Santa Clara County Housing Authority

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is to provide and inspire affordable housing solutions to enable low-income people and families in Santa Clara County to achieve financial stability and self-reliance.

 

SCCHA is among the original 39 agencies out of approximately 3,200 PHAs to be granted Moving to Work status, a special designation from HUD that allows our agency to make strategic program and policy changes to better address Silicon Valley’s critical shortage of affordable housing. We seek to expand beyond operational efficiency to assist as many families as possible and pioneer housing strategies that can be replicated at PHAs nationwide.

 

Our Culture

SCCHA is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity where individuals of diverse backgrounds, demographics, interpersonal styles, abilities, and motivations are and feel valued for their unique perspective and talent. Why is this important? Because the more perspectives we include, the better we respond to and serve our diverse community.

 

Employees at SCCHA work fulfilling, rewarding jobs that impact the lives of others. Together, we serve as a vital safety net that allows thousands of individuals and families to work toward self-sufficiency. SCCHA helps to build strong vibrant communities by innovating, increasing, and preserving affordable housing opportunities throughout the county.

 

We cannot achieve our mission without our staff’s care and professional contributions. And we are committed to caring for our staff, because we know that if we take care of our staff, they will take care of the people we serve.

 

We aspire for all employees to be treated respectfully and to be valued for their unique talents and contributions. We value people with varied perspectives and lived experiences. We value people period.

 

Join a workplace where you will be motivated and empowered to make a positive difference and bring opportunities to those in our community who need help the most. You won’t just do any administrative or professional role. You’ll be part of a solution that transforms people and communities throughout Santa Clara County.

 

Benefits SCCHA Employees Love

We want to keep you happy. We offer a rich benefit package that includes the following benefits and many more: 

  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • CalPers Retirement+
  • Life Insurance 
  • Downtown Parking, and more!

 

Addressing the Local Housing Crisis

Santa Clara County is in a striking housing crisis, experiencing some of the highest housing costs in the nation. As a part of the solution to this challenge, SCCHA builds communities by developing quality housing offered at affordable rents. These development activities include site acquisition, community outreach, site and building planning and design, and construction.

SCCHA is a Good Neighbor and Community Member

In addition to providing housing to those most in need in our community, SCCHA is an active part of our community and strives to be a good neighbor.  This begins when we first approach a new development site, seeking feedback from neighbors, community leaders and other stakeholders. Our commitment to healthy community relations continues with an open line of communication throughout construction and operations.

We’re in this for the long haul. SCCHA has been serving the Santa Clara County community for over half a century. We are dedicated to continuing this critical work of helping families and communities build stability.

Rooted in Local Partnerships

Like many endeavors this size, it takes a village to bring our affordable housing communities to fruition.  We partner with the County in addition to our local cities, including the City of San Jose.  Our real estate activities support several strategies and initiatives in the County’s Community Plan to End Homelessness, including prioritizing the development of housing for extremely low-income individuals and expanding permanent supportive housing.

In addition to public agencies, we partner with construction firms, architects and engineers, environmental engineers, appraisers, market analysts, and a variety of other partners to help develop our communities.

3 job(s) at Santa Clara County Housing Authority

Santa Clara County Housing Authority San Jose, CA, United States
Apr 18, 2024
An exciting opportunity is now open! Housing Assistant $28.19 - $37.77/Hourly DOQ Opening Date: April 17, 2024 Closing Date : OPEN UNTIL FILLED. (First screening of applications: May 1, 2024) Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for consideration. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. How You Will Make an Impact: The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking a Housing Assistant which is an entry level position in the Housing Programs series. The incumbent will perform the full range of duties required to ensure that the Agency’s programs, activities, and services are effective and provide the highest level of customer satisfaction to the public. The incumbent will provide support in the areas of general office duties such as reception, filing, scheduling, and data entry, as well as general program support in the areas of eligibility, lease up, client services, and owner services. What Our Team Is Looking For: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: High School diploma or possession of a certificate of equivalence of High School Achievement (GED); and A minimum of two (2) years of experience in providing technical support or customer services to assisted housing or other social services programs. Bilingual skills are desirable, but not required. Our Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following skills: Detail Oriented - prepares,scans, files, copies, collates, tracks, and distributes a variety of files and documents in departmental or central files. Team Player - performs a wide variety of routine to complex technical duties to support departmental operations such as client services, owner services, leasing, and continuing eligibility. Assists departmental staff with scheduling appointments. Self-motivator - responds to inquiries from the public, provides information or referrals, online portal assistance, and other activities. Exceptional Communicator - expresses ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Values the diversity and differences brought by others, build, and maintain interpersonal relationships. Organized - ability to maintain an organized workflow to ensure work is performed timely and efficiently. For a detailed description of the position's essential functions, please click HERE . APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses. A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required. Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.
Santa Clara County Housing Authority San Jose, CA, United States
Apr 11, 2024
An exciting opportunity is now open. Assistant Director of Asset Management Opening Date: April 10, 2024 Closing Date : Open until filled. Priority screening of applications: April 19, 2024 . Salary: $165,382.92 - $221,628.93 DOQ Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for consideration. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. How You Will Make an Impact: The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking an experienced leader who will manage, organize, plan and oversee the staff and activities of the Real Estate Department’s Asset Management Division including short-term and long-term planning. This position will manage and oversee the administration of the Agency’s portfolio of residential properties including physical, financial and compliance performance of stabilized assets and property management. This position will also analyze and manage new business, real estate and financial opportunities. The Asset Management Division, along with the Real Estate Development Division, are part of SCCHA’s Real Estate Department. The team working in Real Estate is mission oriented, dynamic and collaborative. The team works closely together to creatively develop new affordable housing as well as preserve existing assets. The Assistant Director of Asset Management plays an important role in ensuring sound operations and compliance in the existing portfolio, as well as creatively thinking about new business opportunities, financing strategies, acquisition efforts and larger strategic real estate efforts. What Our Team Is Looking For: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social or behavioral sciences, affordable housing, real estate finance, public or business administration or related field; and Five (5) years of increasingly responsible management experience in government, affordable housing programs, property management, social service administration or related field with three (3) years in a supervisory capacity. A master’s degree is desirable. Our Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following skills: Leader & Strategic Capability - a mentor to inspire and motivate others, manages changes, adapts and influences others, has knowledge of the needs, functions, and goals of the organization. Exceptional Communicator - expresses ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Values the diversity and differences brought by others, build, and maintain interpersonal relationships. Judgement & Decision Making - a critical thinker and problem solver. Makes decisions in compliance with the law and Agency policies. For a detailed description of the position essential functions, please click HERE APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses. A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required. Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.
Santa Clara County Housing Authority San Jose, CA, United States
Mar 08, 2024
An exciting opportunity is now open! Human Resources Analyst $96,065 - $128,736 DOQ Opening Date: April 9, 2024 Closing Date : Open until filled. Priority screening of applications: April 19, 2024 Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for consideration. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. How You Will Make an Impact: The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking a Human Resources Analyst to provide professional and analytical level support to advance human resources initiatives, programs, policy, and process improvements. As a member of our team, we are looking for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to fostering an environment of collaboration and teamwork. The candidate will support in recruitment and selection efforts along with job analysis, classification, and compensation, adhering to and applying principles of merit, equity, inclusion, and value for public service. The candidate will also advance equity, inclusion and employee engagement initiatives including new hire orientation and onboarding efforts, training and development, and a culture where people with diverse backgrounds feel and know they are valued. Celebrate and promote our agency as a public employer of choice. What Our Team Is Looking For: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: A bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field; and A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing diverse human resources functions. Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Our Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following skills: Initiative - lead and improve recruitment and selection. Collaboration - collaborate across the agency to implement training and development initiatives involving agency realignment activities. DEI - advance a culture of diversity, equity and inclusivity that inspires and values different perspectives. Exceptional Communicator - expresses ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Values the diversity and differences brought by others, build, and maintain interpersonal relationships. Teamwork - enjoys working collaboratively with others and leading human resources change. For a detailed description of the position's essential functions, please click HE RE . APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses. A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required. Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.