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King County Housing Authority

Since its establishment in 1939, KCHA has played a key role in providing affordable housing options for residents of the metro-politan region surrounding Seattle. Through partnerships with local communities and nonprofit organizations, KCHA delivers affordable housing and related support services such as education, job training and social services to more than 55,000 local residents who earn less than the county median income. Head-quartered in Tukwila, WA, it has 370 employees. KCHA is an independent municipal corporation established under state law, assists more than 18,000 households in the Seattle metropolitan region on a daily basis. A mission-driven organization, we administer rental housing and work closely with community stakeholders to address local priorities such as ending homelessness, improving educational outcomes for the region's low-income youth and assuring that disabled and elderly households can live with dignity. We are a high performing group and we are glad to provide creative and self-directed individuals with a variety of future opportunities. Our mission: KCHA is a national leader in providing innovative and effective housing solutions so that people and communities can prosper. Our vision is: That all residents of King County have quality affordable housing. We transform lives through housing.

Nov 24, 2023
Full time
Customer Service Support Intern (Part-Time, Temporary) - Birch Creek (Kent)
King County Housing Authority Kent, WA, USA
Job Summary Please note this position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by June 21, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. King County Housing Authority (KCHA), an independent municipal organization, is a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable housing.  KCHA provides innovative and effective housing solutions so that people and communities can prosper.  Our vision is that all residents of King County have quality affordable housing.  KCHA is the largest housing provider in the county, and annually, the agency serves over 55,000 low-income individuals.  We transform lives through housing. We are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Support Intern to provide office and clerical support at our Birch Creek portfolio in Kent. The Customer Service Support internship is an ideal opportunity for a Housing Authority resident, student or recent graduate that has a passion for social work and...
Nov 24, 2023
Full time
Resident Services Coordinator (Long-Term Temporary)- North & East Regions
King County Housing Authority Kirkland, WA, USA
Job Summary Please note this position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by June 22, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.      We are currently recruiting for a talented and passionate Resident Services Coordinator (Long-Term Temporary) that will serve Public Housing family site residents in North and East King County. The goal of this position is to assist residents in the area in maintaining housing stability and increasing resident engagement.   Under the general supervision of the Resident Services Manager, the Resident Services Coordinator will work with residents to maintain housing stability by providing services to support compliance with lease and program requirements and acting as a liaison between residents, KCHA Property Management and local service agencies. The successful candidate will provide resource and referral services to Public Housing residents and will coordinate community building events and activities to promote...
Nov 24, 2023
Full time
Senior Housing Specialist
King County Housing Authority Tukwila, WA, USA
Job Summary Please note this position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by June 3, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.  The King County Housing Authority (KCHA) is a national leader in providing innovative and effective housing solutions so that people and communities can prosper. Our vision is that all residents of King County have quality affordable housing. KCHA is the largest housing provider in the county, and annually, the agency serves over 55,000 low-income individuals. We transform lives through housing.   We are recruiting for a talented, detail oriented, and customer service focused Senior Housing Specialist based in Tukwila, WA. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with diverse customers, and is committed to the highest standards in public service. Multiple positions may be filled through this process.  The ideal candidate will be:  Able to provide...
Nov 24, 2023
Full time
Administrative Project Manager
King County Housing Authority Tukwila, WA, USA
Job Summary King County Housing Authority (KCHA), an independent municipal corporation, is a nationally-recognized leader in affordable housing. KCHA provides innovative and effective housing solutions so that people and communities can prosper. KCHA is the largest housing provider in the county and the agency serves over 55,000 low-income individuals annually. Our vision is that all King County residents have quality affordable housing. The Support Services Department provides high-quality administrative services to departments and teams throughout the agency. To achieve our work, we are collaborative, organized, adaptable, responsive, and creative problem solvers. The department includes enterprise and day-to-day risk management, workplace safety, claims and insurance management, resource conservation, fleet management, emergency preparedness, records management, procurement, and other support services.     The Administrative Project Manager will play a key role in the...
Mar 03, 2023
Full time
Regional Maintenance Mechanic - Electrician
King County Housing Authority Redmond, WA, USA
Job Summary This position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by February 8, 2023.     The King County Housing Authority (KCHA) is a national leader in providing innovative and effective housing solutions so that people and communities can prosper. Our vision is that all residents of King County have quality affordable housing. KCHA is the largest landlord in the county, and annually, the agency serves over 55,000 low-income individuals.   We transform lives through housing.     This is journey level electrical work primarily upgrading and repairing individual apartment units in a variety of residential housing including mid-rise (3-5 stories), townhome and single-family homes. Work is on a renovation team of tradesmen refurbishing apartment units to “like new” condition. Electrical work includes rewiring circuits and panel upgrades to support arc fault breakers, GFI circuits, cove type heaters, inter-connected...
Mar 03, 2023
Full time
Housing Quality Standard Inspector
King County Housing Authority Tukwila, WA, USA
Job Summary Please note this position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by February 9, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. King County Housing Authority (KCHA), an independent municipal organization, is a high-performing, nationally recognized leader in affordable housing and in providing innovative and effective housing solutions so that people and communities can prosper.  Our vision is that all residents of King County have quality affordable housing. KCHA is the largest housing provider in the County, and annually the agency serves over 55,000 low-income individuals.   We transform lives through housing. We are recruiting to fill a Housing Quality Standard (HQS) Inspector position, based in Tukwila, Washington. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys a diversity of customers, and is committed to the highest standards in public service. This position is dedicated to ensuring...