Overview
Housing Technician – Section 8 Program Jobs in Lowell, MA at LOWELL HOUSING AUTHORITY
Job Summary:
This is a clerical support position in which the incumbent performs a variety of clerical duties for the supervisor.
The incumbent in this class receives general supervision from the Section 8 Program Supervisor and is instructed to bring any unusual situations/matters to the attention of the Supervisor for clarification and resolution. Incumbent is also responsible for all maintenance of an office file system that ensures accurate organization of files in Laserfiche.
The incumbent provides no supervision to others but may assist others in checking work in progress.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Completes necessary contracts and computations for the Section 8 preservation program.
2. Performs data entry of re-examination of income for leased housing tenants in all programs.
3. Schedule interviews and perform eligibility screening functions for applicants to all programs.
4. Provides coverage to switchboard on a fill-in basis.
5. Handles interim requests for rent changes including interview process, obtaining needed proof, computing rent, sending rent change notices and performing data entry.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities (Cont’d):
6. May also perform listed duties on behalf of non-profit corporations as directed from time to time by the Leased Housing Program Director and/or designee.
7. Maintain file system of tenant folders.
Required Skills/Abilities:
1. Skill in typing accurately and rapidly.
2. Ability to file and retrieve materials from office filing systems.
3. Ability to operate a wide variety of office machines.
4. Working knowledge of office practices, procedures and telephone etiquette.
5. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
6. Ability to work harmoniously with others.
7. Ability to perform satisfactorily while attending a wide variety of diverse clerical responsibilities.
8. Ability to perform complicated arithmetical computations.
9. Knowledge of rules, regulations of the Section 8 programs and the MRVP programs.
10. Ability to maintain confidential information and provide for the security of confidential documents.
11. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in English.
12. Bilingual in Spanish or Khmer preferred.
Education and Experience:
· High school graduate: Training in business English, math, typing, office practices, operation of office machinery, public relations, as may be obtained by completion of a business curriculum in high school.
· Prior clerical experience is encouraged but not required.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Ability to move about from different facilities and locations.
· Must be able to perform essential duties and job functions in an environment that may have increased stress levels.
· Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
Pay: $31.86 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Housing Technician – Section 8 Program
Company: LOWELL HOUSING AUTHORITY
Location: Lowell, MA
