Reference #: 4446101 THE POSITION We all know how important affordable housing is in our lives. If you enjoy helping others consider becoming part of the team that addresses affordable housing in York City and York County. Make a difference in your community with our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Assistant Section 8 Coordinator assists in managing and operating the different Housing Choice Voucher Programs, and any additional housing programs assigned to the Section 8 Department, within the policies and regulations set forth by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Housing Authority.  This position assists in interview scheduling, interviewing, verification follow-up, and issuing of Certificates of Family Participation/Vouchers. Work also includes landlord/tenant relations and outreach. Join us for a rewarding opportunity to help people achieve the stability they need.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 37.5 hours per week with flexible schedule choices between a five-day work week or a four-day work week. Five-day shifts: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, or 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Four-day: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM three weekdays and 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM one weekday. Choice of Friday or Monday off, with a 30-minute lunch. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in performing tasks associated with the management of multi-family housing developments, or properties owned or administered by public housing agencies; OR two years of comparable business, industrial, or professional employment; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training; or One (1) year as a Management Aide.

Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within York County. If no eligible candidates who live within York County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of our interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.