Housing Authority Case Manager HCV

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

• Manages a caseload of tenants and landlords within a specific geographic area. Explains program rules to new and current tenants and landlords.

• Verifies documents and calculates tenant income assets applicable expenses and utility allowances which determine family rent amounts. Conducts rent-reasonable surveys and negotiates rents. Prepares and explains leases and contracts to clients and landlords. Initiates and processes terminations of assistance.

• Annually reviews tenants income/eligibility to determine rent increases or decreases. Acts as liaison between owner and tenant to resolve problems. Reviews and negotiates landlord rent increase requests.

• May inspect housing units for compliance with Housing Quality Standards. May inspect units prior to new participants moving in and on an annual basis. Notifies owners of needed repairs and re-inspects for Federal Housing Quality Standards. Also conducts housekeeping inspections for owned housing programs.

• Initiates and maintains close communication with owners managers and social services agencies to assist families and prevent fraud. Investigates and compiles legal data in cases of suspected program abuse.

• Prepares evictions termination of assistance and attends informal hearings and/or court hearings.

• Gives instructional and informative presentations orally during periodic briefings of applicants and update briefings of current tenants.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. Two years college course work in human relations public administration or related field; AND
2. Two years of experience working with low-income families or the elderly in a social services agency or Housing Authority; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work education training or experience relevant to the position as determined by Marion County.

• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County Housing Authority will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to Marion County Housing Authority policy and procedure.
• This assignment is not represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OAR and . Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mailHuman Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.