Data and Software Specialist

Join Our Team at the Omaha Housing Authority!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the community Do you thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment The Omaha Housing Authority (OHA) is looking for a dynamic Project Manager to lead projects and help us fulfill our mission of providing safe and affordable housing.

About Us

Founded in 1935 the Omaha Housing Authority is a nonprofit government agency committed to enhancing the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals. With over 2700 public housing units and up to 4300 Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers we work diligently to ensure our residents have access to safe sanitary and affordable housing.

Our Core Values

• Teamwork: We work together to achieve our goals.
• Welcoming: We create a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Actively Listen: We focus clarify and communicate next steps.
• We Build Trust:We do what we say we will do and assume good intent.
• Diverse Inclusive & Equitable: We embrace all identities and backgrounds.
• De-Escalation: We manage conflicts calmly and effectively.
• Exceptional: We strive for excellence in all we do.
• Self-Care: We believe in the well-being of our team and ourselves.
• Share Power: We empower each other and our community.

Why Work with Us

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 17 paid holidays including your birthday a floating holiday and a self-care day
• 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year
• Medical dental and vision benefits start the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Life Insurance Health & Dependent Care FSA Allstate Voluntary Insurance and Pet Insurance
• 401(a) retirement plan with a 5.5% match and 457 compensation plan

Salary Range

$49985 - $72480

Job Function

Highly skilled and detail-oriented Data and Software Specialist supports the organizations data infrastructure software systems and digital tools. This role involves managing analyzing and safeguarding data while also developing and maintaining software solutions to support business operations and decision-making. Supports the IT Vendor and Project Manager in ensuring adequate internal controls and security for all OHA network systems.

Essential Functions

Data Management and Reporting:

• Collecting organizing and managing large datasets from various sources.
• Ensuring data integrity security and compliance with relevant policies.
• Developing and implementing data models and pipelines.
• Create dashboards reports and data visualizations to communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Managing databases and data storage systems.

Software Implementation and Maintenance:

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) in Yardi software. Function as the primary point of expertise for Yardi systems. Lead all Yardi software-related implementations configurations and support.
• Provide expert-level support and guidance on Yardi platform usage and optimization. Test and deploy custom software tools and applications.
• Maintain and improve existing software systems (e.g. bug fixes performance tuning).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Integrate platforms into internal systems.

Support & Collaboration:

• Provide technical support for software applications and databases.
• Document workflows code and system architecture.
• Train staff on data tools and software systems.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in data and software development.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements.
• Work in collaboration with Managed Service Provider.

Additional Responsibilities

• May attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position.
• Clearly understand all aspects of the policies and procedures of OHA.
• Coordinates and collaborates with all other departments within OHA in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
• Perform special projects and prepare special reports as directed.
• May travel to various sites around Omaha to perform job duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Information Technology or a related field is required. Minimum of two years work experience in a data-related or software development role.
• Professional certifications in software development methodologies or specific technologies relevant to the industry may be advantageous.
• Experience with database systems familiarity with cloud platforms is a plus and knowledge of data visualization tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in fast-paced environments are crucial.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers consultants contractors HUD local state federal officials; ability to communicate with people from a broad range of socio-economic backgrounds.
• Excellent oral written analytical and interpersonal skills and will have strong ability to identify and solve problems. Ability to develop and present training sessions.
• Possess and maintain a valid operators license and a good driving record and is insurable under the OHA auto insurance policy.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust odors fumes and noises and involves considerable public contact.

Abilities

• Ability to sit stand and walk up to 100% of the time; and reach stoop squat push pull and type up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to move objects weighing up to thirty (30) pounds up to 33% of the time.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equipment Operation

(Any one position may not use all the tools and equipment listed nor do the listed examples comprise all of the tools and equipment that may be used in positions allocated to this classification)

• Computer
• Telephone
• Copier
• Calculator
• Facsimile Machine

OHA is Committed to Equal Opportunity

Omaha Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by federal state or local laws. Omaha Housing Authority is actively seeking diverse candidates and affirming of all identities.

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