Housing Director oversees all aspects of on-campus housing for students. Assigns residence hall managers to each dormitory. Being a Housing Director reviews and updates all housing policies to ensure the safety of residents. May also be in charge of an off-campus housing program. Additionally, Housing Director typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a senior institutional officer. The Housing Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Housing Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
PIERCE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
603 South Polk Street, Tacoma, WA 98444 | 253-620-5400 | www.PCHAWA.org
TITLE: Apprentice Housing Specialist
REPORTS TO: Deputy Executive Director/ HCV Manager
SALARY RANGE: $21.00 ‐ $25.00/ hourly
PCHA Benefits Package
SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Hourly, Non‐Exempt
Union
The Pierce County Housing Authority (PCHA) is a public body created by Pierce County's Board of Supervisors
(now County Council) in 1978 according to State statute (RCW35.82). The mission of the Pierce County Housing
Authority is to provide safe, decent, affordable housing and economic opportunity free from discrimination.
PCHA currently operates 121 Low‐Income Public Housing units, 20 Units of USDA/RD Housing, administers
approximately 3,003 Section 8/HCV program vouchers, and an Enterprise Portfolio comprising approximately 670
units. Additional grants are received periodically for the Renovation and Modernization of existing facilities and in
support of our Family Self‐Sufficiency Programs. Currently, the Pierce County Housing Authority employs
approximately 40 individuals.
BASIC FUNCTION
The Apprentice Housing Specialist will perform case management tasks under the direction of the Housing
Specialist/and or Housing Coordinator. The Housing Apprentice will perform various functions of reviewing
applications, interviewing applicants, determining eligibility, certification, and disseminating program
information.
The individual within this role must show proficiency in computer operations such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Excel, and Microsoft power point. To complete the apprenticeship position, a proficiency test will be
administered by the Housing Authority. Upon completion and successful passing of exams for the following
courses, the apprenticeship position will be awarded the position as a Housing specialist:
The classes and exams will be provided over a two‐year period. Completion of each individual exam will result in
a salary increase in the amount of 3%.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
statistical reporting
required tasks.
housing or tax credit programs or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and
experience, as determined by the Authority, which would demonstrate to the Authority’s satisfaction, the
ability to perform the work.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
WORKING CONDITIONS
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Pierce County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected classes in local, state, or federal employment
laws.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND PROCESS
to perform the essential functions listed in the job announcement.
o Resume should detail all education and experience that qualifies you for this position.
o OR mail to:
Human Resources
603 South Polk Street, Bldg. C
Tacoma, WA 98444
Revised: 1/25/24
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