Employment Opportunities
BHHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Resumes are reviewed by the Human Resource Department. The Human Resource Department will decide which candidates to interview and will contact the applicant directly if selected for an interview.
NOTE: Resumes/Applications are not kept on file. Each open position must be applied for separately with a new Resume/Application.
Address
Benton Harbor Housing Commission
721 Nate Wells Sr. Drive
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
925 Bus
250 E. Wall
301 Martin Luther King
OPEN POSITIONS
Property Manager: Deadline to apply August 17, 2026
Benton Harbor Housing Commission is the largest provider of affordable housing in the city of Benton Harbor. BHHC is looking for a self-starting leader to manage, motivate and build teamwork within their portfolio. This position requires continual contact with professional peers, staff, residents, clients, landlords, and outside community at large, the Property Manager must demonstrative effective written and oral communication skills. While working with senior members of the BHHC and other office administrative staff, the Property Manager must be able to work collaboratively in the development, revisions and implementation of all policies, procedures, programs and systems. View the full details by downloading the PDF.
OPEN POSITIONS
Leasing and Occupancy Specialist: Deadline to apply August 17, 2026
Benton Harbor Housing Commission is the largest provider of affordable housing in the city of Benton Harbor. BHHC is looking for a self-starting leader to motivate and build teamwork within their portfolio. The Leasing and Occupancy Specialist is responsible for implementing the BHHC’s leasing and occupancy policies and procedures in accordance with HUD, federal, local and other applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures. This position is responsible for managing the application process, waiting list, lease ups and annual re-certifications. The Leasing and Occupancy Specialist performs a variety of tasks related to the admission and occupancy of Public Housing low-income units. The specialist’s position may require flexibility in the areas of working between the BHHC’s central office and various other sites, work schedule, duties, and responsibilities. View the full details by downloading the PDF.
The Benton Harbor Housing Commission is looking for experienced Maintenance Workers for its Maintenance Department.
Applicants must have a valid driver’s license be able to pass a background and maintenance test, and have experience with plumbing, minor electrical, painting and door repair.
Closed Positions
Property Manager deadline to apply 10/3/2025
Benton Harbor Housing Commission (BHHC) is currently recruiting for a Public Housing Property Manager who will work primarily at our Harbor Tower location in Downtown Benton Harbor, MI. BHHC is looking for a self-starting leader to manage, motivate and build teamwork within their portfolio. Responsibilities will include directing and supervising staff, to include Property Specialists and maintenance staff. The individual selected for this position will ensure that the associated property is operated in an efficient, cost-effective manner while providing high- quality, well-maintained housing for residents and/or tenants. Benton Harbor Housing Commission is the largest provider of affordable housing in the city of Benton Harbor and a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing. View the full details by downloading the PDF.
Closed Positions
The Benton Harbor Housing Commission is currently accepting resume’s for it’s Public Housing Asset
Manager: AMP 1
Responsibilities Include: Performing, administrative, and management functions involved in property operations. Assists, confers with, and advises new residents on lease requirements and responsibilities. Leases vacant units to approved applicants. Manages and maintains a waiting list of prospective residents. Prepares rent roll controls on all move-ins, move-outs, rent changes, etc. Counsels tenants delinquent in rent payments and takes appropriate action. Investigates written and/or verbal tenant complaints and resolves them when possible refers others to Executive Director. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual HUD reports as applicable and assigned. Refers tenants having social problems to appropriate organizations. Establishes and maintains a good rapport with the public, fellow employees, residents, and other housing authorities.
Qualifications: Associates Degree or 2 years experience in housing management. Knowledge of
applicable HUD regulations. Knowledge of daily property management operations. Ability to become a
HUD approved Certified Housing Manager. (Within 1 Year) Computer Proficiency (word, excel) and
organizational skills. Knowledge of principles, policies, and procedures of public housing. Must possess a
valid Michigan Drivers License at all times. Must have a good driving record and reliable
transportation.possess a private drivers license ?
Closed Employment Opportunities
Public Housing AMP 2 Maintenance Department.
Requirements:
Desired applicants must:
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Be able to pass a drug test
- Be able to pass a written and clinical Maintenance test
- Be able to work every other weekend
Applications can be picked up at the Benton Harbor Housing Commission Administrative Office 721 Nate Wells Sr. Dr. Benton Harbor, MI 49022
The Benton Harbor Housing Commission is currently accepting resume’s for it’s Public Housing Asset Manager: AMP 1
Qualifications: Associates Degree or 3 to 5 years experience in housing management. Knowledge of applicable HUD regulations. Knowledge of daily property management operations. Ability to become a HUD approved Certified Housing Manager. (Within 1 Year) Computer Proficiency (word, excel) and organizational skills. Knowledge of principles, policies, and procedures of public housing. Must possess a valid Michigan Drivers License at all times. Must have a good driving record and reliable transportation.
Responsibilities Include: Performing, administrative, and management functions involved in property operations. Assists, confers with, and advises new residents on lease requirements and responsibilities. Leases vacant units to approved applicants. Manages and maintains a waiting list of prospective residents. Prepares rent roll controls on all move-ins, move-outs, rent changes, etc. Counsels tenants delinquent in rent payments and takes appropriate action. Investigates written and/or verbal tenant complaints and resolves them when possible refers others to Executive Director. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual HUD reports as applicable and assigned. Refers tenants having social problems to appropriate organizations. Establishes and maintains a good rapport with the public, fellow employees, residents, and other housing authorities.
The Benton Harbor Housing Commission is currently accepting resume’s for it’s Housing Choice Voucher Program: Coordinator
Qualifications: Associates Degree or 3 to 5 years experience in housing management or Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). Knowledge of applicable HUD regulations. Ability to obtain a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Specialist Certification. (Within 1 Year) Computer Proficiency (word, excel) and organizational skills. Must possess a valid Michigan Drivers License at all times. Must have a good driving record and reliable transportation.
Achieve a high level of competency of HUD programs pertaining to the Housing Choice Voucher Programs as well as be able to analyze problems, develop alternatives and implement effective strategies for the overall benefit of the commission’s housing programs. Achieve high level of proficiency with PC’s and automatic operating systems. Monitor the daily, weekly and monthly operations of a Housing Choice Voucher Program with duties to include, but not limited to, preparing and send rent/Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) to landlords, participant documentation functions, bookkeeping, perform annual re-certification and annual Housing Quality Standard (HQS) inspections, responding to and solving problems between resident and landlords, help prepare annual budget and weekly and monthly reports needed and required for the efficient operation of the program.
Closed April 5, 2012
Important Phone Numbers
The Benton Harbor Housing Commission now has a dedicated Complaint Line
You can voice your concerns by calling
(269) 927-1741
Police or Fire Emergency
****911*****
City of Benton Harbor
(269) 927-8400
Benton Harbor Area Schools
(269) 605-1000
Benton Harbor Library
(269) 926-6139
Benton Harbor
Water Department
(269) 934-7638
Michigan Gas Utilities
(800) 401-6402
Berrien County Health Department
(269) 926-7121
Lakeland Medical Center
(269)983-8300
Department of Human Services
(269) 934-2000
Social Security Administration
(269) 926-1856
Southwest Community Action Agency
(269) 925-9077
Salvation Army
(269) 927-0400
Indiana Michigan Power
(800) 311-6424