info@savannahpha.comEmployment Opportunities
Updated 7/29/2010
- SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE
1407 WHEATON STREET
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA 31404The Housing Authority of Savannah is an equal opportunity employer. Each applicant and eligible employee will be given full consideration for employment and/or advancement and will be treated equally regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship or ancestry, disability, age, sex or other protected status.
The Housing Authority of Savannah is committed to providing a working environment free from all forms of discrimination and sexual harassment or intimidation.
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The following positions are now available:
Maintenance Mechanic
Occupancy Technician
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BENEFITS SUMMARY
Following is a brief summary of the benefits package offered to current Housing Authority of Savannah employees.
Medical Insurance Coverage:
The Housing Authority offers comprehensive medical coverage (hospital, surgical, medical, dental and prescription) to all regular employees after one month of service. This is a preferred provider plan and costs vary according to whether services are provided by “in-network” or “out-of-network” providers.
Independent coverage: no cost to employee
Dependent/family coverage: $38.82/bi-weekly pay period premium; deducted from payroll.
Annual Leave, Sick Leave & Holidays:
New employees accrue annual leave from the beginning of employment at a rate of one day per month. Accrued leave can be taken after the employee has completed six months of service. Monthly accruals will increase according to the Housing Authority’s length of service schedule.
New employees accrue sick leave from the beginning of employment at a rate of one day per month. Sick leave can be used after the employee has completed one month of service.
The Housing Authority observes the following paid holidays:
New Year’s Day Labor Day
Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day
Memorial Day Veterans Day
Independence Day Thanksgiving Day
Floating Holiday (employee’s choice) Christmas Day
Additional Benefits:
Pension Plan: Employees are eligible for enrollment in the Housing Authority’s pension plan after one year of service. The Housing Authority contributes monthly into an account for each employee with the yearly amount totaling 13% of the employee’s annual earnings. Employees also have the option to contribute up to 10% of their yearly earnings, but are not required to do so.
A deferred compensation plan is also available to all employees. An employee may enroll in the plan at any time.
Life insurance: The Housing Authority has two life insurance programs for its employees. Both programs are non-contributory. The first policy is part of the health insurance policy and is equal to $20,000. The second policy is part of the Long-Term Disability policy and is equal to an employee’s salary, rounded up to the nearest thousand.
Long-Term Disability: After being out for 6 months, income replacement at 60% for up to three years.
The information listed above is for interview purposes only, meant to educate applicants on what benefits are offered to current Housing Authority of Savannah employees.
SALARY: $31,678.40
TO APPLY:
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE
1407 WHEATON STREET
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA 31401
ALL APPLICATIONS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, COLOR, HANDICAP, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RACE, RELIGION OR GENDER
POSITION SUMMARY:
The employee in this position performs a variety of skilled maintenance tasks in connection with repairs to and maintenance of buildings, grounds and equipment. Work involves knowledge of and skills in the areas of plumbing, electricity, carpentry, masonry, painting, refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (An incumbent may/may not perform all of the following duties).
1. Installs and repairs windows, screens, doors, door frames and locks.
2. Installs and repairs cabinets and other wood equipment and fixtures.
3. Washes, scrapes, sandpapers and otherwise finishes surfaces prior to painting; mixes paints; applies paints and other finishes to building interiors and exteriors.
4. Performs planned and corrective maintenance of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment.
5. Installs floor tiles and ceramic tiles.
6. Maintains all sanitary sewer lines.
7. Repairs or replaces electrical outlets, wiring, switches, electrical covers, light fixtures, distribution panels, breakers and fuses.
8. Secures vacant units before and during vacancy preparation.
9. Performs masonry work such as patching cracked concrete and replacing broken mason blocks.
10. Develops material lists for assigned jobs and obtains materials and equipment to perform jobs.
11. Plans each workday to maximize productivity in accordance with the responsibilities of the job and instructions of the supervisors.
12. Provides on-call coverage as scheduled and required by the supervisor.
13. Assists in training other maintenance personnel.
14. Uses safety precautions at all times.
15. Performs related work as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a Public Housing Agency (PHA).
2. Working knowledge and skill in plumbing, electricity, carpentry, masonry, painting, automotive repair, refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
3. Skill in the use and care of powered and non-powered tools.
4. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
5. Ability to perform a wide range of building and equipment maintenance tasks independently and with minimum supervision.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the general public.
7. Ability to perform building maintenance tasks of varying difficulty with limited supervision.
8. Ability to work any emergency situation which affects Housing Authority residents and facilities.
9. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions of the assigned work.
10. Ability to work in hazardous and adverse conditions, as well as cramped quarters and high places.
11. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to operate a variety of carpentry, electrical, and plumbing equipment, tools, and machines. Ability to work/inspect in wet, damp, hot, cold, or dusty places. Ability to stoop and kneel in order to gain access to work areas. Ability to work while standing for extended periods of time. Ability to move or carry objects or materials such as sinks, counter tops, solid core and metal doors, debris, floor tile, fan motors and other HVAC parts, etc. Ability to handle ranges and refrigerators using appliance hand trucks. Ability to lift objects up to 40 pounds from ground to over head.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduation from High School or GED equivalent supplemented by technical level courses in mechanical, electrical, or building trades; one to two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of building structures, household appliances, plumbing fixtures, and heating and air conditioning equipment; or any combination of training, education and experience which provides the required knowledge, and abilities. Journeyman level skill in at least one trade required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Possession of a valid driver's license.
2. Able to be covered under the Housing Authority's fidelity bond.
SALARY: $27,351.00
TO APPLY:
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE
1407 WHEATON ST
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA 31404
ALL APPLICATIONS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, COLOR, HANDICAP, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RACE, RELIGION OR GENDER.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The employee in this position is responsible for processing housing applications and maintaining applicant records. Performance is reviewed through observation and through review of records for accuracy, timeliness and completeness. The employee in this position works under the general supervision of the Housing Occupancy Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Explains policies and procedures to housing applicants, conducts application interview; reviews application for completeness, makes preliminary eligibility determination; prepares letters of verification; processes returned verifications; determines eligibility; and computes rent.
2. Establishes and maintains files of housing applications; sends notices to update information; contacts eligible applicants for final interview and selection; maintains records of rented units.
3. May conduct selection interviews.
4. Handles calls regarding the admissions process.
5. Preparation of daily and weekly rental, vacancy and occupancy reports.
6. Generates reports, queries, letters, and labels for Section 8 and Public Housing.
7. Interviews, determines eligibility and copies verifications for applicants.
8. Assembles, process leases, forms, certificate/voucher packets, rental packages, etc.
9. Distributes and copies all reports and letters generated.
10. Establishes, maintains, and records current status of all applicants from eligibility information to lease information to termination.
11. Prepares and designs spreadsheets and forms via PC as needed to include problem solving.
12. Attends monthly meetings, plans, organizes, and implements activities.
13. Performs related work as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of the general operations and procedures of a Public Housing Agency (PHA).
2. Thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, and administrative procedures of the Housing Authority of Savannah.
3. Considerable knowledge of the federal and state laws and city ordinances governing housing, including health and fire regulations, landlord and resident relationships, leasing of property and eviction.