Program Representative — Rental Assistance

Job overview

The Program Representative works onsite in Providence, Rhode Island. Annual compensation is $66,224. The role supports the Providence Housing Authority’s Rental Assistance Programs. The representative helps administer rental assistance by reviewing eligibility, coordinating leasing and inspections, and communicating with residents, property owners, and public agencies. This work supports program delivery and helps residents and owners navigate housing requirements and services.

What you'll do

• Review resident applications for basic program eligibility
• conduct educational briefings
• issue participation vouchers
• evaluate resident progress
• complete eligibility and income certifications and recertifications
• calculate rents and prepare lease documents
• communicate with property owners
• complete leasing and adjustment paperwork
• receive complaints
• witness legal document signing
• schedule inspections
• review income verifications
• prepare payment and utility allowance memos
• follow up on required repairs
• review records for accuracy and regulatory compliance
• coordinate leased housing activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program representative

rental assistance

housing programs

section 8

resident eligibility

leasing

housing inspections

providence ri

providence housing authority

full-time

$66,224/year

public housing

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires two to three years of public housing experience or thorough knowledge of federal and state leased-housing regulations; high school diploma required; Spanish ability preferred; must possess or be able to obtain a Leased Housing/Section 8 Certificate within one year.

About the employer

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