HOUSING SUPERVISOR at City of Torrance, CA
City of Torrance, CA · Torrance, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Torrance
About the Department
BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
The Department
Advancing a Safe, Accessible and Sustainable Built Environment
The Community Development Department plays a vital role in the continued development, sustainable growth, and success of Torrance. CDD maintains the Building and Safety, Engineering, Environmental (Code Enforcement), the Geographic Information System (GIS) and Mapping, Housing, and Planning Divisions, which serve the community by overseeing redevelopment, comprehensive planning, zoning, housing programs, project planning, permitting, environmental stewardship, NPDES and building and code enforcement.
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Position Duties
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; and three years of increasingly responsible experience in a housing assistance program, with at least one year in a supervisory or lead capacity. An Associate Degree or sixty (60) or more college units from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, social services, or a closely related field, is desirable.
Ideal Candidate
In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate will possess:
- Strong supervision skills to effectively interact with staff and the public;
- Experience in housing services administration processes and procedures;
- The ability to interpret and explain codes, regulations, and laws;
- Highly effective customer service skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- A high degree of initiative;
- Demonstrated ability to be both resourceful and reliable;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects, working independently, and shifting priorities as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. First review of applications will be those received by Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.
Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:
Oral Exam: 100% (Tentatively scheduled on Thursday, September 4, 2025.)
Other Qualifications
Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov to find out more information about the City of Torrance.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 prior to the test date. For further information, click here.
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.
In addition, the City of Torrance Conflict of Interest Code requires that employees in this classification file an annual Financial Disclosure Statement. Information about this requirement may be obtained from the City Clerk's office.The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
City of Torrance Inclusion Statement
The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!
