Housing Specialist

Housing Specialist Location: Danbury, CT Schedule: MondayThursday, 7:45 AM 5:30 PM Pay Rate: $24/hour Overview: We are seeking a customer-focused Housing Specialist to support daily operations within an affordable housing environment. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity ideal for someone with experience supporting low-income populations and managing administrative and tenant-facing responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide hands-on support to tenants, addressing questions, concerns, and service needs Assist in managing service tickets and coordinating maintenance/work orders Process and track rent payments, subsidies, and related financial transactions Maintain accurate records and documentation for tenant files and housing programs Deliver high-level customer service to residents and external stakeholders Support administrative functions including data entry, reporting, and correspondence Communicate effectively with tenants, vendors, and internal teams Qualifications: Experience in housing, property management, or affordable housing support strongly preferred Background working with low-income populations Strong customer service and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in administrative tasks and systems (data entry, documentation, tracking) Bilingual Spanish/English preferred, but not required Why This Role: Opportunity to transition into a permanent role Meaningful work supporting community housing initiatives Collaborative, service-oriented environment Pay Details: $24.00 to $25.00 per hour Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply