Employment Opportunities

Applications for open positions will be accepted and may be sent to lhaemploy@lexha.org. A printable application is available by clicking the link at the bottom of the page.

Applications or resumes may be sent to lhaemploy@lexha.org. A post-offer, pre-employment background, physical and drug screen will be required.

Resident Services Coordinator

Organized and service-oriented individual needed to plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of community services to elderly residents of a large, independent living community in downtown Lexington.  The ideal candidate will possess skills in negotiating and developing partnerships with local community development agencies and businesses, along with experience in general case management.  Work will involve coordinating aging-in-place home management, referrals for assistance to residents in job placement, healthcare, substance abuse recovery, legal, transportation, family crisis and home management services.  Ability to monitor and manage multiple programs and budgets funded by public and private agencies, as well as speak with individuals and groups during presentations and meetings.  Must meet periodic reporting deadlines as well as initial and annual training requirements of the position. 

A Master’s in Social Work degree and or a state license to practice clinical social work is preferred.  Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology, Counseling or related field with two (2) years’ experience in related area is required.  Related training and or equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered. 

The salary range starts at $45,200.00/yr. with an excellent benefits package, including paid health, dental, vision and life insurance, and pension as well as other retirement savings opportunities.

The candidate hired will receive a bonus of $750.00 upon completion of six months’ employment, with an additional $750.00 to be paid after one full year of employment.

Maintenance Service Technician I

Maintenance service technician needed to perform a variety of non-skilled general maintenance, repair and construction tasks including but not limited to assisting with Unit Make-Ready duties.

Performs daily tasks involving unit clean outs, disconnects and clean appliances, performs grounds care and maintenance, performs minor repairs, utilizing a wide range of tools. Requirements include skill in use of common hand tools, ability to follow oral and written communications, and to communicate in writing. Must perform moderately heavy manual work. A proven ability to maintain working relationships with clients and employees is required. You must possess a valid Kentucky driver’s license. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, with experience in building maintenance work.

The salary range starts at $37,250.00.00/yr. or $17.91/hr. with an excellent benefits package, including paid health, dental, vision and life insurance and pension, as well as retirement savings opportunities.

The candidate hired will receive a bonus of $750.00 upon completion of six months’ employment, with an additional $750.00 to be paid after one full year of employment.

Lexington Housing Authority

300 W. New Circle Road

Lexington, KY 40505

(859) 281-5061

An application or resume’ is required for consideration for a possible interview for any open position. Due to the number of applicants we receive our practice is to contact only the most qualified applicants during the hiring process. We do not maintain any employment applications or resume for positions that may become vacant at a later time.