Housing Specialist

Department: Housing Location: OACAC Central Office Reports Directly To: Housing Program Director Employment Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Salary: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly About Us Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing poverty and strengthening communities by providing services and support to individuals and families throughout the Ozarks. Position Overview The Housing Program Specialist is responsible for administering housing assistance program eligibility, recertifications, rent calculations, and housing inspections in accordance with OACAC Housing policies, HUD regulations, and applicable laws. This position assists applicants, participants, landlords, and property owners while ensuring program compliance, accurate documentation, confidentiality, and timely service delivery. Key Responsibilities Review applications, verify eligibility, and conduct annual and interim recertifications for housing assistance programs. Calculate household income, deductions, participant rent, and Housing Assistance Payments (HAP), and prepare required notices and correspondence. Schedule and conduct initial, annual, interim, special, complaint, move-out, and follow-up housing inspections. Identify inspection deficiencies, communicate corrective actions to participants and landlords, and conduct re-inspections as needed. Assist applicants, participants, and landlords with program eligibility, recertifications, inspections, and compliance requirements. Maintain accurate and confidential participant records, inspection reports, and program documentation. Prioritize assignments to ensure timely eligibility processing, inspections, and lease approvals. Participate in required training and maintain knowledge of HUD regulations, inspection standards, and OACAC Housing policies. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Ability to learn and apply HUD regulations, applicable laws, housing inspection standards, and OACAC Housing policies and procedures. Strong customer service, communication, organizational, mathematical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to accurately review documentation, perform calculations, and maintain detailed records. Valid Missouri driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance. Ability to perform physical activities associated with housing inspections, including standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting. Preferred Qualifications Experience in housing inspections, construction, property management, code enforcement, maintenance, or a related field Experience interpreting regulations, policies, or inspection standards Required Skills and Abilities Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and economic circumstances. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced office and field environment. Strong time management, sound judgment, initiative, and accountability. Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet established deadlines. Compensation $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly Employer-Paid Health Insurance Option Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Tuition Assistance Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities Family-Friendly Work Environment Positive Team Culture Pre-Employment Requirements Employment is contingent upon completion of required background checks and other pre-employment requirements applicable to the position, including verification of a valid driver's license and eligibility for motor vehicle record monitoring. Equal Opportunity Employer Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation