Senior Housing Specialist – HASA Programs

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York’s Department of Social Services/HASA seeks a Principal Administrative Associate II to serve as a Housing Specialist within HASA Housing Services. The role focuses on coordinating HASA consumer placements in scattered-sites and congregate housing, researching options, and guiding vendors and case managers toward successful housing outcomes.

The position requires strong project management, policy awareness, and the ability to facilitate case conferences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with two years progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience, one year in supervisory capacity.
• Associate degree or 60 credits with three years of clerical/administrative experience, including supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent with four years of clerical/administrative experience, including supervisory experience.
• Educational/experience equivalency allowed with one year supervisory experience; substitution limited to 30 credits per 6 months up to 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vacancies and contracts for HASA housing placements (SS/CSH) via tracking tools.
• Conduct programmatic research on housing options and referrals to determine consumer compatibility.
• Provide technical assistance to vendors and staff; update policies and schedule case conferences.
• Write housing specifications detailing location, type, accessibility, and residence type for clients.
• Forecast apartment availability by evaluating inspections, repairs, homelessness factors, and mandates.
• Calculate needs and refer to social services for furniture, grants, utilities, and moving costs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years admin experience

Associate degree / 60 credits + 3 years admin experience

High school diploma + 4 years admin experience

Education/experience equivalent with 1 year supervisory exp.

Job description

City of New York’s Department of Social Services/HASA seeks a Principal Administrative Associate II to serve as a Housing Specialist within HASA Housing Services. The role focuses on coordinating HASA consumer placements in scattered-sites and congregate housing, researching options, and guiding vendors and case managers toward successful housing outcomes.

The position requires strong project management, policy awareness, and the ability to facilitate case conferences.