DALLAS HOUSING AUTHORITY JOB VACANCIES

OPEN: APRIL 15, 2024

CLOSE: MAY 10, 2024

 

JOB TITLE: SUMMER 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: May 10, 2024

 

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:

  1. Find a setting that is free from distractions.
  2. Please allow yourself time to complete the online application.
  3. We encourage you to complete this application in one sitting.
  4. Provide all the information requested on the online application form.
  5. Do not skip/omit any information. If it doesn’t apply, please indicate N/A.
  6. 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, April 15, 2024 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 May 10, 2024

 

 

 

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.

Applicants are considered for all positions, and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, familial status or age.

We perform drug and alcohol testing and criminal background checks on all individuals offered a position at Dallas Housing Authority.


All offers of employment are conditional upon verification of information obtained as the result of DHA's investigation and testing.

Any misstatement or omission of a fact relevant to original appointment or nature of work assignment will result in dismissal later.

Answer every question.

 

Applicant Notice:
Only one (1) position can be applied for on an application.

All sections of the application must be completed. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Any request for information on the application that does not apply, the applicant should write “N/A” in that field.

A Resume will not be substituted for completing the Employment History section on the application.
A P.O. Box address will not be accepted for the address. The Application will not be processed without a physical street address.