Program Specialist - SALINA HOUSING AUTHORITY

Progressive agency is seeking a Program Specialist.  Qualifications include good communication, interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills.  Bachelors degree required, bilingual and housing authority experience preferred.  Competitive salary and benefits with training opportunities.  Apply at Salina Housing Authority, 469 S 5^th, Salina, KS 67401 or contact Phil at 785-827-0441.  No resumes accepted without application.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free-Workplace. 

Executive Director

MANHATTAN HOUSING AUTHORITY

The MHA owns and operates 202 units of public housing and managesa mixed finance LIHTC/PublicHousing property of 58 units located throughout the City of Manhattan The MHA also administers a Section 8program consisting of 197 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), 55 HUD-VASH Vouchers and 25 FamilyUnification Program (FUP) Vouchers.

POSITION PURPOSE:
This position directs and provides oversight of all operations of the Housing Authority and administersfederal, state and local housing and related programs. Assures compliance with local, state and federalregulations. This position reports to the MHA Board of Commissioners.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL ABILITIES AND PROCESSES:

• Strong leadership skills.
• Substantial decision making in the allocation of resources to program contents.
• Significant problem solving and decision-making skills to assure program and system congruence.
• Ability to maximize the utilization of agency resources, and technology as needed
• Strong computer literacy, keyboard skills (word processing, database and spreadsheets, Internet,software specific for position, and e-mail use required).
• Ability to work independently, delegate responsibilities, and in a cohesive and teamwork-basedenvironment prioritizing and determining workload among employees, contractors and communitymembers.
• Ensure the preparation of board materials
• Ability to acquire funds as needed and requested by the board.
• Ability to focus on organization detail while maintaining a bigger picture vision.
• Ability to understand and disseminate HUD information to the board and employees.
• Represent the public image of MHA within the community and online (Participate in radio interviews,delegate or maintain a present and active social media presence on all avenues requested by theboard), attend community functions (sometimes afterhours), ensure the completion of functions,events and board meetings for the MHA.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Marketing BusinessAdministration, Social Sciences or a related field, some experience in government programming
2. Applicants with an Associates degree or those without a degree should have exceptional experienceand training in Management and, housing or government experiences.
3. Experience in Grant writing and/or budget management preferred, but not required.
4. Experience in maintaining detailed records on a computer system.December 4, 2020
5. Public Housing Manager (PHM) Certification to be completed within twelve (12) months fromhire.
6. Must complete a Section 8 HCV program certification within twelve (12) months from hire.
7. Must complete a Kansas accredited core conflict or mediation course from a college oruniversity within eighteen (18) months from hire.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ideal candidate will have management skills in public housing or government-funded programs formanaging day-to-day operations. In this position, the person will serve as Chief Executive Officer, theywill have the ability delegate other responsibilities: Human Resource Manager, ProcurementAdministrator, Contract Administrator, and delegation of Secretary to the MHA Board of Commissionersduties. The person in this position is responsible for general operations, assess housing conditions andto observe the progress of projects; responsible for administrative oversight of MHA affairs, to includeprograms and projects per operating policies established by the board, state/federal agencies; mustmaintain close contact with local, state and federal agencies; develop good public relations through theuse of local media, social media and community engagement; responsible for the enforcement of policiescontained in the MHA Policies and Procedures Manual. Responsible for interaction between the MHA andboard, city, county, state and federal entities. Supervises budget preparation and revises for submissionto the commissioners. Responsible for all funds and accounts of the MHA.

SALARY RANGE:
Beginning at $67,000 the salary will commensurate based on experience and education.This is a Full-Time position that includes benefits such as Health Insurance, Life Insurance,KPERS Retirement, Vacation & Sick Leave, plus other optional benefits.

Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to MHA.Employ@gmail.com. The Board ofCommissioners will begin reviewing application and scheduling interviews on January 5, 2021. Positionopen until filled.
MHA is an equal opportunity employer.

Housing Services Director

THE SOUTHEAST KANSAS COUMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM (SEK-CAP)

Position Summary:

Direct, Manage, & coordinate all activities of the Housing Services Department, including oversight of property management & supervision of staff, ensuring quality, safe work environments for staff, & access to safe, quality, affordable housing for agency tenants & customers.

Essential Functions:

• Manage assigned contracts, ensuring services are delivered effectively &according to specifications, & that ll programmatic goals are met.
• Maintain knowledge base & keep abreast of all local, state, & federal housing initiatives, program rules & regulations, & available resources.
• Develop, maintain, monitor, & report on grant funding & financial obligations of the department.
• Assure program goals & objectives are implemented & support various federal & state housing guidelines.
• Solicit, review, & process all applications for housing, including Section 8 , TBRA, & CHDO.
• Assist the HR department in interviewing & hiring personnel engaged in the administration of housing programs; plan, schedule & assign work; instruct & train personnel; check & approve work activities; review & evaluate employee performance.
• Maintain & promote positive public relations.
• Provide leadership, which promotes harmony with the partnership's strategic priorities & organizational values.
• Participate in establishing goals that support the organizational mission, philosophy, & visions.Attend grantee & agency meetings as requested.
• Provide data analysis of quality & impact of program.Utilize Lindsey Housing Software and internet programs such as Public Housing Information Center (PIC) & CAP 60 for data tracking.
• Respect & support cultural differences & diverse family structures. 
• Demonstrate good work habits such as arriving on time & adhering to appropriate break times.
• Attend mandatory training & staff meetings.
• Responsibility to report any suspected abuse or neglect to appropriate authorities. 
• Advocate for SEK-CAP, Inc. in the community.Complete & timely submit required documentation & reports.
• Maintain & assure confidentiality & privacy of SEK-CAP customers.
• Uphold & promote the Code of Ethics, Core Values, & Mission Statement of SEK-CAP, Inc.
• Support management decisions both in actions & words.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Obey all traffic regulation & SEK-CAP's vehicle usage policy.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Basic computer skills on IBM compatible P.C. systems & software.
• Superior interpersonal skills, Ability to get along with diverse personalities. Tactful, mature & flexible.
• Ability to meet & deal tactfully with the general public & to communicate effectively & clearly both orally & in writing.
• Effective organizational & communication skills.Must be of excellent moral character.
• Ability to establish & maintain positive, effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners, customers, & funding sources.
• Ability to lean & adapt.

Desired:

1. Five years of community development work experience including three years supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education & experience.
2. Knowledge of principles & practice of grant & housing program management. 
3. Knowledge of state & federal legislation regarding grant & housing programs.
4. Knowledge of management & supervisory principles & techniques.
5. Knowledge of fiscal management & budgeting principles & practices.

Education & Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, Sociology, Economic, Social Science, or other related years of experience.
• Possess current, valid drivers license & be insurable by the organization's motor vehicle insurance carrier.
• Submit to & pass standard drug screen test.
• Submit to & pass standard criminal history check.
• Obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• The physical demands & work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel;
• Reach with hands or arms;Sit &occasionally required to stand; walk & stoop, kneel, or crouch;
• Regularly lift &/or move up to 30lbs;
• Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception & ability to adjust focus;
• Occasional exposure to wet &/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions of extreme cold & heat;
• Noise level is usually quiet to moderate.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer & employee & is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer & requirements of the job change.

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Occupancy Specialist - (2065.N.Case Manager II.21)

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways.  We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other.  Johnson County's Department of Planning, Housing and Community Development has a full-time open position for an Occupancy Specialist position which assists in the our Housing Division. Learn More

DIRECTOR OF GENERAL ASSITANCE JOB DESCRIPTION

LAWRENCE-DOUGLAS COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY

Senior level executive responsible for housing programs administered by the LDCHA, including but not limited to General Housing, Transitional Housing and special housing programs. Responsible for implementation, operation and supervision of program functions for eligibility, admissions, intake, verification of information, program reporting, calculation of rents and subsidy payments. Responsible for interdepartmental communication and coordination of dependent program functions with other LDCHA departments.  Responsible for monitoring and tracking utilization and expenditures in tenant-based programs.  Responsible for collection of information and preparation of grant applications for new federal and state funds to provide housing assistance.  Maintains external relationships with funding entities and local service agencies.  

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm 

To apply please send resume, cover letter, LDCHA application and 3 references to Gallal Obeid at gobeid@ldcha.org. 

APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.LDCHA.ORG/JOBS 

 Executive Director/CEO, Kansas City HA

Reporting to a 12-member Board of Commissioners appointed by the Commissioners and Mayor of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, and with one resident voting member, the Executive Director/CEO leads the strategic management and development of KCKHA. This includes development and delivery of programs and services on budget; promoting relationships with funders, investors, the Unified Government, partner agencies, residents and the community; compliance; capital investment and technology; and leadership of a large staff of full- and part-time employees responsible for agency administration, finance, property and housing management, elderly services, Section 8 administration, and tenant services and maintenance. With four directors and an Executive Services Manager as direct reports, the Executive Director/CEO holds bottom-line responsibility for the financial stability of the agency; sound working relationships with HUD, other funders and regulatory bodies, and the Unified Government; resident satisfaction and success; and furtherance of the KCKHA mission. 

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