The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity’s Housing Advocacy Programs seek an energetic and committed individual with a high degree of initiative to join our team as the Family Housing Voucher Program Benefit Specialist. In this position you will primarily provide technical and administrative work such as conducting eligibility assessments, reviewing subsidy applications for completeness, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Housing Opportunity Grant (HOP). The Family Housing Voucher Program is a rental assistance support program for families with dependent children experiencing homelessness across Vermont. 

Please view our job description: Family Housing Voucher Program Benefit Specialist 

When you come to work for CVOEO you're getting so much more than a paycheck! We offer a great working environment and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous time off, a retirement plan and discounted gym membership.

Interested in working with us? To apply, please include a cover letter and resume. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our diversity and excellence. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. We are one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Vermont! Join us to find out why!

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline plus two years of administrative or community service experience or combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge are acquired.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; must be detail-oriented, self-disciplined in time management, and able to adhere to simultaneous deadlines.

Knowledge of community resources and counseling/social work practices with high risk and homeless populations.

Strong interest in and commitment to the overall needs and problems of low income and homeless families.

Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively and in a positive manner with a diverse population, landlords, and other social service providers; bilingual abilities are a plus.