DALLAS HOUSING AUTHORITY JOB VACANCIES
OPEN: MAY 12, 2023
CLOSE: JUNE 5, 2023
JOB TITLE: INTERN
HOURLY RATE: $14 PER HOUR
LOCATION: RESIDENT SERVICES/HOUSING OPERATIONS
Summary: Under general supervision, enters data, disseminates information, answers the telephone and performs a variety of general clerical tasks.
Essential Job Functions: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position- specific duties.
- Receives, sorts, files, prints, enters data and clears work orders, forms, or other documents or information.
- Greets visitors, clients or co-workers over the telephone or in person and answers questions and disseminates information.
- Type’s correspondence, memos, requisitions, work orders or other material
- Maintains files, opens and distributes mail, orders supplies and material
- Explains nature of DHA programs, procedures and services to clients; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records and DHA information.
- Supports the relationship between DHA and the constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and DHA staff.
- Enthusiastically promotes the President/CEO’s priorities for the operations of DHA.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of DHA policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the principles of customer service.
- Knowledge of the principles of record keeping and records management.
- Skill in sorting and alphabetizing.
- Skill in operating a variety of office equipment.
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
- Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written.
- Skill in interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School or College student and participant in Public Housing or Housing Choice Voucher
Program (Section 8).
DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 5, 2023
To apply for this position: Explanation of Hiring Process:
Thank you for your interest in job opportunities with the Dallas Housing Authority. All applications for open posted position must be submitted via on-line at www.dhadal.com. No on-line applications will be accepted after the noted closing date on the announcement. We encourage you to visit our website often to view and apply for vacant position with the agency.
Dallas Housing Authority
3939 N. Hampton, Dallas, Texas 75212
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF DALLAS, TX WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, SEX, DISABILITY, SEXUAL PREFERENCE, GENDER IDENTITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, FAMILIAL STATUS OR AGE.
Dallas Housing Authority
Summer Intern Online Application Process
Summer intern applicants before you begin, you should have the following information readily available:
- Social Security Number
- Valid Driver’s License Number (if applicable)
- References and phone numbers
- Current and previous employer information (if applicable)
- High School and College information
Steps on completing the online application:
- Find a setting that is free from distractions.
- Please allow yourself time to complete the online application.
- We encourage you to complete this application in one sitting.
- Provide all the information requested on the online application form.
- Do not skip/omit any information. If it doesn’t apply, please indicate N/A.
- Review your application for accurate information.
Once you have completed the application, you will receive a message at the end stating: “Thank you for applying, your session is complete and no further action is necessary”
For assistance, please call:
Human Resources department at 214-951-8323 or
Chyrel Roseborough Resident Services at 214-224-3622
High School and College Internship Program
Applications will be available starting Monday, May 15, 2023 online at
www.dhantx.com
Program Guidelines:
Students must meet the following criteria to qualify for DHA’s High School and
College Internship Program:
- Students must be a participant in either the Housing Voucher
- Program or Public Housing Program,
- High school students between the ages of 16 and 19 must maintain a C average (most recent report card must be provided),
- College students (undergraduate) must maintain a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) and be enrolled with a minimum of 12 credit hours (most recent college transcripts must be provided),
- College students (graduate) must maintain a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) and be enrolled with a minimum of 9 credit hours (most recent college transcripts must be provided),
- Students must not have a record of truancy,
- Students must pass DHA’s pre-employment screening; including a criminal background check and drug screening,
- Students must provide letters of recommendation from a School
- Official, Property Manager, or a Community Leader.
Deadline to submit online applications will be June 5, 2023