Temporary Housing Voucher Specialist Assistant

Blue-Sky-Innovative-Solutions; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions seeks a temporary Rental Specialist Assistant to support the Housing Choice Voucher program in Largo, MD. The role focuses on administering program activities in line with HUD regulations and agency policies, managing participant caseloads, and assisting with re-certifications and payments.

You will verify incomes using the EIV system, process vouchers and portability, coordinate inspections, and maintain accurate participant records.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience assisting individuals in program regulations and eligibility criteria.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in client assessment, counseling, and advocacy.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to transition between customer service and compliance-focused processes.
• Ability to manage priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.

Responsibilities

• Administer Housing Choice Voucher program activities per HUD and policy.
• Manage participant caseloads and certifications.
• Verify income and assets via EIV system and calculate HAP and tenant payments.
• Process vouchers and portability transactions.
• Coordinate inspections and rent reasonableness activities.
• Maintain participant records and conduct file audits.

Skills

Program eligibility

Communication skills

Client assessment

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EIV system

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions seeks a temporary Rental Specialist Assistant to support the Housing Choice Voucher program in Largo, MD. The role focuses on administering program activities in line with HUD regulations and agency policies, managing participant caseloads, and assisting with re-certifications and payments.

You will verify incomes using the EIV system, process vouchers and portability, coordinate inspections, and maintain accurate participant records.