Housing Services Manager
On-siteSan Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead the Housing Services Department by hiring, training, and supervising staff to manage daily operations, safety protocols, and performance evaluations. Develop systems and procedures that improve departmental services while coordinating with THC leadership and external partners to meet program objectives. Oversee the Modified Payment Program, including tracking vacancies, managing waitlists for step-up buildings and Galvin Apartments, and enforcing payment plans to increase housing retention. Prepare for audits, track reporting requirements, and respond to grievances aimed at decreasing homelessness. Maintain accurate rental databases, coordinate check processes with the Rental Accounts Manager, and ensure strict adherence to check security and confidentiality policies.
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS degree in Social Work or related field
- MA/MS degree in Social Work or related field
- 2 years of experience in program management and administration
- 2 years of experience training and supervising staff
- thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- ability to produce and analyze reports
- ability to write business correspondence
- ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, clients, and the general public
- ability to read, understand, apply language, and make independent decisions based on policies, governmental regulations, technical procedures, and contracts
- analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- conflict resolution experience
- customer service skills
- proactive self-starter with the ability to take initiative, develop action steps/goals, and follow through on action steps to goal completion
- ability to manage multiple projects with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment
- ability to meet strict deadlines with excellent attention to detail
- experience working effectively with diverse, low-income, homeless and/or formerly homeless population
- experience working within databases
- excellent data entry skills
- knowledge of San Francisco landlord-tenant law and terms of tenancy
- experience working with clients with mental health and substance use issues
- ability to perform basic math calculations with minimal mistakes
- ability to understand rent pro-ration
- understanding of a Harm Reduction model
- ability to read, communicate orally, and write in English
- ability to pass all post-contingency offer background checks, reference checks, and TB screening clearances
- ability to demonstrate passion, commitment, and behavior that are consistent with THC's Mission, Core Values, and Customer Service Philosophy
- leadership qualities such as maintaining vision, expectations, and energy for positive improvement and results
- ability to empower direct reports to achieve the agency's goals and carry out the Mission and Core Values of THC
- ability to adapt well to change, and remain professional, respectful, and composed at all times
- maturity, honesty, dependability, and accountability
- ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships and boundaries
- ability to communicate with clients, co-workers, and external parties in a manner that fosters respect and trust
- good judgment in using and/or keeping information regarding clients, employees, and THC confidential
- ability to work well independently, collaboratively, and as a team member
- ability to follow instructions completely
- ability to ask for help and/or guidance from supervisors when needed
- good time management skills
- punctuality to work, THC meetings, and events
- ability to refrain from actions that may result in conflict or may be determined as aggressive, threatening, or violent
- ability to take pride in work and perform all assigned duties diligently, efficiently, and effectively
- ability to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, hold, grasp, and feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear
- ability to climb stairs; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; push; and pull
- ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus
- ability to travel throughout San Francisco occasionally
Desired Qualifications
- MA/MS degree in Social Work or related field
- Experience working in non-profit or public sector
- Knowledge of San Francisco resources
- Bilingual skills
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