Employment Opportunities
Join the dedicated team of staff at Vermont State Housing Authority who are making a difference in the lives of people in our communities. We offer competitive wages, training, a comprehensive benefits package, and a friendly, positive work environment.
A complete application package will include a cover letter, resume, and VSHA Application for Employment form. Please do not substitute a resume in lieu of fully completing the application, including a waiver and consent form for each reference.
Field Representative
The Field Representative handles all field operations for VSHA’s rental assistance programs at a professional level. Promotes housing development within the guidelines of the programs. Generates interest in programs’ participation with landlords and tenants. Serves as VSHA’s local representative, meeting with and collaborating with local agencies/municipalities to further the Authority’s mission. Individual will have opportunity to exercise independent judgment and creativity.
In addition, they provide an out-reach service for the Authority and serves as a prime resource for families in need of housing who qualify for Authority programs, coordinating and making referrals to a variety of social service organizations. They also provide necessary assistance for the proper development of housing units in each of the programs administered by the Authority, specifically, the Project-Based Voucher program.
Please review the full job posting for further details regarding qualifications and compensation.
To Apply: Please email your application materials (resume, cover letter, and Application for Employment) to gro.ahsvnull@sreerac or mail via USPS to Vermont State Housing Authority, Human Resources, 1 Prospect St., Montpelier VT 05602.
Housing Program Specialist
The Housing Program Specialist is responsible for a wide range of activities related to assisting in the administration of the Agency’s rental assistance programs, specifically providing administrative and technical support to the Housing Program Administration department staff and facilitating the transfer of tenant-based vouchers within and outside of our jurisdiction. In addition, this position assists with and performs specialized work of considerable variation involving the administration of new initiatives involving the expansion of on-going programs.
To Apply: Please email your application materials (resume, cover letter, and Application for Employment) to gro.ahsvnull@sreerac or mail via USPS to: Vermont State Housing Authority, Human Resources, 1 Prospect Street, Montpelier VT 05602.
Intake/Client Services Specialist
The Intake/Client Services Specialist produces technical and administrative work of a complex and responsible nature related to the overall day-to-day administration of the Section 8 Intake and Client Services Divisions for a variety of HUD and State-funded rental assistance programs. Responsibilities include the determination of applicant/tenant initial and ongoing eligibility for rental assistance including, but not limited to, the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, Continuum of Care Homeless programs, and a variety of state-funded programs. Excellent communication skills are required in working with applicants and program recipients. This is a Pay Grade 6 position.
The job announcement can be found here while the full job description is listed here.
To Apply: Please email your application materials (resume, cover letter, and Application for Employment) to gro.ahsvnull@sreerac or mail via USPS to: Vermont State Housing Authority, Human Resources, 1 Prospect Street, Montpelier VT 05602.
Landlord Relief Program Manager
The Vermont State Housing Authority is accepting applications for a newly created position: Landlord Relief Program Manager. This position is responsible for the management and day-to-day operations of the Landlord Relief Program. We are seeking a customer-focused individual who will support and maintain programs, review and process claims, and provide technical assistance. Must have good communication skills, and ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. This is a limited-service position, grant funded.
A job announcement may be found here.
To Apply: Please email your application materials (resume, cover letter, and Application for Employment) to gro.ahsvnull@sreerac or mail via USPS to Vermont State Housing Authority, Human Resources, 1 Prospect St., Montpelier VT 05602.
Accountant
The Finance & Information Systems division has an immediate opening for an Accountant with experience in financial management, accounting, and technical work at a professional level. Responsibilities include applying complex accounting theory and regulatory practice to the maintenance of cash management, accounting and internal control systems relating to the activities for VSHA, HFI and limited partnerships. Knowledge of GAAP and FASB accounting standards and their application is essential.
Compensation and Schedule: This is a full-time (40 hour/week) schedule within VSHA’s core business hours of Monday – Friday, 7:45 am – 4:30 pm, and offers a competitive wage with excellent benefits.
Please review the full job posting for further details regarding qualifications and compensation.
To Apply: Please email your application materials (resume, cover letter, and Application for Employment) to gro.ahsvnull@sreerac or mail via USPS to Vermont State Housing Authority, Human Resources, 1 Prospect St., Montpelier VT 05602.