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This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.Distinguishing Features of WorkThis is skilled inspection and administrative work securing compliancewith municipal housing ordinances. The employee is responsible forprofessional and/or administration work managing contracts, developing,maintaining, and coordinating the tenant and Landlord/Owner engagementand education program. Work is directed and reviewed through theestablishment of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goalattainment. This position will report to the Housing Choice VoucherProgram Manager.Posting may close at any timeExamples of Work Performed- Coordinate the development and administration of education and engagement programs covering the Housing Choice Voucher Program- Co-coordinate and collaborate with other Program Specialists to identify opportunities and improve Wichitas affordable housing stock- Monitor contract adherence between owners, tenants, and NMAI- Communicate and liaise across multiple City Departments such as Real Estate, Law, Planning, Office of Community Services and Communications- Coordinate and facilitate engagement activities with community stakeholders- Evaluate and monitor projects to ensure that funds are being used appropriately- Inspects dwelling units and premises for compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards and/or NSPIRE, minimum housing code and related regulations.- Explains code requirements to property owners, landlords, or contractors.- Monitors follow up inspections for violations and secures compliance with codes and related laws and HUD regulations.- Answers inquiries over the phone.- Monitors changes in eligibility requirement, occupancy standards, rent calculations or eligibility requirements.- Maintain records, writes reports, and/or notices of noncompliance and abatement of housing assistance payments.- Ensure consistency and compliance among various parties- Organize and attend periodic tenant meetings and aid recognized tenant associations as appropriate- Examples of work performed are not intended to be all inclusive- The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as needed.Requirements of Work- Knowledge of multifamily property management and maintenance practices.- Considerable knowledge of federally subsidized housing programs and regulations, the Kansas Residential Landlord Tenant Act, and local housing codes.- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with tenants, coworkers, social agencies, and interested groups.- Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.- Ability to produce and manage various professional documents.- Ability to obtain a Public Housing Manager (PHM) Certificate.- Staff regular education and engagement.- Ability to work outdoors when extremely inclement weather conditions are present.- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with developer, owners, and property management staff- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.- Ability to assist in building and strengthening relationships with various organizations committed to community redevelopment, affordable/quality housing, Wichita Housing Authority/Housing & Community Services Department programs, etc.- Ability to read, understand, interpret and implement ordinances, state statutes, and federal regulations.- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety f other individuals in the workplace.Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employmentphysical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactoryevaluation of the results of a criminal records check.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find moreinformation under the following links:[