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Tillamook County, OR

Housing Coordinator

Tillamook, OR · On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

Knowledge of land use planning/zoning concepts; housing finance mechanisms (including such incentives as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits; Property Tax Abatement; Pre-development processes; programs ...

Tillamook County

Housing Coordinator

Tillamook, OR · On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

Knowledge of land use planning/zoning concepts; housing finance mechanisms (including such incentives as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits; Property Tax Abatement; Pre-development processes; programs ...

PRS Management, Inc.

Housing Program Specialist

Medford, OR · On-site

$26.87 - $28.51/hr

We are seeking a Community Housing Program Specialist to support program operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist Community Housing leadership across multiple communities. This role plays ...

UCAN CAP

Housing Services Supervisor

Roseburg, OR · On-site

$26.21/hr

Description The Housing Services Supervisor oversees the daily operations of housing and homelessness programs and provides direct supervision to Housing Services staff. This position ensures ...

PRS Management, Inc.

Housing Program Specialist

Medford, OR · On-site

$26.87 - $28.51/hr

We are seeking a Community Housing Program Specialist to support program operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist Community Housing leadership across multiple communities. This role plays ...

UCAN CAP

Housing Services Supervisor

Grants Pass, OR · On-site

$26.21/hr

Description The Housing Services Supervisor oversees the daily operations of housing and homelessness programs and provides direct supervision to Housing Services staff. This position ensures ...

IMPACT NW

Multnomah Housing Specialist ll

Portland, OR · On-site

$25.71 - $27/hr

HSN Bilingual Housing Specialist II PROGRAM: Permanent Supportive Housing MANAGEMENT POSITION___ or CLIENT SERVICES POSITION_X__ ENTRY SALARY or HOURLY WAGE: $25.71 - $27.00/hr includes language ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for housing in Oregon is $47,812.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,300.00 and $52,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a housing specialist?

Housing specialists are professionals who assist individuals and families in finding and securing suitable housing. They often work with clients experiencing homelessness, low income, or special needs, helping them access affordable housing options and navigate application processes. Housing specialists may also collaborate with landlords, social service agencies, and government programs to provide support and ensure clients maintain stable housing. Their work is crucial in promoting housing stability and addressing barriers to safe, long-term residences.

What are careers in housing?

Careers in housing include positions in state and municipal government, non-profits, and apartment or housing management. Many of these careers focus on providing low-income or homeless people with affordable residential placement. Job roles include case management, mental health provision, and other social services. The responsibilities of someone in housing management may consist of helping to manage rental properties or maintain residential or commercial buildings. Their duties include performing basic maintenance, filling vendor orders, and ensuring residents pay rent on time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a housing specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Housing Specialist, you need a solid understanding of housing programs, case management, and eligibility assessment, often supported by a degree in social work or a related field. Familiarity with property management software, housing databases, and regulatory compliance systems is also important. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural sensitivity help build trust with clients and coordinate effectively with community partners. These skills ensure that clients receive appropriate support and housing solutions, leading to successful placements and ongoing program compliance.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in housing roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in housing roles often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulations, balancing the needs of diverse populations, and managing limited resources. It is common to work with individuals or families facing financial difficulties, which requires strong empathy and problem-solving skills. Building collaborative relationships with local agencies, staying up-to-date with housing policies, and maintaining clear communication with clients and team members can help overcome these challenges and ensure successful outcomes.

What is the difference between Housing vs Property Management?

AspectHousingProperty Management
Primary FocusProviding housing solutions, including rental and affordable housingManaging real estate properties on behalf of owners
Required CredentialsVaries; may include housing certifications or social work credentialsReal estate license or property management certification
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, government agencies, housing authoritiesReal estate offices, on-site property visits
Industry UsagePublic and nonprofit sectorsPrivate real estate firms, landlords

Housing focuses on providing and facilitating access to housing options, often within public or nonprofit sectors. Property management involves overseeing rental properties, handling tenant relations, and maintaining real estate assets for private owners. While both roles relate to real estate, their primary goals and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Housing job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 50% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 29% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,812 per year, or $23 per hour.

Housing Coordinator

Tillamook County, OR

Tillamook, OR • On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Salary : $68,827.20 - $87,859.20 Annually
Location : 201 Laurel Avenue, Tillamook, OR
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2627-00014
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Summary
Department: Community Development
Union Affiliation: AFSCME
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday
Total Hours Per Week: 40
Tillamook County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education, experience and seniority for wage offers.
Performs professional level administration and project coordination and is in charge of creating and implementing the County's workforce/affordable housing agenda, in close consultation with the Tillamook County Housing Commission as well as partners in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual in this role is expected to possess and exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge
  • Knowledge of the governing federal, state, and local community development and housing program regulations, policies, and financial tools associated with the development and preservation of affordable/workforce housing.
  • Knowledge of land use planning/zoning concepts; housing finance mechanisms (including such incentives as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits; Property Tax Abatement; Pre-development processes; programs and incentives related to System Development Charges (including waiver, deferrals, and financing)
  • Knowledge of the agencies and partners that finance or influence affordable/workforce housing.
  • Working knowledge of GIS.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the stages and levels of housing development.
  • Firm understanding of micro and macroeconomics as they relate to housing development and policy.
  • Knowledge of small and mid-sized business operations and their intersections with housing initiatives.
  • Firm understanding of finance and accounting principles, including practical applications in housing-related projects.
  • Knowledge of government and governmental processes, including basic civics and political systems.

Skills
  • Skill in presenting effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Analyze moderately complex information used in reviewing grant proposals and applications.
  • Making recommendations based on available data.
  • Skill in maintaining the Housing Commissions social media accounts.
  • Skill in public speaking and public presentations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office products and programs including Word, Excel, Access database, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Proficiency in standard communication technologies, including G-Suite, Teams, Zoom, and other relevant platforms.
  • Skill in conflict resolution and mediation to address diverse perspectives effectively.
  • Skill in statistical analysis and data visualization to present technical data clearly and effectively.

Abilities
  • Ability to design, conduct, and direct research and compile and analyze technical data, including problem identification, analysis, identifying resources/solutions, and evaluation.
  • Ability to make decisions independently in accordance with established policy and procedures.
  • Ability to use judgment and discretion in interpreting complex guidelines, ordinances, etc. in light of the issue at hand.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to produce clear, concise written reports, decisions, analyses, etc.
  • Ability to prepare and oversee adherence to budgets.
  • Ability to prepare RFPs and RFQs, review responses, select contractors, and oversee their work to ensure that they achieve their assigned objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Ability to identify and secure grant funding related to the program, and to oversee the administration of grant-related requirements.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and complete work within required time frames.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, public agencies, consultants, contractors, engineers, Housing Commission members, committee members, County Commissioners, groups from diverse backgrounds and the public.
  • Ability to remain calm and use good judgment in stressful or high-pressure situations.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse cultural and socioeconomic groups through strong cross-cultural communication skills.

Required Qualifications (Minimum qualifications for this role)
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in land use planning, economics, public policy or a related field.
Experience
  • Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in land use planning, housing development, or policy work at a city, county, or regional level that included successful experience related to housing policy and/or development.

Certifications or Licenses
  • At the time of appointment, must possess a valid Oregon driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications
  • A Master's degree is preferred and may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Other Qualifications
  • Must pass a pre-employment criminal history background investigation.

Essential Duties
Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples.
  • Identify and understand the challenges to the creation and preservation of affordable/workforce housing development (including but not limited to economic, market, and regulatory challenges).
  • Acts as administrative support to the Tillamook County Housing Commission, and partners with cities and communities throughout the County, on affordable/workforce housing efforts. This includes preparing and supporting Housing Commission meetings, creating agendas, scheduling speakers, posting meeting minutes, and providing administrative support to committees and ad hoc groups.
  • Has primary responsibility in the development of recommendations for final action by the Board of Commissioners. Specific duties may include administering budgeted funds, grants, and contracts for service; development, coordination, and evaluation of the assigned program, and participation in the more complex aspects of the work including creating executive summaries of Housing Committee meetings.
  • Will possess technical and professional knowledge, skills, and abilities relating to the assignment as well as leadership skills necessary to administer the program. The position also requires maintaining and sharing knowledge of shifting housing development resources and changes in county, state, and federal policies, and educating stakeholders on these updates.
  • Serve as the project leader to the Tillamook County Housing Commission:
    • Prepare Commission agendas
    • Maintain Commission records
    • Design and assure compliance with Commission policies and procedures
    • Draft reports and actions for Commission consideration
    • Understand zoning and building code regulations within the County that affect the production of affordable/workforce housing, and analyze and recommend modifications to those codes to better align the regulatory framework with the mission of the Housing Commission
    • Understand the various financial tools used to fund affordable/workforce housing, and analyze and recommend modifications to those tools (or the creation of new tools) to help make affordable/workforce housing more financially feasible
    • Serve as a primary resource for the County Board and staff in understanding the issues that affect affordable/workforce housing
    • Oversee the work of consultants and other professionals
    • Assist for-profit and non-profit housing developers in the creation and preservation of affordable/workforce housing
    • Oversee the maintenance of data on an annual basis to track progress in addressing the County's housing challenges
    • Nurture strong communications and collaboration between the Commission and the many partners within the County and beyond who have a direct or indirect role in creating and implementing the County's affordable/workforce housing agenda
    • Market the Housing Production Solutions Fund through social media, press releases, and direct outreach
    • Assist applicants with the application process, including pro forma development
    • Enforce grant and loan contracts. Act as the primary contact for developers, connecting them with available land and resources, and fostering a developer-friendly environment.

Performs additional duties as assigned.
Supplemental Information
Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Not a supervisory role but provides informal training/orientation to volunteers, or newly assigned personnel.
Supervisory Controls
  • Works under general supervision with recurring tasks performed independently. The supervisor provides professional advice on non-routine matters, and periodic reviews are conducted to ensure adherence to expected results.
Working Conditions
Mental effort
  • High degree of concentration with above normal periods of attention, above normal deadlines, or a high degree of creative thinking.
Physical effort
  • Minimal: The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, laptop bag, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
Work environment
  • Everyday Risks/Discomforts: require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, libraries, and commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

Selection Process
Following the closing date of this recruitment, if you are selected for an interview, we will contact you to arrange a date and time. We want to ensure that we hire the best possible staff for our county team, because we believe that the right people are our most valuable asset!
01
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree?
  • Yes
  • No

02
If Yes, in what field is your Bachelor's Degree?
03
Please summarize your work experience and describe how it prepares you for the Housing Coordinator position.
04
A primary function of this position will be staffing the Tillamook County Housing Commission. Please describe your experience (if any) staffing a Commission. What are your thoughts on helping the Commission to be effective in achieving its mission ("To collaboratively advocate for attainable and equitable solutions that impact Tillamook County's greatest housing needs.")
05
What do you think are some of the key challenges facing Tillamook County's affordable and workforce housing? What do you think are some of the key solutions that you would hope to pursue, and how would you go about pursuing those solutions?
06
Additional information you would like us to know as we consider your application:
Required Question

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