How to Apply for Job Openings

Some job openings require only a résumé, however, other openings may require an official application or supplemental form.  Please check the job announcement to confirm if any official application or other supplemental forms are required.  If so, you may obtain the required forms by...

• Website Download:  Just click on the link at the end of the job announcement to download a packet to your computer.
   
• In Person: Come to our office Monday - Friday (except Holidays) between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM: 

Seattle Housing Authority
Job Application Self Service Center - First Floor Lobby
120 Sixth Avenue North
P.O. Box 19028
Seattle, WA 98109 -1028 

Click here for directions to our office.

Submitting Your Application Materials

Please return your completed application materials so they are received in our office before the filing deadline.   You may submit your materials by...

• US Mail:  Mail to the above address so they are received before any filing deadline
• In Person:  Stop by our office at the above address
• Email:  Résumés may be emailed in accordance with the job announcement, and application materials requiring valid signatures may be sent as .pdf attachments
• Fax: 206-615-3398

NOTE:  Incomplete, unsigned or late materials may not receive full consideration. 

Frequently asked questions

What happens after I send in my employment application?
Applications will be evaluated and candidates whose application materials reflect the strongest combination of qualifications may be contacted for interviews.  References and appropriate background checks will be conducted on the top finalists.

Will I hear back from you?
Only those candidates whose application materials reflect the strongest combination of qualifications may be contacted. If you do not hear back from us within four to six weeks, you may assume that the position has been successfully filled.

How do I update information I've already sent in?
If you need to update any information on your application after it has been sent to us, please put the new information in writing and send it to Human Resources, or e-mail us at HumanResources@seattlehousing.org.

How do I request a disability accommodation?
Please let us know if you require any disability accommodations; just call us at 206-615-3323 or TDD: 1-800-545-1833 on regular work days between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM (except Holidays). You may also e-mail us at HumanResources@seattlehousing.org. If possible, please give us 24 hours advance notice to accommodate your request.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at the Seattle Housing Authority.