JOB Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? As a Housing Specialist in Homeless Services, you'll be at the heart of our Housing Choice Program, providing essential support to individuals and families as they build stable lives and secure housing. This is more than an administrative role—it's an opportunity to work directly with people, guiding them through the housing process, empowering them with life skills, and connecting them to resources that truly change lives.
You’ll be collaborating with teams across departments, community agencies, and other organizations to provide comprehensive support tailored to each person’s needs. From helping clients’ complete applications to working alongside them as they achieve their HUD program goals, you’ll be a trusted partner on their journey to stability. This role is perfect for a proactive, compassionate professional who thrives on seeing the direct impact of their work every day.
The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Bargaining Unit: Employees Council
**Posting may close at any time **
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Interviews applicants, obtains background information, clarifies questions pertaining to occupancy standards and income, and explains rules, regulations and eligibility requirements for housing programs.
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Plans and conducts program application sessions.
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Manages referrals received from outside agencies to the housing program.
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Monitors changes in eligibility requirements, occupancy standards, rent calculations or other matters affecting an applicant's eligibility.
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Establish and maintain consistent communication with each participant, property management, and a collaborative working relationships with community resources.
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Meet with participants as needed.
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Attend and participate in Continuum of Care and other community meetings as necessary to remain informed of current and applicable resources.
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Calculates rent based on the income of the client and the regulations of WHA.
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Support clients with obtaining required documents, identifying barriers to housing stability, and assisting with housing search.
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May be asked to assist clients in obtaining and moving of possessions.
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Compiles reports and maintains files, statistics, and records in keeping with HUD requirements and WHA guidelines.
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Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
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The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties as needed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Required Experience and Training
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Graduation from a four-year college
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A valid Driver’s License.
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Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Training
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1 year of experience working with HUD-funded programs or knowledge of the Kansas Landlord Tenant Act.
Offers of employment will be made contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which will include drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a police records check.
