The Northeast Georgia Housing Authority (NEGAHA) in Toccoa, GA seeks an experienced Director of Finance.  The NEGAHA is a high performing agency managing 716 RAD/Project Based Rental units and 33 Market Rate units. NEGAHA serves 7 cities and consists of 9 properties.  It is required that the successful candidate have graduated from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or business administration with accounting emphasis.  Four to six years of experience in HUD Multifamily accounting is desired.  This is a directly involved position. The candidate will be responsible for administering the fiscal operation of all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and budgetary controls, also interpreting governmental regulations and regulatory enforcement or compliance.  The starting salary will be determined upon a combination of experience and education.  The NEGAHA also has an excellent employee benefit package.   Application deadline is November 22, 2021.  Interested applicants should forward a resume to Angela Cothran, Executive Director, Northeast Georgia Housing Authority, a.cothran@negeorgiahousing.com

JOB OPENING – Full Time Maintenance Mechanic

Start Date – January 3, 2022
                    

The Roberta Housing, Inc. oversees the operation of 70 units of multi-family housing at 3 sites in Roberta, GA.  The Roberta Housing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is currently in need of 1 experienced and ambitious MAINTENANCE MECHANIC. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with all maintenance activities while remaining in compliance with all U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) rules and regulations. In addition to following all Federal, State, and local laws, the qualified applicant must abide by all established Roberta Housing, Inc. policies and internal controls.

The successful candidate must be able to perform any routine maintenance in the apartments, as well as clean, paint and prepare vacant units for occupancy. The candidate may also perform general grounds keeping tasks as needed to maintain the clean, neat appearance of properties operated by the Roberta Housing, Inc.

The ideal candidate will also be responsible for performing a variety of structural, plumbing, electrical and building maintenance tasks. The work involved includes repair and replacement of items such as windows, doors, gutters, cabinets, walls, ceilings, toilets, faucets, water lines, electrical outlets, and light fixtures.  In addition, the individual will also perform all preventive maintenance tasks related to equipment, vehicles, etc. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, be willing to learn, and be able to effectively work with a diverse group of people to achieve the desired outcomes. HVAC experience and certification is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications: Ability to read and write in English plus some previous experience in building or apartment maintenance, or an equivalent combination of previous construction experience. Ability to effectively lift and load 60 pounds.  All candidates must complete an application to be considered for the position.  Background checks and drug/alcohol screenings will be administered before a formal hiring decision is made. Must have a valid Georgia driver license.

Benefits include:

Paid health, dental and vision insurance/ Employee Only

Paid retirement and life insurance

14 Paid Federal Holidays

Please submit resume or apply:

Roberta Housing Inc

P.O. Boc 445

20 C. F. Willis Drive

Roberta ,GA  31078 (4787) 836-3530

Or submit resumes by email to:

marie@robertaha.org

Application Deadline: December 9, 2021

The Tifton Housing Authority is now accepting applications/resumes for the position of Facilities Manager.  Applications may be obtained from and returned to the Administrative Office located at 1425 North Tift Avenue, Tifton, GA between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. beginning Thursday, September 9, 2021. You may also request an application be emailed to you by calling the office at 229-382-5434. Applications and/or resumes must be received no later than 6:00 p.m. on Thursday October 7, 2021.  Applications/resumes may be mailed to the Tifton Housing Authority, P. O. Box 12, Tifton, GA  31793 or emailed to info@tiftonhousing.org. 

Employee selected for this position will be responsible for coordinating all activities related to the Maintenance Department.  Responsibilities include directing the activities of mechanics, laborers and contractors engaged in preventative and rehabilitative maintenance, modernization and other special projects. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, a related field of study or a combination of education and professional experience. Drug screen and criminal history check required. GA Driver’s license required.

JOB TITLE:   Resident Opportunity Self-Sufficiency Coordinator /ROSS Housing Authority of City of Thomaston 

EXEMPT:  No

SALARY RANGE:  $40,000.00 – 50,000.00 ANNUALLY; WITH FULL BENEFITS   

POSITION OPENING DATES:  August 6th – September 6, 2021 –NO PHONE CALLS

SEND COVER LETTER & RESUME ONLY:  ToniaBrown@thomastonhousing.org

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Manager of Resident Service, the incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive services to all Public Housing Residents of each Authority. Carry minimum case load of 50-75 clients per year of the grant; making sure to serve all residents. As Coordinator of the ROSS program, the incumbent employee is responsible and accountable for carrying out all assigned duties as required by HUD and THA for this grant. The incumbent is responsible for assisting Manager of Resident Service identifying potential grant sources, community partners for leveraging the grant funds for each year for all activities with THA residents.  Considerable knowledge of HUD regulations is necessary for the employee in this position and or learning the HUD regulations within a timely manner in order to execute the function of ROSS Coordinator.

SOME ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

The statements contained here reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individual may perform other duties.

•Plans, develops and implements comprehensive services for Public Housing Residents of all Authorities as outlined in the ROSS Grant HUD program.

•Coordinates monitors and make reports as required on the ROSS Program.

•Works with the DFCS, and other local social service agencies in coordinating the program, reviewing status of cases, and resolving problems.

•Coordinates activities and events along with the assigned Resident Service coordinator that focus on self-sufficiency and youth educational success.

•Responds to resident referral from Property Management Staff.

•Conducts safety and wellness checks especially the elders/disabled and those referred by agency staff.

•Attends Resident Council, Family Connection, PCC meetings and other agencies meetings and disseminates information and updates on basic needs programming.

•Prepares requisitions as needed.

•Ensures all files, reports and paperwork are complete and accurate before given to Manager of Resident Service for review.

•Performs general office tasks such as answering the telephone, responding to inquiries and preparing written correspondence checking for accuracy before filing and or giving to Manager of resident Service.

•Responds to residents, staff and the public’s inquiries in a courteous manner, providing information and resolving complaints in an efficient, professional and timely manner.

•Attends departmental staff meetings.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

•Attends training sessions offered by HUD, GAHRA and other agencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

•Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a Public Housing Agency (PHA).

•Knowledge of Public Housing regulations and policies

•Knowledge of case management practices, documentation and procedures and area social services

•Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws regulating the ROSS program

•Knowledge of modern office equipment including copiers, personal computers, mainframe terminals, calculators, facsimile machines, etc.

•Ability to work independently to plan, coordinates, and implements programs and activities.

•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, consultants, residents, the general public, local social service agencies, HUD, and local, state, and federal officials.

•General knowledge of drug and alcohol abuse and gang problems.

•Ability to work in less-than-ideal conditions, e.g. noise, high traffic areas, etc.

• Ability to effectively communicate to residents; and articulate to community partners professionally at all times.

Preferred Education, Minimum Education, Training, and/or Experience

Preferred:

•Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Sociology, Social Work or Human Services, or related field. Two years’ work experience.

Minimum:

•Associates Degree: two years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in case management having three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in a social service agency or a related area, with hands-on case management experience

•An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities may be considered sufficient. Previous public housing experience is highly desirable.

•Working knowledge of HUD rules and regulations.

•Ability to interact with person from a very diverse background, including Public Housing residents and representatives from local agencies and organizations who provide services to Public Housing residents.

•Must possess an FSS/ROSS Certification or obtain within one year of employment.

Physical Requirements

•Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines including computers, copiers, printers, calculators, etc.

•Must be energetic and able to work, move, or carry objects or materials such as files, computer printouts, reports, calculator, office supplies, move, and lift and or carry objects 50 to 75 lbs.

Must be able to provide regular home visits to ensure resident participation

•While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

•Employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Special Requirements

•Must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license and be able to be covered by the THA insurance

•Must be Bondable.

•If offered the position you must take and pass a drug and criminal background pre-employment examine.

Please submit cover letter and resume to: toniabrown@thomastonhousing.org  –NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Must be able to obtain reference from previous employers

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Granted Funded Position: 40 hours per week able to work variable hours.

Salary Range: $38,000 – $50,000 plus benefits (Grant Funded Position only 3 years, longer if funds remain available). Salary is negotiable with education and experience.

Housing Authority of Thomaston is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel in a manner that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve and National Guard status or characteristic protected by law.

The East Georgia Housing Authority Partners is seeking a qualified, experienced candidate for the position of Executive Director. The East Georgia Housing Authority Partners consists of the Authorities of the City of Thomson, Warrenton, Harlem and Crawfordville. Currently, East Georgia Housing Authority Partners has a total of thirteen full time employees and manages a total of 358 public housing units.

The Executive Director is responsible for the administrative and professional work involved in the planning, direction, coordination and management of the East Georgia Housing Authority Partners’ low-income housing and redevelopment programs.

The work involves the responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing the operation of all existing public low-income housing programs and any new programs as directed by the United States Housing Act of 1937, as amended, and the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, and other federal legislation. The duties also include serving as Secretary/Treasurer of the Board of Commissioners and Contracting Officer for the Housing Authority. Performance of Duties requires application of executive skills; extensive knowledge of public housing, finance, and accounting, as well as the ability to research and evaluate new sources of housing assistance. Direct supervision is exercised over administrative personnel and general supervision over all employees of the East Georgia Housing Authority Partners. Work is performed with independence of action, subject only to broad program objectives, direction from the Board of Commissioners, and to pertinent federal laws, rules and regulations.

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four- year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences or related field, however public housing experience will be considered. Extensive, progressively responsible experience in financial planning, administrative management, public administration or public housing work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience to meet the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Benefits include a competitive salary, medical insurance, retirement program, holidays and vacation and sick leave. Candidates must pass a criminal history background check.

Qualified candidates should mail or drop off their applications to/at: Thomson Housing Authority, 219 Pecan Avenue, Thomson, GA. 30824. Deadline for submission of applications is August 31, 2021.

EOE