An Exciting and Rewarding Career Opportunity

Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority

Announcement Number

Job Title

24-032

Eligibility Specialist

Number of Openings

Compensation (Depending on Experience)

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

$42,306.99 (Step 1)- $67,634.11 (Step 20) annually

The typical starting range for this position is between $42,306.99 and $46,698.91, DOE.

Opening Date

Closing Date

September 9, 2024

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

September 16, 2024 (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):

• Complete an application online - to apply, click here
• Submit a cover letter and resume

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:

• Complete a background investigation which may include:

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

• Pass a workplace drug test (including marijuana*)
• Possess a valid State of Nevada driver’s license
• Possess a clean driving record

*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 hour’s 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

• Services as the initial point of contact for all housing program applicants.
• Completes files for different housing programs administered by SNRHA and informs both the client and their respective caseworker, if applicable, of the same in writing.
• Assists applicants with the application process.
• Reviews applications for eligibility and maintains accurate client documentation.
• Contacts applicants to discuss and clarify any informational discrepancies to ensure effective communication of issues in accordance with Housing Authority policies, procedures, and HUD rules and regulations.
• Schedules and mails all interview appointment notifications and briefing packets.
• Conducts initial intake interviews, which include reviewing the full application and all documents in the interview packet, fingerprinting, family composition, income, assets, credit history, and the Earned Income Verification (EIV) report.
• Establishes, processes, and maintains an assigned caseload and follows up on each case as needed to complete and determine client eligibility.
• Processes and maintains all third-party verifications and requests for updated documentation as required via email, fax, or in person from third-party verifier or client.
• Updates and verifies applicant data changes in the computer system.
• Organizes and maintains applicant/case file integrity and confidentiality by adhering to Housing Authority policies, procedures, and HUD rules and regulations.
• Withdraw files and documents, including all actions taken in accordance with Housing Authority policy and procedures and HUD rules and regulations in the computer system (Yardi).

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

Applicants who meet minimum qualifications may be further considered for this position. Applicants should possess the following:

• High school diploma, or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of program eligibility experience working in the public sector, social services, or private property management firms with an emphasis on interviewing techniques and case management.
• Experience working with homeless or other vulnerable populations.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, negotiation, problem-solving, crisis management, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants who possess the following:

• Prior experience working with a housing authority.
• General knowledge of social services available to vulnerable populations within the city.
• Rent calculation certification.

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, and background investigation.

Reasonable Accommodation

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

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