Housing Choice Voucher (HCVP) Specialist

Job Description

Job DescriptionHousing Choice Voucher (HCVP) Specialist – Immediate Contract Opportunity

Washington, DC | $23–$25/hour | Monday–Friday | 3–6+ Month Contract

SNI Companies is partnering with a Washington, DC organization seeking an experienced Housing Choice Voucher (HCVP) Specialist for an immediate temporary assignment.

This opportunity is ideal for a dependable, detail-oriented housing professional with direct, hands-on experience administering HUD Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8 programs who can step into the role and contribute with minimal training.

Please note: Direct Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8 experience is required. Candidates whose experience is limited to general housing, residential services, property management, or case management will not be considered for this particular opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing

• Administer and support day-to-day activities related to the HUD Housing Choice Voucher (HCVP)/Section 8 Program

• Review participant files for eligibility, accuracy, completeness, and ongoing program compliance

• Apply and interpret HUD regulations, including 24 CFR Part 982

• Verify participant income and eligibility using HUD's Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) system

• Process and review recertifications, participant documentation, and related program requirements

• Apply Housing Quality Standards (HQS) requirements

• Support compliance with Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) standards

• Ensure adherence to Fair Housing and Reasonable Accommodation requirements

• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready participant records

• Communicate professionally with program participants, landlords, property owners, and internal stakeholders

• Respond to questions and resolve participant or landlord concerns in a timely and service-focused manner

• Assist with additional Housing Choice Voucher program responsibilities as needed

What We're Looking For

Qualified candidates should have:

• Direct professional experience with the Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8 Program

• Working knowledge of HUD regulations and 24 CFR Part 982

• Hands-on experience utilizing HUD EIV

• Knowledge of HQS requirements

• Familiarity with SEMAP standards

• Understanding of Fair Housing and Reasonable Accommodation regulations

• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage a high-volume workload while meeting compliance deadlines

• Professional and dependable attendance and punctuality

Highly Preferred

• Previous experience working with DCHA policies and procedures

• Housing Choice Voucher Specialist Certification

• Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Certification

• Previous experience working within a housing authority, public housing agency, or HUD-funded housing program

Assignment Details

Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Lunch: 30 minutes
Pay Rate: $23.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience
Assignment Length: 3–6+ months, with potential for extension
Start Date: Immediate
Employment Type: Temporary Contract

Ready to Get Started?

If you have hands-on Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8 experience and can confidently navigate HUD requirements, EIV, HQS, and program compliance, we want to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.