Temporary Student Intern - Birch Creek (Kent) at King County Housing Authority in Kent, WA | USD21-27 | Kablio

Role

Description

document upload

equipment operation

file scanning

customer service

online application

phone answering

Upload a cover letter that addresses how your experience and education qualifies you to perform the essential functions listed in the job announcement. (Cover Letter)
Upload a detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
Operate standard office equipment, such as a personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.
Perform routine filing, scanning and proofreading documents.
Provide polite customer service to residents, staff and the community.
Complete the online application profile in its entirety.
Answer phones and direct callers to appropriate staff or department; answer basic questions.

Requirements

recent graduate

business

social work

word processing

spreadsheets

customer service

Work effectively and positively with individuals of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and educationally diverse populations; values diversity; treats other with respect.
Consent to and pass required assessments.
Current student or recent graduate from a college/university program in Business, Social Work, or related field.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment exhibiting a strong work ethic and accountability in completing work.
Basic experience with word processing and spreadsheet software.
Consent to and pass criminal records background check.
Word processing, data entry, spreadsheet preparation, run reports, enter and look up information in databases.
Recent High School graduate OR
Strong organizational skills including prioritizing, keeping track of information or work in progress, ensuring accuracy, multi-tasking, attention to detail, time management skills, and handling interruptions appropriately.
Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with individuals and groups.
Clerical and/or customer service experience.
Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to place a high priority on professional excellence; manage stress appropriately.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

consent to and pass required assessments.
consent to and pass criminal records background check.

Company

Overview

155+ Properties

Properties Operated

Operates across 37 cities, including public housing and tax-credit rentals.

12,700 Units

Total Units Available

Includes a mix of public housing and tax-credit rental properties.

14k Vouchers

Housing Choice Vouchers Administered

Supports private-market rentals through the Section 8 program.

5-Member Board

Volunteer Board Members

Appointed by the County Executive and Council to guide operations.

Operates a mobile-home community for low-income seniors, among its more unique offerings.
Projects feature mixed-income, transit-linked design, green building, community spaces, and onsite services.
Major developments include Greenbridge, Seola Gardens, and Birch Creek—often redeveloping older sites.

Culture + Values

50% reduction

Garbage Volume Reduction

Implemented recycling education programs since 2010 to significantly decrease household waste.

40% less water

Water Usage Reduction

Installed WaterSense fixtures that exceed code requirements, cutting water use by over 40%.

Work with residents and staff to save water and energy, reduce solid and hazardous waste, and purchase products made with recycled materials and fewer hazardous chemicals.
Employee-led Green Team raises staff awareness of good environmental practices through activities such as local food potlucks, Earth Day clean-ups, efficient driving campaigns, and waste reduction initiatives.
Limit negative impacts on the environment in development projects and building upgrades, using energy-efficient construction and resource-saving features.

Environment + Sustainability

40% Water Reduction

WaterSense Plumbing

Installed WaterSense-rated plumbing fixtures, achieving a 40% reduction in water use and saving nearly $1 million.

$20M in Energy Upgrades

Energy Performance Contracts

Implemented Energy Performance Contracts across 38 communities, generating $20 million in energy and water upgrades.

50% Waste Reduction

Recycling Program

Recycling program education since 2010 led to a 50% decrease in property garbage volumes.

3-4 Star Certifications

Green Building Ratings

Achieved EnergyStar lighting/roofing and built-green certifications across properties.

Generating $50.4 million in HUD utility subsidy incentives over 20 years.
10% EUI reduction and 20% water use intensity reduction in pilot properties.
Implemented on-site yard waste collection and composting across properties and three communities.
Adopted biofiltration swales, solar panels (including pre-heating water), insulation beyond code, and EnergyStar certifications.
2022–2026 Sustainability Action Plan includes targets: 10% water reduction, 10% EUI reduction, 5% GHG reduction, 100% renewables, 55% waste diversion, and 31% alternative-fuel fleet.

Inclusion & Diversity

Green Team activities include staff awareness programs but no DEI specifics publicly stated.
No gender-related statistics or DEI strategy data found in publicly available sources.

Articles

Resident Services

Housing Programs

Weatherization Services

KCHA Housing Search

Moving to Work (MTW) Plan

Reddit: Emergency Housing Voucher Success

Role

Description

document upload

equipment operation

file scanning

customer service

online application

phone answering

Upload a cover letter that addresses how your experience and education qualifies you to perform the essential functions listed in the job announcement. (Cover Letter)
Upload a detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
Operate standard office equipment, such as a personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.
Perform routine filing, scanning and proofreading documents.
Provide polite customer service to residents, staff and the community.
Complete the online application profile in its entirety.
Answer phones and direct callers to appropriate staff or department; answer basic questions.

Requirements

recent graduate

business

social work

word processing

spreadsheets

customer service

Work effectively and positively with individuals of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and educationally diverse populations; values diversity; treats other with respect.
Consent to and pass required assessments.
Current student or recent graduate from a college/university program in Business, Social Work, or related field.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment exhibiting a strong work ethic and accountability in completing work.
Basic experience with word processing and spreadsheet software.
Consent to and pass criminal records background check.
Word processing, data entry, spreadsheet preparation, run reports, enter and look up information in databases.
Recent High School graduate OR
Strong organizational skills including prioritizing, keeping track of information or work in progress, ensuring accuracy, multi-tasking, attention to detail, time management skills, and handling interruptions appropriately.
Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with individuals and groups.
Clerical and/or customer service experience.
Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to place a high priority on professional excellence; manage stress appropriately.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

consent to and pass required assessments.
consent to and pass criminal records background check.

Company

Overview

155+ Properties

Properties Operated

Operates across 37 cities, including public housing and tax-credit rentals.

12,700 Units

Total Units Available

Includes a mix of public housing and tax-credit rental properties.

14k Vouchers

Housing Choice Vouchers Administered

Supports private-market rentals through the Section 8 program.

5-Member Board

Volunteer Board Members

Appointed by the County Executive and Council to guide operations.

Operates a mobile-home community for low-income seniors, among its more unique offerings.
Projects feature mixed-income, transit-linked design, green building, community spaces, and onsite services.
Major developments include Greenbridge, Seola Gardens, and Birch Creek—often redeveloping older sites.

Culture + Values

50% reduction

Garbage Volume Reduction

Implemented recycling education programs since 2010 to significantly decrease household waste.

40% less water

Water Usage Reduction

Installed WaterSense fixtures that exceed code requirements, cutting water use by over 40%.

Work with residents and staff to save water and energy, reduce solid and hazardous waste, and purchase products made with recycled materials and fewer hazardous chemicals.
Employee-led Green Team raises staff awareness of good environmental practices through activities such as local food potlucks, Earth Day clean-ups, efficient driving campaigns, and waste reduction initiatives.
Limit negative impacts on the environment in development projects and building upgrades, using energy-efficient construction and resource-saving features.

Environment + Sustainability

40% Water Reduction

WaterSense Plumbing

Installed WaterSense-rated plumbing fixtures, achieving a 40% reduction in water use and saving nearly $1 million.

$20M in Energy Upgrades

Energy Performance Contracts

Implemented Energy Performance Contracts across 38 communities, generating $20 million in energy and water upgrades.

50% Waste Reduction

Recycling Program

Recycling program education since 2010 led to a 50% decrease in property garbage volumes.

3-4 Star Certifications

Green Building Ratings

Achieved EnergyStar lighting/roofing and built-green certifications across properties.

Generating $50.4 million in HUD utility subsidy incentives over 20 years.
10% EUI reduction and 20% water use intensity reduction in pilot properties.
Implemented on-site yard waste collection and composting across properties and three communities.
Adopted biofiltration swales, solar panels (including pre-heating water), insulation beyond code, and EnergyStar certifications.
2022–2026 Sustainability Action Plan includes targets: 10% water reduction, 10% EUI reduction, 5% GHG reduction, 100% renewables, 55% waste diversion, and 31% alternative-fuel fleet.

Inclusion & Diversity

Green Team activities include staff awareness programs but no DEI specifics publicly stated.
No gender-related statistics or DEI strategy data found in publicly available sources.

Articles

Resident Services

Housing Programs

Weatherization Services

KCHA Housing Search

Moving to Work (MTW) Plan

Reddit: Emergency Housing Voucher Success