PUBLIC HOUSING SUPERVISOR V - HILO, HAWAII ISLAND

State of Hawai'i; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Hawai'i is seeking a capable supervisor to lead operations for Hawaii Public Housing Authority projects. The role focuses on planning, organizing, and coordinating housing operations, while addressing tenant issues and coordinating with community partners to support residents.

The position requires a bachelor's degree and proven experience in policy development, supervision, budgeting, and tenant relations in public housing contexts.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required for eligibility.
• Experience in developing policies, procedures and work plans is required.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience is essential.
• Budget control and fiscal management related to housing operations is expected.
• Experience with tenant relations and community engagement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate operations of public housing projects.
• Investigate tenant complaints and work with community groups and agencies.
• Develop tenant recreation and social activities and inspect properties for repairs.
• Establish rent schedules and oversee property maintenance and repairs.
• Manage funds and ensure fiscal accountability for housing programs.

Skills

Policy development

Staff supervision

Budget management

Tenant relations

Education

Bachelor's degree from regionally accredited four-year college or university

Job description

Recruitment Number 26-0216

This vacancy is with the Department of Human Services, Hawaii Public Housing Authority Division.

Salary: $6,221 to $7,568 per month (SR-24, Step D to I)

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

The continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the operations of a public housing project or projects. This includes planning, organizing and coordination of project operations; investigating tenant complaints and difficulties, fostering and establishing working relationships with community groups and other agencies for the benefit of the residents and the Hawaii Public Housing Authority; developing tenant recreation and social activities; inspecting property to ascertain the need for repairs; and performing other related duties as assigned.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Basic Education:

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university.

Specialized Experience:

• Development and implementation of local policies, procedures and work plans;
• Supervision and training of subordinate personnel;
• Budgetary control and fiscal management of funds and expenditures related to project operations, maintenance and repair of project facilities, etc.;
• Evaluation of operating and maintenance costs and practices to obtain maximum efficiency and economy;
• Rental and occupancy activities involving tenant selection, dwelling unit assignment, surveys of local rent and utility rates, setting and/or collecting rents and charges; and
• Community and tenant relations including development of cooperative dealings and harmonious relationships, adjustment of complaints, assistance on problems of health, safety, recreation and social welfare needs of tenants.

• Establishment of rent schedules;
• Property rental, lease negotiation and preparation;
• Property maintenance and repair which included responsibility for the efficient and economical maintenance of the property and the protection of the owner's investment through property inspections and effecting needed repairs and alterations;
• Fund management; i.e., the installation and maintenance of fiscal accountability control procedures and records to reflect income and expenses.

Supervisory or Staff Experience:

• Experience which included: 1) planning, organizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others; 2) assigning and reviewing their work; 3) advising them on difficult work problems; 4) training and developing subordinates; and 5) evaluating their work performance.
• Experience in the field of public housing, real property management, or related fields as a staff specialist which involved work such as conducting studies and making recommendations for the development or revision of standards, policies, procedures and techniques pertaining to a program or activity; giving technical advice and direction; gathering data to determine conformance with standards and requirements; conducting special studies; recommending staff improvements and developing training materials. Also, work experience which involved securing the cooperation and support of private and public agencies and community organizations to promote, develop and maintain an understanding of public housing goals and objectives and the role public housing projects play in the total pattern of community organization; collecting and analyzing data on present and projected manpower needs and on employee training programs to meet manpower needs; and evaluating standards, policies, procedures and techniques pertaining to public housing activities.

Substitutions Allowed:

Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.

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The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

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TESTING INFORMATION

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

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