QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications for this position:
Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Sociology, Public Administration, or a related field.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: None
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive. Computer, computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office and other applicable computer software), mobile phone, fax machine, copier, scanner, telephone, and other standard modern business office equipment; fitness equipment.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
Employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; this is considered light work, and the employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the physical demands required of the position in accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor’s physical demands strength ratings.
In cases of emergency, unpredictable situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend.
The
Participant Relations and Outcomes (P.R.O.) Agent Supervisor plays a critical
role in leading and supporting the team of Participant Relations and Outcomes
(P.R.O.) Agents within the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. This position
is pivotal in ensuring the agents effectively manage participant relations and
achieve desired outcomes. The supervisor will be responsible for the strategic
oversight of the team, focusing on maintaining high performance metrics,
compliance with HUD and CMHA regulations, and excellence in participant
service.
(1)
Leadership and Team Management: Supervise, mentor, and develop
the P.R.O. Agents, ensuring comprehensive knowledge and effective execution of
all aspects of the HCV program.
(2) Performance Management:
Oversee the team’s adherence to established performance metrics, focusing on
accuracy and efficiency in participant relations and outcomes.
(3) Quality Assurance and
Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with HUD and CMHA regulations, maintaining
high standards of service delivery and documentation accuracy.
(4) Training and
Professional Development: Implement ongoing training and development programs
to enhance team skills and knowledge in the HCV program.
(5) Operational Efficiency:
Develop strategies to enhance operational efficiency and service quality,
adopting innovative approaches to improve program delivery.
(6) Customer Service
Excellence: Uphold exemplary customer service standards, managing participant
feedback and concerns effectively.
(7) Reporting and
Compliance: Manage thorough audit preparations, respond to findings, and
maintain accurate reporting on team activities and outcomes.
(8) Conflict Resolution:
Provide expert guidance and support in resolving complex issues, ensuring
effective problem resolution within the team and in external interactions.
(9) Strategic Input:
Contribute to the strategic development of the HCV program, aligning team
operations with organizational goals.
(10)
High-Stakes Decision Making: The P.R.O. Agent Supervisor is
often required to make crucial decisions under pressure, balancing the needs of
participants, program requirements, and organizational goals.
(11)
Time-Sensitive Tasks: Overseeing time-sensitive processes
and ensuring that the P.R.O. Agents meet all deadlines without compromising the
quality of work.
(12)
Complex Problem Solving: Regularly faced with complex
issues requiring nuanced problem-solving skills, often under time constraints.
(13)
Navigating Regulatory Changes: Staying abreast of and
adapting to frequent changes in HUD and CMHA regulations, ensuring the team
swiftly adjusts to new requirements.
(14)
Managing Diverse Team Dynamics: Handling a diverse team
with varying needs, ensuring all team members are supported, engaged, and
productive.
(15)
Balancing Multiple Responsibilities: Juggling multiple
responsibilities, including operational management, team supervision, and
strategic planning, often simultaneously.
(16)
Consistently ensure the team meets or exceeds performance
metrics related to checklist completion, accuracy, and participant
satisfaction.
(17)
Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and
policies.
(18)
Successfully implement strategies for team efficiency,
customer service excellence, and program improvement.
OTHER DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
5% (8) Performs other
related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM
ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS:
(*indicates developed after employment)
Knowledge of:
interviewing; office practices and procedures; *Agency/department goals
and objectives; *Agency/department policies and procedures; *workplace safety
practices and procedures; *personnel rules and regulations; supervisory principles and practices;
computer software; community resources and services; records management;
personnel administration; office management; project management; government
structure and process; public administration; government grant programs; state,
federal, and local laws and/or regulations; employee training and development;
local geographical area; business administration; English grammar and spelling;
modern principles, practices, and techniques of Public Housing Authority
management; the relationship of Public Housing Authority’s to other federal,
state, and local jurisdictions and their abilities to provide funds or other
support to the Authority; pertinent HUD regulations; federal, state, and local
laws and regulations pertaining to public housing authorities; modern
principles, practices, and techniques of rental property maintenance; Housing
Choice Voucher and low-income housing policy and regulations; Housing Choice
Voucher eligibility and rent calculation requirements, as required by HUD and
Housing Quality Standard (HQS) Inspection Program; apartments & dwellings;
construction.
Skill in:
computer operation; use of modern office equipment; customer service;
organization, planning, and time management.
Ability to:
interpret a variety of
instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; deal with many
variables and determine specific action; apply management principles to solve
agency problems; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid
conclusions; exercise independent judgment and discretion; understand,
interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; select
most qualified applicant according to specifications for referral; read, copy,
and records figures accurately; add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole
numbers; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; copy records precisely
without error; complete forms; prepare correspondence; compile and prepare
reports; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; conduct
effective interviews; communicate effectively; train or instruct others;
understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records
according to established procedures; handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts
with officials and general public; develop and maintain effective working
relationships; resolve complaints; travel to and gain access to work site;
maintain confidentiality.