Housing Specialist

Job description

This job announcement is a courtesy job post for the City of Newport News local Social Services agency. It is not a position of the Virginia Department of Social Services or any other Commonwealth of Virginia agency. Local employment opportunities may also be available through the local agency’s city or county website/job board(s). ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Coordinates the appropriate housing placement based on clients’ needs and provides information on the housing status of families and individuals placed in permanent housing. Conducts site visits of properties and assists with move-in, move-out, and follow-up inspections; ensures compliance with fair housing requirements in reviewing and negotiating landlord/tenant contracts, leasing agreements, security deposits and late fees; maintains contact with landlords and property managers to ensure rent is paid on time and clients remain in good standing and facilitates conflict resolution between landlords and tenants. Conducts recruitment and outreach to landlords, builds relationships to expand affordable housing opportunities for homeless persons and promotes the benefits of housing families and individuals approved for assistance. P...