Eligibility Specialist at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority – Las Vegas, Nevada

Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority

Announcement Number

Job Title

26-010

Eligibility Specialist

Number of Openings

Compensation (Depending on Experience)

One or more (Full-Time, 7 AM to 6 PM, Mon-Thurs)

$51,023.02 (Step 1) - $81,568.03 (Step 20) annually

The typical starting range for this position is between $51,023.02 and $56,319.95 DOE.

Opening Date

Closing Date

March 17, 2026

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

March 31, 2026 (or until filled)

The closing date may be earlier based on the number of applications received.

To Apply and Required Documents

Conditions of Employment

This position is open to both internal and external applicants. Applicants should (required):

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

*Applicants who meet minimum qualifications are not guaranteed an interview.

Upon a conditional offer of employment, candidates must successfully:

(education, criminal history, credit, fingerprints, and DMV)

*As a federally-funded employer, although legal in the state of Nevada, marijuana is restricted under Federal guidelines.

Employee Benefits

Pay is only part of the generous compensation package you receive while working for our premier agency. Employees enjoy a 3-day weekend; free parking; 2 weeks vacations (years 1 and 2); 13 sick days; 13 paid holidays, including your birthday; medical, dental, and vision insurance – 100% employer paid (employee only); health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; life and long-term disability insurance (employer paid); 457B Deferred Compensation Plan; Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) – 100% Employer-Funded or Employee/Employer-Funded (50%/50%); Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a host of voluntary employee benefits options. Student loan forgiveness is available to qualified individuals, pursuant to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Overview

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNVRHA) is currently recruiting for an Eligibility Specialist to join our team. Through its public housing programs, SNRHA provides affordable housing to low- and moderate-income households. Our team is comprised of 200+ committed and caring professionals who support our mission and the clients and communities we serve. Our success is built upon the contributions of our valued employees. To learn more, please visit us online - www.snvrha.org.

For candidates relocating from out-of-state, more than its famous strip, which provides endless entertainment opportunities for locals and tourists, Las Vegas, Nevada, also offers a family-friendly environment with wonderful neighborhoods, affordable living, warm weather, outdoor wonders (hiking, climbing, snow-skiing, boating, sightseeing, and more), professional sports, and world-class restaurants. Las Vegas is home to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and a few hours’ drive to beach destinations in Southern California, the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and national parks and ski resorts in Utah. Nevada is among the most tax-friendly states in the U.S., with residents enjoying no state income tax, county income tax, inheritance tax, and lower property taxes.

Position Summary

The Eligibility Specialist performs administrative duties to determine applicants' initial program eligibility through interactive interviewing, fact-gathering, and data gathering for the Conventional Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs in accordance with established SNRHA policies and the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

This announcement summarizes typical job functions and does not exhaustively or comprehensively list all duties and responsibilities.

This position is eligible for participation in the collective bargaining unit (SEIU), which represents certain Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority employees.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are intended to identify applicants most likely to perform successfully. Applicants who meet minimum qualifications are not guaranteed an interview; however, they are further assessed to determine how well they meet the position's minimum qualifications and the agency's immediate needs. To be considered, applicants must clearly document in both their application and resume that they meet all of the following minimum qualifications. Please note that verification of these qualifications will be required prior to hire.

SNRHA utilizes Criteria for online employment testing. Successful candidates will be invited via email to participate in the testing for further consideration in the recruitment process. Failure to participate in the testing is considered a withdrawal by the candidate.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants who possess the following:

Screening and Selection

Applicants who meet minimum qualifications may be further considered. Evaluation factors include but are not limited to, a cover letter and resume, writing samples, pre-employment testing/assessments, panel interviews, references, performance evaluations, and background investigation.

SNRHA utilizes Criteria for online employment testing. Successful candidates will be invited via email to participate in the testing for further consideration in the recruitment process. Failure to participate in the testing is considered a withdrawal by the candidate.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our hiring process, contact the HR Department (702.477.3171).