Housing Specialist

Department: Housing

Location: OACAC Central Office

Reports Directly To: Housing Program Director

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Salary: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

About Us

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing poverty and strengthening communities by providing services and support to individuals and families throughout the Ozarks.

Position Overview

The Housing Program Specialist is responsible for administering housing assistance program eligibility, recertifications, rent calculations, and housing inspections in accordance with OACAC Housing policies, HUD regulations, and applicable laws. This position assists applicants, participants, landlords, and property owners while ensuring program compliance, accurate documentation, confidentiality, and timely service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

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  Review applications, verify eligibility, and conduct annual and interim recertifications for housing assistance programs.

  
  


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  Calculate household income, deductions, participant rent, and Housing Assistance Payments (HAP), and prepare required notices and correspondence.

  
  


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  Schedule and conduct initial, annual, interim, special, complaint, move-out, and follow-up housing inspections.

  
  


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  Identify inspection deficiencies, communicate corrective actions to participants and landlords, and conduct re-inspections as needed.

  
  


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  Assist applicants, participants, and landlords with program eligibility, recertifications, inspections, and compliance requirements.

  
  


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  Maintain accurate and confidential participant records, inspection reports, and program documentation.

  
  


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  Prioritize assignments to ensure timely eligibility processing, inspections, and lease approvals.

  
  


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  Participate in required training and maintain knowledge of HUD regulations, inspection standards, and OACAC Housing policies.

  
  


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  Perform other related duties as assigned.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications

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  Ability to learn and apply HUD regulations, applicable laws, housing inspection standards, and OACAC Housing policies and procedures.

  
  


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  Strong customer service, communication, organizational, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

  
  


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  Ability to accurately review documentation, perform calculations, and maintain detailed records.

  
  


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  Valid Missouri driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance.

  
  


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  Ability to perform physical activities associated with housing inspections, including standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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  Experience in housing inspections, construction, property management, code enforcement, maintenance, or a related field

  
  


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  Experience interpreting regulations, policies, or inspection standards

  
  

Required Skills and Abilities

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  Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

  
  


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  Effective written and verbal communication skills.

  
  


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  Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and economic circumstances.

  
  


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  Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced office and field environment.

  
  


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  Strong time management, sound judgment, initiative, and accountability.

  
  


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  Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet established deadlines.

  
  

Compensation

$17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Benefits

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  Employer-Paid Health Insurance Option

  
  


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  Dental Insurance

  
  


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  Vision Insurance

  
  


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  Life Insurance

  
  


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  Retirement Plan

  
  


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  Paid Time Off

  
  


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  Paid Sick Leave

  
  


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  Paid Holidays

  
  


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  Tuition Assistance

  
  


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  Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

  
  


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  Family-Friendly Work Environment

  
  


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  Positive Team Culture

  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon completion of required background checks and other pre-employment requirements applicable to the position, including verification of a valid driver's license and eligibility for motor vehicle record monitoring.

If this position isn’t the right fit for you, we encourage you to visit our website to explore other available opportunities with OACAC!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.