Employment – Helena, MT

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Career Opportunities

Working at Helena Housing Authority (HHA) offers the opportunity to positively impact the lives of residents and to serve the Helena Community. HHA offers a challenging and dynamic work environment that allows you to succeed. Team members work together on a variety of projects to meet our common goal of providing safe and affordable housing and related services to eligible, working families, the elderly, and the disabled.

Lead Custodian/Groundskeeper - Pest Management Technician

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The Lead Custodian/Groundskeeper - Pest Management Technicianis responsible for coordinating special projects and providing lead worker oversight and training to custodian/groundskeeper positions; performing Integrated Pest Management duties to eradicate pests in housing units including serving as lead for inspection and treatment of units; maintaining facilities, grounds and landscaped features to ensure orderly, functional, safe and aesthetically pleasing appearances of assigned areas; and performing a variety of cleaning, custodial and maintenance services to ensure buildings, facilities and property are clean, orderly and safe.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated Knowledge of:
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) methods, equipment, chemicals and techniques to include bedbug eradication processes (e.g., manual cleaning, heat, desiccants, etc.).
• Application equipment, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Materials, methods, and equipment used in building and grounds maintenance. Includes knowledge of chemicals and cleaning products; proper care and trimming techniques and strategies for lawns, trees, shrubs and other plants and a variety of hand and power equipment used in the care of lawns trees, shrubs, plants and pruning. Use and care of maintenance and building tools, and light motorized equipment.
• Leadership, training and education of other team members.

Demonstrated Skills and Abilities in:
• Communications and Teamwork: Customer service and working with others, including ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all those contacted in the course of work. Includes fellow department team members, residents, and management.
• Self-development: Including continual learning of new methods, and materials. Anticipating possible problems and needs.
• Efficiency and Effectiveness: To plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work flow; work independently and meet multiple deadlines; attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adaptability to changes and problem-solving skills: To define problems, identify needs and solve problems independently.
• Minor machine and equipment operation and repair. Including mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, floor buffers, carpet cleaning equipment, heating units etc.
• Safety. Including following safety protocols and precautions at all times (e.g., use of protective equipment, safely using tools and equipment, observing precautions related to pathogens or contagious disease, etc.

Qualifications to Join our Team:
• A high school diploma or GED and three years related janitorial, groundskeeping, and pest removal experience.
• Able to successfully complete the pesticide applicator core class, pass the core test, and attain Industrial Structural and Health License within one year of hire.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Montana Driver’s License and a driving record acceptable to insurance carriers. Ability to operate HHA vehicles.
• Experience or training in project management or supervision

Work Environment:
Work requires ability to perform manual and semi-manual labor requiring the range of full body movement. Must be able to work from a ladder or from heights, to follow oral and written instructions, lift 100 pounds, stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, kneel, crawl, push, pull, grasp, and ride. Hand-eye coordination is a must, as is the ability to talk and hear in person, by telephone or two-way radio. Must be able to see and read instructions and safety information.

The typical work week is Monday through Friday, though some after-hours or overtime obligations and/or opportunities may arise.

Commitment to Service:
Employees of the Helena Housing Authority are expected to achieve the highest standards of personal and professional work performance in commitment to serving HHA’s constituents and the Helena community in general. The ability to work in a team, be transparent in written and verbal communication, and show respect and care for people from a wide variety of backgrounds is required on a daily basis.

Anticipated New Hire Salary Range:
$18.45 - $21.98 per hour depending on qualifications, plus health, participation in the Montana Public Employees Retirement System, and generous paid time off.

Opportunities:
HHA offers a competitive wage with opportunity for career advancement through our Maintenance Technician Career Ladder providing highly experienced and skilled, high performing individuals promotion opportunities to earn up to $25.49 an hour.

Benefits:
HHA offers medical, dental and vision benefits as well as participation in the Montana Public Employees Retirement System (MPERS) and Deferred Compensation plans. Other benefits include tax-deferred contributions to a health savings plan, Short-Term Disability insurance, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance with optional coverages; and a generous paid leave program including 10 holidays plus state general election days, 15 days of vacation leave increasing with years of service up to 24 days, and 12 days of sick leave (3 of which can be used as personal days) per year.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF):
Employment with Helena Housing Authority may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Check if you qualify at: https://myfedloan.org/borrowers/special-programs/pslf

How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and completed HHA Application Form either electronically at https://wkf.ms/3qF3NZB or by mail to CMS, Attn: Greg Ross, P.O. Box 1251, Helena, MT 59624.

HHA Application Form:
Download a copy of the HHA Electronic Employment Application. For optimum formatting, please save the file to your computer before filling out the application. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it here now.

The position is open until filled. We look forward to talking to you.

HHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HHA values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, vaccination status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact Greg Ross at the following number or email.

Questions: Please call (406) 442-4934 or email gross[at]cmsmontana.com.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

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HHA seeks a Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining and repairing buildings, electrical, mechanical & plumbing systems, and grounds features.

Duties Include:
• Maintenance and repair of doors, windows, gates, walls, floors, roofs, and other building features using knowledge of carpentry, cabinetry, drywall, tiling, roofing, and skill in the use of a variety of hand and power tools;
• Maintenance and repair of building utilities, appliances, and mechanical systems using knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC), and welding;
• Manual and semi-skilled tasks in maintaining the landscape using knowledge of lawns, trees, shrubs, and other plants and a variety of hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• This position may involve remediating contaminated units, conducting inspections, and/or pest management.

Qualifications to Join our Team:
Requires the equivalent of high school graduation with vocational coursework and three years of experience in construction and/or maintenance, a driver’s license, and acceptable background check.

Anticipated New Hire Pay Range:
$19.33 - $23.29 per hour depending on qualifications plus a generous benefit package including significant paid leave.

Benefits:
HHA offers great benefits including participation in the Montana Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Deferred Compensation plans; Health, Vision and Dental Insurance with contributions to a health savings plan; Short-Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment with optional coverages; and a generous paid leave program including 11 holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 15 days of vacation leave per year.

How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and completed HHA Application Form either electronically at https://wkf.ms/3nTZM1X or by mail to CMS, Attn: Greg Ross, P.O. Box 1251, Helena, MT 59624. The HHA Application can be downloaded from this site.

The position remains open until filled. We look forward to talking to you.

Questions: Please call 406-442-4934 or email cdasilva[at]cmsmontana.com.

HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER SPECIALIST

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The Housing Choice Voucher Specialist is responsible for providing customer service, determining eligibility, calculating income, applying policies, and ensuring compliance to provide Housing Choice Vouchers to clients of the Helena Housing Authority. This position reports to the Housing Program Manager.

Duties Include:
• Explain program requirements and procedures, collect applicant information, determine eligibility for the housing choice voucher program and maintain applicant records;
• Meet with applicants to explain detailed requirements and assist them with completing applications. Waitlist management. Notify applicants of decision based on voucher availability;
• Complete the process to award vouchers, calculate rents and housing assistance; coordinate with landlords, arrange inspections and monitor recipient eligibility;
• Conduct reviews of continued eligibility for vouchers that include income verification, change in family status, adherence to occupancy rules, initiating inspections etc. Terminate clients from the program who are no longer eligible or have violated rules;
• Prepare reports and maintain records of program activities for review by the Operations Manager to ensure accurate housing assistance program policies are adhered to;
• Perform a variety of other duties in support of ongoing HHA functions. The position may include working on HHA’s permanent support housing voucher program providing housing vouchers for persons and families who are homeless in our area including veterans and person with disabilities, requiring close coordination and communication with landlords and program participants as well as community healthcare and social service agencies.

Qualifications to Join our Team:
Requires education and experience equivalent to an associate degree with coursework in human services, business, communication and/or office technology, and two years’ experience in social service, housing, customer service, and/or office management. Attention to detail, customer service, communication, math, and office software skills required. Requires possession of, or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; and the ability to pass a criminal background check.

Anticipated New Hire Pay Range:
$20.00 - $24.00 per hour depending on qualifications, plus organizational and individual pay awards (base pay increases and bonuses) and promotion opportunities. Full-time employees receive 37 days of paid time off, health insurance, participation in the Montana Public Employees Retirement System, and generous paid time off. Read more about our excellent benefits here.

Opportunities:
HHA offers a Housing Choice Voucher career ladder providing high performing individuals promotion opportunities to earn up to $28.88 per hour or $60,079 per year.

The position is open until filled. Applications received by midnight, Monday, October 2, 2023, will receive priority consideration. If a suitable candidate is found during that screening, later applications will not be considered. We look forward to speaking with you!

For more information regarding benefits and how to apply, please visit the HHA Employment Information page here.

Questions: Please call 406-442-4934 or email cdasilva[at]cmsmontana.com.

PUBLIC HOUSING SPECIALIST

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The Public Housing Specialist is responsible for client relations, housing program and policy administration, rent collection/accounting, coordinating maintenance, resolving tenant complaints, providing customer service, managing records, drafting reports and other related tasks.. This position reports to the Housing Program Manager.

Duties Include:
• Establish and maintain an effective landlord/renter relationship with HHA clients to ensure compliance with lease agreements and housing regulations and safe and comfortable living arrangements;
• Perform recordkeeping and reporting by collecting and maintaining a variety of housing program data and preparing reports for the Board and federal and state partner agencies;
• Initiate work orders for repairs by maintenance staff;
• Collect payment of deposit and rent. Meet with tenants to resolve overdue issues; prepare and send overdue notices, initiate eviction process for nonpayment. Post payment to the accounting and management information system (YARDI).;
• Prepare reports and maintain records of program activities for review by the Operations Manager to ensure accurate housing assistance program policies are adhered to;
• Perform other duties such as completing special projects, attending meetings and conferences, maintaining an awareness of emergency service networks and being available for a rare occasional after hours need to attend a scheduled resident meeting, or to help respond to emergency/immediate client issues.

Qualifications to Join our Team:
Requires education and experience equivalent to a college degree or vocational/technical training and two years’ experience. Requires strong client relations skills; customer service or related experience; possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Montana Driver’s License with a driving record acceptable to insurance carriers; and the ability to occasionally work extended hours, if needed. Must pass a background check. HHA will provide training opportunities in Public Housing Rent Calculation, Public Housing Management, Low Income Tax Credit Compliance, and Fair Housing. Experience in public housing or affordable housing is preferred.

Anticipated New Hire Pay Range:
$22.00 - $30.00 per hour depending on qualifications, plus organizational and individual pay awards (base pay increases and bonuses) and promotion opportunities. Full-time employees receive 37 days of paid time off, health insurance, participation in the Montana Public Employees Retirement System, and generous paid time off. Read more about our excellent benefits here.

Opportunities:
HHA offers a Public Housing Specialist career ladder providing high performing individuals promotion opportunities to earn up to $36.47 per hour or $75,853 per year.

For more information regarding benefits and how to apply, please visit the HHA Employment Information page here.

Questions: Please call 406-442-4934 or email cdasilva[at]cmsmontana.com.