Section 8 Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/4677778) Section 8 Specialist Salary$52,020.00 - $74,255.00 AnnuallyLocation 701 South Sixth Street, TNJob TypeFull-Time Non Civil ServiceJob NumberMDHA 07469DepartmentMDHADivisionMDHAOpening Date10/01/2024Closing Date10/15/2024 11:59 PM Central
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Position DescriptionMETROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AGENCYHUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION Position Open: October 1, 2024Position Closing Date: October 15, 2024Job AnnouncementPosition: SECTION 8 SPECIALIST Salary Range: $52,020 - $74,255Hybrid Work SettingUnder the direction of the Director of Rental Assistance, to determine the eligibility of applicants and participants for all programs administered by the Rental Assistance Department; to provide support in various procedures relating to initial eligibility, initial lease-ups, re-examinations, transfers, terminations, and do related work as required.MDHA offers competitive salaries and an amazing retirement program. Our Mission is to create affordable housing opportunities, support neighborhoods, strengthen communities and help build a greater Nashville.Typical DutiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Initiates, schedules and implements process for initial interviews, voucher issuance, initial lease-ups, re-examinations, and terminations;
Initiates steps necessary to verify income, assets and expenses of applicants and participants;
Explains policies, procedures and disseminates other rental assistance information to landlords,
Tenants, and applicants
Identifies errors in rent calculations and initiates measures to collect rent overpayment from participants.
Computes subsidy payments and/or total tenant payments (TTP) in accordance to established
HUD formulas from income data obtained in interviews and investigations.
Generates contracts, interim changes, re-certifications, form letters, and other client information and/or correspondence.
Enters client data into the computer software program to document changes in participant status.
Calculates and/or prorates applicant’s net income, rent, and utility allowances concurrent with the applicant’s acceptance of housing.
Updates files as necessary;
Produces and sends required notices;
Conducts briefings;
Prepares new files for HCV participants relocating from one unit to another unit.
As requested, assist in the preparation and analysis of the SEMAP, RIM Review responses, and corrective action plans.
Refers program participants to services offered by other community-based organizations;
Coordinates with landlords and participants to facilitate occupancy and resolve landlord tenant processes Request for Tenancy Approval and changes to lease; initiates inspection requests;
Coordinates the execution of leases and Housing Assistance Payments Contracts;
Updates computer in order to release or stop Housing Assistance Payments;
Assists in the collection of data for rent reasonableness, utility costs, and general market data; assists in owner and family disputes;
Prepares material for hearings;
Compiles reports as needed;
Performs other related duties.
Minimum QualificationsREQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Behavioral Science or related field plus three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in affordable housing, property management or related field.Candidates with accreditation earned in foreign institutes are encouraged to applyEQUIPMENT USED Automobile, calculator, and computerSUPERVISION EXECISEDNoneLICENSE REQUIREDValid Tennessee driver’s licenseMust obtain program certification within twelve (12) months of hire date.Must have knowledge of subsidized housing program guidelines and federal, state and local landlord-tenant lawsMust have great verbal and written communication skillsPreferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Behavioral Skills: Ability to follow and maintain instruction; strong organizational skills; ability to manage time effectively and meet critical deadlines; ability to prepare reports and other written material; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to be tactful, discreet, and non-judgmental;Technical Skills: Knowledge of affordable housing rules and regulations; knowledge of Housing and Urban Development rules and regulations; knowledge of landlord and tenant rights; knowledge of rental and home-ownership principles; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with applicants, participants, landlords, lenders, other housing providers, and other members of the public; ability to perform mathematical functions accurately.Physical Skills: Willingness and mental and physical ability to perform the duties involved in this classification. Ability to perform work with or without an accommodation that requires sitting, standing, and walking, dexterity of hands and clarity of vision, speech and hearing and powers of observation; other physical duties as required.Financial Skills: NoneTHE METROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AGENCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND HIRES REGARDLESS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, AGE, RELIGION, AND DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED STATUS.Apply at www.Nashville-MDHA.org. Upon reviewing all applications submitted for job openings, the Human Resources Office will notify those applicants who are selected for personal interviews. Applicants selected for a position must successfully pass a pre-hire physical examination and drug screen in order to be hired. MDHA is certified by the State of Tennessee as a Drug-Free WorkplaceMetropolitan Development and Housing Agency 701 South Sixth St.Nashville, Tennessee 37206www.Nashville-MDHA.orgTDD#252-8599To request a reasonable accommodation or assistance with language interpretation, please call 615-252-8550.Metro offers a generous core benefit package to eligible employees who are regularly and consistently working 20 or more hours per week. Insurance and benefit coverage is effective the first of the month after the employee has worked 30 days. Employees can change their benefits within 60 days of an eligible change in status or during Annual Enrollment. Metro also offers optional benefits from which the employee may choose. Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs.CORE BENEFITSMedical: Choice of two plans; Metro pays 75% of premiumDental: Choice of two plans; Metro pays for single coverageBasic Life: $50,000 basic term life coverage; Metro pays 100% of premiumPension: Formula-driven pension; 100% Metro funded; 10 year vesting for new employeesPaid Family Leave: Runs concurrently with time designated as FMLA leave (up to 30 days)Longevity: Annual bonus beginning after 5 years of service; increases annually up to 20 yearsWork Life/ Employee Assistance Program: Wide variety of counseling, referral and consultation services provided freeOther: In-line-of-duty injury benefits, AD&D insurance, and Medical Disability eligibility after 10 years with MetroPaid leave: (Full-time employees)
Vacation: 10 vacation days a year; increasing after 5 years of service (For Non Civil Service departments, contact the department's human resources office)
Holidays: 12 holidays per year (For Non Civil Service departments, contact the department's human resources office)
Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year
Other leaves: Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave
See the Human Resources webpage for more details and optional benefits at nashville.gov/hrAgencyMetropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson CountyAddressHuman Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone(615) 862-6640 Websitehttp://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx Please verify your email address Verify Email
