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Housing Specialist - Voucher Team

Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Denver, CO, United States


Salary: $57,852.00 - $83,448.00 annually.

Location: Boulder County, CO.

Job Type: Full–time.

Job Number: 6651(HO1).

Department: Housing.

Division: HO Property Operations.

Opening Date: 04/20/2026.

Closing Date: 4/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain.

FLSA: Non–Exempt.

Description Boulder County Housing Department is seeking a Housing Specialist – Voucher Team. The role administers Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) programs, manages a caseload of up to 250–275 households, works closely with clients, landlords, and community partners, ensures program compliance, and provides high‑quality service.

Duties

Provide program information and guidance to applicants, participants, landlords, other agencies, and the public.

Administer intake and eligibility processes, including reviewing applications, conducting interviews, collecting documentation, and auditing files.

Manage and maintain housing waiting lists.

Coordinate or perform Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections per HUD regulations.

Conduct interim and annual recertifications and maintain accurate client records.

Respond promptly to client and landlord questions, resolve housing‑related issues, and coordinate with case management staff.

Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to ensure coordinated, wrap‑around services.

Calculate and authorize rental assistance payments and handle repayment agreements as needed.

Manage special purpose vouchers as assigned (e.g., portability, VASH, FUP, Mainstream, RAD/PBV).

Participate in hearings and prepare supporting documentation.

Perform related work as required.

May be reassigned during emergency situations.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of 2 years of relevant housing or program eligibility experience.

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Reliable transportation available for business use.

Job offer contingent on passing a background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Relevant certifications (e.g., Low Income Housing Tax credits, HUD Voucher Program, Fair Housing, LIHTC).

Relevant work experience in case management, customer service, administration, compliance, or finance.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Strong organizational and data management skills to manage high caseloads.

Effective communication with clients, landlords, and colleagues.

Analytical and mathematical skills to calculate rent portions, verify income, and manage financial compliance.

Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and policies accurately.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, database systems, or other digital tools for data entry and reporting.

Conflict resolution and problem‑solving skills to handle challenging situations.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Adaptable, proactive, and capable of working independently and collaboratively.

Cultural competency and empathy when working with diverse, low‑income populations.

Physical Requirements

Primarily sedentary work with occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds).

Frequent hand/eye coordination and finger dexterity to operate computers and office equipment.

Vision required for reading, recording, and interpreting information.

Hearing and speech required for communication.

Use of standard office equipment, including personal computers, scanners, calculators, printers, shredders, telephones, fax machines, and copy machines.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. It prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio‑economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Benefits The County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees, including health plans (vision and dental), paid time off, a 401(k) plan, Social Security, and various other support programs. A more detailed list of benefits is available upon request.

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