City of Laredo

Employment - Current Openings

Job Title:	Housing Eligibility Technician (Full-time/Temporary), (B098060-2), R28, Weatherization Program
Closing Date/Time:	Continuous
Salary:	$10.53 - $14.21 Hourly
Job Type:	Full-time
Location:	City of Laredo, Texas
Department:	Community Development

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Temporary, Full-time Position w/o benefits Conducts eligibility interviews for all applicants of the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). Receives documentation and maintains associated records.
Job Description:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of practices of community assistance organizations and of project planning and development. Knowledge of basic arithmetic. Ability to exercise considerable judgment and initiative. Ability to coordinate the efforts of various agencies and interests for a common goal. Ability to establish and maintain effective public relations. Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record. Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language. Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures. Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed inside and outside an office. Work involves working closely with others and/or alone, traveling by car, van, bus, and plane. Work requires standing, sitting, climbing stairs, walking, light carrying under 15 pounds, operate office equipment, and a motor vehicle. Ability to see, write, count, read, identify shade of colors, depth perception, and hearing is needed to perform essential functions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Answers questions concerning Weatherization Assistance Program in person and on the telephone. Performs preliminary screening of all inquires to verify completion of the application and initial eligibility and verifies content of all applications. Submits eligible applications for funding; follows up on pending applications and notifies applicants of status; secures additional documentation from applicant as needed. Assists in marketing efforts for the Weatherization Assistance Program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by 60 hours of college level courses from an accredited educational institution in bookkeeping, public administration, accounting, or related field. -AND- At least two (2) years of work experience in bookkeeping, public administration, accounting, social work, or related field.
Valid Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Texas Drivers License* If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment. As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment. Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.* Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 795-3068 two days prior to the scheduled test or interview. "AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT."