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Why Work for a Housing Authority?

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A housing authority is the local administrative agency for housing assistance programs funded by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Large cities have their own housing authority, and smaller towns are served by a county authority. All authorities provide rental housing or rental assistance to low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

If you’re passionate about helping individuals flourish within their communities by providing affordable and future-proof homes, ensuring they remain safe, and empowering them to thrive more confidently, a job at LCHA might be just what you’re seeking!

As an employee of LCHA, you can take advantage of the following benefits:

LCHA Job Benefits

Lancaster City Housing Authority (LCHA) is committed to employing high-caliber, dedicated staff to serve the public housing needs of the city’s residents.

LCHA offers a work environment where staff can grow and contribute to the mission of providing safe and sanitary housing for all residents with low to moderate income. As an employee of LCHA, you can take advantage of a full range of competitive benefits which include but are not limited to:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Optional life and AD&D coverage for employees and dependents
  • Employee Assistance Program at no cost
  • Money Purchase Plan – LCHA contributes 6% of annual income after 6 months of employment
  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Job-specific training opportunities
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
  • Competitive Paid Time Off Policy
  • Major Sick Leave

Please check our Careers page to see if there’s a job opening that fits your unique personality and skills!


*Note: Lancaster City Housing Authority (LCHA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks and any other applicable pre-employment requirements. Job postings are subject to change or removal at any time without prior notice. LCHA reserves the right to modify the hiring process as needed.

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