.

The position emphasizes public interaction, reporting, and leadership within the department, with a four-day, ten-hour workweek and non-exempt status.