Part-Time Community Services Specialist

Job Details
Category
Administrative Jobs
Status
Open
Salary
The expected employment offer will be in the $20.179 - 25.227/hr. range, depending on qualifications. Selected candidate will be eligible for annual merit increases and part-time benefits, including pro-rated holidays/vacation/sick leave, tuition reimbursement, retirement, and wellness plans.
Posted
July 13, 2023 9:30 AM
Closing
August 4, 2023 4:30 PM
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The City of Cedar Falls is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Community Services Specialist to work up to 29/hours per week.
Individual performs administrative, analytical, and technical duties related to the City’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/Section 8) rental assistance program, Community Development
Block Grant, and related programs.
Position conducts research on programs/grants available to the community; prepares narrative and financial reports; maintains accurate records, communicates with/educates/interviews landlords and tenants based on Federal regulations; conducts income verifications, negotiates rent and processes lease and contract agreements, assists in investigating and resolving housing complaints, prepares and presents promotional materials to increase participation in these programs; coordinates with HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development); coordinates and/or performs housing inspections and re-inspections, advises landlords of deficiencies, and completes related duties. Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualifications
Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent supplemented by additional coursework/skills in business administration, public administration, management, social work, accounting, or related field and two years of experience in HCV/Section 8 and/or CDBG program administration, or administration of other housing programs, regional or community development, or related field OR an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, management, social work, accounting, or related field with experience in HCV/Section 8, CDBG, housing programs, regional or community development, or related field. Position also requires possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license with good driving record. Inspector certification or ability to obtain certification from the Iowa Association of Housing Officials or related certifications as required by HUD is preferred.
Special Requirements
Post-offer, pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen required for selected candidate.
Miscellaneous Information
For consideration, submit a completed application form (from Cedar Falls City Hall or www.cedarfalls.com/jobs) and resume to [email protected] OR mail to: City of Cedar Falls, Finance & Business Operations Dept.- PT Community Services Specialist, 220 Clay Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50613. Proof of education or transcript is encouraged at the time of application as it will be required before interviews are completed. Deadline for application materials is August 4th at 4:30 p.m. Equal Opportunity Employer