Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCP108: Housing Program Specialist

Housing Program Specialist

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP108
5
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
47,445.00 - 59,571.00 - 74,901.00 USD Annual
$22.81 - $28.64 - $36.01
$47,445.00 - $59,571.00 - $74,901.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Housing Program Specialist provides technical guidance and support in the daily operations of housing programs. This role assists in implementing program goals and ensuring compliance with Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and County standards. Responsibilities include quality control, staff training and oversight, file auditing, public inquiries, and support services for clients, with a focus on trauma-informed care and community engagement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide technical support and guidance to housing staff to ensure consistency and compliance.
  • Maintain program files, respond to inquiries from the public, and resolve complaints related to housing services.
  • Support implementation of program goals, objectives, and procedures in alignment with HUD and County standards.
  • Monitor staff performance to ensure adherence to housing program policies and timelines.
  • Provide direct support to adult clients in managing community living responsibilities, utilizing conflict resolution and trauma-informed care approaches.
  • Plan and organize community-building events and activities to foster client engagement and inclusion.
  • Prepare periodic reports and summaries on program activities and outcomes.
  • Review housing program actions such as waitlist eligibility, tenant/landlord participation, and purge list coordination.
  • Assist in the review and approval of termination notices to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Deliver training and instruction to Section 8 and other housing staff in a professional and comprehensive manner.
  • Assist in preparing performance evaluations for housing program employees.
  • Participate in audits related to HUD, grant compliance, and internal quality assurance.
  • Conduct quality control reviews of Section 8 and other housing program files.
  • Support the review and processing of reasonable accommodation requests.
  • Assist in handling Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) requests related to housing programs.
  • Maintain confidentiality while working with sensitive information, records, and decisions.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
  • One (1) year of work experience in housing related programs.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 
 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Successful completion of a post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
  • Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
  • This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and random drug testing in compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Completion of required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Most essential duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Work takes place on an even, dry surface such as tile or carpet.
  • Duties are performed primarily independently, with occasional work as part of a team.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Common office equipment used includes a telephone, computer, printer, photocopier, fax machine, and calculator.
  • Materials handled include forms, reports, files, various documents, and a range of basic office supplies.

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