Housing Intake and Waitlist Specialist

Job overview

The Housing Intake and Waitlist Specialist role is onsite in Grand Forks, ND, with no remote option. Compensation is not specified. The Grand Forks Housing Authority administers housing programs including Housing Choice Voucher and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit programs. The specialist manages applicant intake, eligibility verification, and waitlist records to support accurate, compliant administration of housing programs. The role also helps applicants understand requirements and coordinates referrals and unit availability with property managers.

What you'll do

• Interview applicants and verify eligibility
• process files and maintain accurate documentation
• update waitlists, spreadsheets, and audit records
• explain program requirements and assist with applications
• issue eligibility or denial determinations
• track applicant status
• respond to inquiries
• compile data for internal and HUD reporting
• coordinate with property managers
• assist with RentCafe access
• create intake files for new tenants.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

housing intake

waitlist specialist

affordable housing

housing choice voucher

lihtc

hud compliance

applicant eligibility

rentcafe

grand forks nd

grand forks housing authority

full-time

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefit eligible
• specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of relevant housing services, social services, or case management experience. HUD program experience is preferred. Standard office hours apply, with occasional flexibility based on workload and operational needs.

About the employer

Grand Forks Housing Authority is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Housing Programs. Sector: 92.