Hylton-Jackson Qumari
Kingston
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Section 8 Coordinator at Kingston Housing Authority, excelling in eligibility determination and compliance monitoring. Proven ability to enhance housing options through effective partnership development and critical thinking. Successfully streamlined processes, improving efficiency and ensuring timely assistance for families while maintaining a strong commitment to professionalism and community service.
Professional housing coordinator with proven track record in managing Section 8 programs. Known for meticulous attention to housing policies and fostering positive tenant relationships. Focused on collaborative team efforts and adaptable to changing program requirements. Recognized for problem-solving skills and regulatory adherence.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
positively dedicated to improving and serving our community to the absolute best of my ability. dedicated to bringing awareness to the HUD policies and procedures to ensure compliance for residents as well as staff
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Section 8 Coordinator
Kingston Housing Authority
11.2022 - Current
- Coordinated annual re-certification and ensured compliance with federal regulations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local landlords to expand housing options.
- Streamlined application processes, improving efficiency and reducing processing times.
- Great knowledge of the applicable federal, state, and local rules regulations and guidelines governing public housing agencies (PHA's)
- Great knowledge of modern methods for interviewing and gathering information
- Good knowledge arithmetic, business english and composition
- Great power of observation and critical inspection
- Great ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to analyze facts and information and apply them against established eligibility criteria
- Ability to deal effectively with broad range of people
- Ability to successfully work with, serve and accommodate a diverse local community
- Successfully completed a HUD section 22 Streamline Voluntary Conversion all federal subsidized units converted to tenant based assistance.
- Inspect units to ensure compliance with HUD housing quality standards compliance now referred to as Nspire
- Successfully process monthly housing assistance payments and utility reimbursement to ensure that landlords and families are compensated and reimbursed in a timely manner.
- Provided training and support to staff on program policies and procedures.
- Successfully open and close and maintain the housing choice voucher waitlist complying with all fair housing rules and regulations.
Public Housing Specialist
Kingston Housing Authority
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted housing assessments to determine client eligibility for assistance programs.
- maintain waitlist management and selection
- Developed and maintained case files, ensuring accurate documentation of client interactions.
- Coordinated placement of families into suitable housing options based on needs and preferences.
- Maintain previously established waitlist
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance support services for low-income families. ( Hudson Valley Mental Health, Lead Based Paint training seminar)
Maintenance Technician
Kingston Housing Authority
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Performed troubleshooting and repairs on HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems to maintain operational efficiency.
- Managed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance equipment reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to improve maintenance processes and streamline workflow efficiency.
- renovate vacant units in a timely manner.
- respond, assess, and complete work orders in a timely manner
- Respond to 24 hour emergency assistance requests (lockouts, heat, hot water, plumbing etc)
- Maintain grounds to ensure good upkeep and appearance
- assist co-workers with emergency requests filling in as needed at all complexes
Education
High School Diploma -
The Kingston High School
Kingston06-2014
Skills
- Eligibility determination
- Compliance monitoring
- Program management
- Legal compliance
- Policy interpretation
- Partnership development
- Report preparation
- Budget administration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Computer proficiency
- Team building
- Documentation skills
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Confidentiality practices
- Training skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved a score of 96% for High Performance program.
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Section 8 Coordinator
Kingston Housing Authority
11.2022 - Current
Public Housing Specialist
Kingston Housing Authority
01.2022 - 11.2022
Maintenance Technician
Kingston Housing Authority
02.2018 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
The Kingston High School
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