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Housing Specialist I – Itasca County HRA

Position open until filled, first review of resumes will take place 8/29/2025.

Complete position description is available at www.itascacountyhra.org

Salary: $54,500 – $71,000 Annually

Cover letter and resume can be emailed to Dana Abbott: [email protected]

This position is responsible for the administration of key rental assistance programs including the Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV).

Summary of Principal Duties:

  • Monitors leasing levels
  • Conducts all activities related to the administration of both
    federal and state rental assistance programs
  • Establishes effective working relationships with both
    participants and landlords in the county
  • Interprets and applies both federal and state regulations,
    statutes and internal policies governing covered programs
  • Educates both participants and landlords on program
    features
  • Assists the management team with renewal or new applications for funding and required reporting
  • Represents the agency in community meetings
  • Works cooperatively with agency staff to advance the mission, goals, and Strategic Plan of the agency

Qualifications:

  • Experience with affordable housing programs,
    property management, MN Landlord/Tenant Law
  • 4-yearsโ€™ post secondary education (preferred)
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills
  • Computer proficiency and ability to learn housing
    specific software
  • Highly Detailed-Oriented
  • Valid MN Driverโ€™s license

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