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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

  • Performing intake and investigation of housing discrimination complaints in the areas of rental housing, real estate sales, mortgage lending, and homeowners insurance;
  • Advocating for people with disabilities to assist them in obtaining reasonable accommodations and/or modifications in housing, including drafting requests and conducting mediation/conciliation efforts;
  • Interviewing witnesses, gathering documentation, inspecting non-compliance issues, and performing other investigative tasks;
  • Performing case management and all functions related to such including consultations with attorneys and referrals to enforcement agencies;
  • Designing, implementing, and analyzing research or investigative projects to determine the level and extent of housing discrimination occurring in target areas;
  • Working with Executive Director to prepare cases for HUD enforcement actions, referrals to attorneys, or lawsuits;
  • Counseling housing consumers about their fair housing rights;
  • Assisting in the organization and presentation of the Council’s education and outreach activities and media publicity;
  • Preparing reports on fair housing activities for grant reporting or as needed;
  • Working with diverse individuals or groups who are alleged victims of discrimination.
  • And all other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any social science or related field preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Previous experience in social work, legal services, or civil rights preferred.
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Must be detailed oriented and able to follow procedures and protocols exactly.
  • Excellent organization and communication skills.
  • Reliable transportation.

BENEFITS:

  • Employer pays 100% of employee's health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision).
  • Employees receive paid sick leave and vacation leave.
  • Employees receive holiday pay on 14 observed holidays plus 4 additional holiday office closure dates between Christmas Day & New Year’s Day.
  • Employees have the ability to establish a flexible 40-hour work week.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  Friday, December 19, 2025

HOW TO APPLY: 

  • Interested individuals should submit their resume, name & contact info for three (3) references, and cover letter.

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES:

  • If you need a reasonable accommodation--appropriate change or adjustment--with regard to this application process due to your disability, please submit your request to the Fair Housing Council either verbally at (210) 733-3247 or in writing via email to info@fairhousingtx.org

Fair Housing Council of Greater San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.