Housing Specialist I

Department:HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATIONCompensation Grade:G20Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $44,907.20 - $69,971.20Starting salary – Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualificationsJob Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):NoScheduled Weekly Hours:40About Us:Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:Housing Specialist – Housing Development DivisionHelp us expand access to safe, quality, and affordable housing for the Virginia Beach community. The Housing Development Division works to preserve, create, and strengthen housing opportunities for residents—and we’re looking for a collaborative and community‑minded professional to join our team.About the RoleAs a Housing Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting affordable housing initiatives, engaging community partners, and sharing vital housing information with the public. This position blends program coordination, public communication, data analysis, and hands‑on project support. If you enjoy meaningful work that strengthens neighborhoods and expands access to housing, this is the place to make an impact.What You’ll DoDevelop and organize public‑facing information about housing and community development programs, highlighting Housing & Neighborhood Preservation (HNP) initiatives to increase community and business engagement.Coordinate press releases, marketing materials, and media outreach—ensuring everything aligns with HUD requirements.Build and maintain strong partnerships with public and private organizations to share resources, tools, and information supporting affordable housing development.Assist with managing housing projects, programs, and affordable housing data.Review and assess applications to determine eligibility for various programs.Coordinate inspections of dwellings associated with Housing Opportunity Fund projects.Compile monthly and annual data used to track program and project performance.Monitor fiscal status for assigned programs and prepare routine financial reports.What We’re Looking ForWe want candidates who are passionate about community impact and skilled at building connections. Ideal applicants bring:Experience developing and presenting ideas about housing development, neighborhood planning, or housing finance to community stakeholders.Strong presentation and public‑speaking skills.Experience managing or coordinating housing development programs.Familiarity with federal housing programs, especially HUD programs.Experience conducting research, data analysis, and preparing statistical reports.Excellent organizational skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects.Comfort working independently in community settings.Knowledge of housing principles and strategies for revitalizing neighborhoods.Basic understanding of housing finance and real estate fundamentals.Experience working with diverse groups to achieve consensus on issues or policies.Skill in facilitating challenging conversations among stakeholders.Experience determining eligibility for federal housing programs.Why Join Us?Working with Housing & Neighborhood Preservation means being part of a mission‑driven team dedicated to increasing affordable housing options and strengthening neighborhoods across Virginia Beach. You’ll collaborate with partners across the city, contribute to meaningful community outcomes, and support initiatives that directly improve residents’ quality of life.The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Annual and Sick Leave.Preferences:Experience developing and presenting ideas about housing development, neighborhood planning, or housing finance to community stakeholders.Experience with federal housing programs, especially HUD programs.Experience with housing finance and/or real estate fundamentals.Facilitation experience.Experience conducting research, data analysis, and/or preparing statistical reports.Experience working independently in community settings.Additional requirements:• DMV Transcript: Yes• CDL: No• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No• CPS Check: No• Physical: No• Respirator: No• Psychological Screening: No• Polygraph: No• At Will: NoMinimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to four (4) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, such as finance, business or public administration, housing administration, and social work. Must have a current and valid driver’s license for position in the Outreach and Engagement or Prevention and Diversion Team. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.Skills:Working Conditions:Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position. Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr