Financial Eligibility Specialist I (Administrative)

This is work reviewing and processing applications from homeowners seeking financial assistance for housing rehabilitation or tenants seeking rental assistance funds. An employee in this class gathers and verifies information on the financial status of applicants, determines the program eligibility of individuals, and prepares and processes required reports for bidding, settlement, and payment processes. Contact with the general public, homeowners, contractors, and other departmental and program staff to explain program procedures and resolve application and payment problems is a significant aspect of the work.