Section 8 Occupancy Specialist

Newport Housing Authority; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Housing Authority in Florence, Kentucky is seeking an Occupancy Specialist responsible for conducting client sessions regarding program rules, managing tenant rents, and handling necessary paperwork. Candidates should possess strong communication and math skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience in housing or social service programs is preferred. This role offers a chance to make a difference while working in an equal opportunity environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent math skills for calculating tenant rents accurately.
• Strong communication skills to conduct sessions with clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and individual client sessions regarding program rules.
• Execute all necessary paperwork for assistance.
• Calculate tenant rents accurately.
• Document and maintain client files.
• Enter data into program databases.
• Assist with various occupancy matters.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Excellent math skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Occupancy Specialist

The Housing Authority of Newport’s Section 8 Department is seeking an Occupancy Specialist to conduct group and individual sessions with clients, administer program rules, complete required paperwork, calculate tenant rents, document client files, perform data input, and assist with occupancy matters.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and individual client sessions regarding program rules
• Execute all necessary paperwork for assistance
• Calculate tenant rents accurately
• Document and maintain client files
• Enter data into program databases
• Assist with various occupancy matters

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent math skills
• Strong communication skills
• Previous experience in housing or social service programs is a plus

Neighborhood Foundations is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency and an Equal Opportunity Employer.