King County Housing Authority ยท 19 hours ago
Administrative Specialist- Housing Management
Tukwila, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$32.48/hr - $47.10/hrKing County Housing Authority (KCHA) is recruiting for a detail-oriented, motivated, and organized Administrative Specialist to join their Housing Management Department in Tukwila, WA. This role provides high-level support to senior leadership, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with agency policies while coordinating office functions and producing reports.
Non ProfitReal EstateRental
Responsibilities
Provides high-level executive support and serves as a first line of back-up support to the CEO's Executive Assistant
Executes Senior Vice President's legal directives and coordinates with outside legal counsel including processing decisions from grievance hearings, hardship committee findings, approved executive exceptions, and eviction cases approved to move forward
Coordinates operations in the department of Housing Management including implementing updates to department directory, payroll and leave for DED staff, forward-facing and internal-facing websites, and updates to policy guidelines of the agency (internal and public)
Produces and analyzes reports including identity and immigration reports, property financial narratives, and income discrepancy reports
Analyzes procurement and consultant contracts for accuracy and adherence to agency policy prior to leadership approval
Produces research reports at request of Senior Vice President on partner organizations, peer housing authorities, national and regional trends in public housing
Coordinates and manages travel arrangements and registration for conferences, training sessions, and other events
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree AND
Moderate experience in customer service and administrative experience OR
An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position
Knowledge of public housing and assisted housing principles, practices, and eligibility requirements, including applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines
Build effective and collaborative working relationships with departments, governmental officials, residents, and other stakeholders. Clear and effective verbal and written communication, including active listening
Experience with accurate record-keeping and data entry (manual and electronic)
Exercises independent judgement in providing support for sensitive and confidential information
Experience with database systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies and laws
Able to interpret and explain complex or technical rules, regulations and policies
Proficient in creating, updating, and managing records using MS Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, and specialized databases
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize, track progress, and meet deadlines while ensuring accuracy
Ability to work effectively and positively with individuals of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Use of tact, discretion, and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive or confidential information
Consent to and pass required assessments
Consent to and pass criminal records background check
Benefits
Comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and long-term disability insurance plans
Vacation
Sick and personal leave
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement benefits
Company
King County Housing Authority
KCHA is a company that offers affordable housing facilities and rental housing facilities.
Founded in 1939
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Robin Walls
Executive Director/CEO
Recent News
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