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Workforce Development and Section 3 Employment JCHA has a full-time Workforce Development Coordinator who designs and facilitates programs to improve resident access to workforce training and employment opportunities. The coordinator can support residents in obtaining degrees or certifications, registering for short- or long-term training opportunities, writing resumes, conducting job searches, and preparing for interviews. Sign up here to share your career development needs and join JCHA’s biweekly workforce email blast. The coordinator also promotes hiring of JCHA residents by contractors for work done on JCHA properties to meet federal Section 3 requirements. Such jobs range from skilled trades and laborers to security and administrative/support staff, and employment periods range from a few weeks or months to full-time employment. JCHA has a highly successful track record of meeting or exceeding Section 3 employment compliance; promoting, recruiting, and monitoring employment of JCHA residents and low-income Jersey City residents on HUD-funded development projects city-wide. Fill out our interest form to be considered for these opportunities and have a sample resume developed. For an up-to-date list of upcoming job fairs and opportunities, click here . Resources: For all JCHA Workforce Support resources, Click here Jersey City Area Career Training and Workforce Development Resource Guide Jersey City Area Programs for Young Adults JCHA Digital Training Pathway One Stop Career Services Form Contact Us: Residents & Housing Choice Voucher participants interested in career development, workforce training opportunities, and employment can contact JCHA’s Workforce Development Coordinator directly: Michael Strom Email: mstrom@jcha.us Call: 201-706-4622 Text: 973-979-5064

Public Housing Documents & Forms Download Now 2026 Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP) Download Lease &Addenda Download Non-Public Housing Over-Income (NPHOI) Download PIH Tenant Flyer on the Eviction Moratorium Download Request for Information Download JCHA Reasonable Accommodation or Physical Modification Family Request Fillable Download JCHA Verification of Need for Reasonable Accommodation Fillable Download 5380 English Occupancy Rights VAWA 2025 Download 5382 English Certification of Domestic Violence 2025 Download 5383 English Emergency Transfer Request 2025 Download

Community Information The Jersey City Housing Authority has in its portfolio: 5 conventional public housing developments (Marion Gardens, Booker T. Washington, Hudson Gardens, Holland Gardens, and Curries Woods) 2 non-federal affordable housing developments (254 Bergen Avenue and Arlington Gardens) 2 elderly/disabled developments (Berry Gardens and Thomas J. Stewart Apartments) 9 privately managed HOPE VI developments (Lafayette Village, Lafayette Sr. Living Center, Pacific Court, Woodward Terrace, Gloria Robinson Court Homes, Barbara Place Terrace, OceanPointe East & West, Glennview Townhouses, Mill Creek Gardens) Since 2013, all of JCHA's properties are smoke free. Sites Summary Package Download Site Maps Package Download Public Housing Marion Gardens Site Summary Booker T. Washington Site Summary Hudson Gardens Site Summary Holland Gardens Site Summary Curries Woods Site Summary Berry Gardens Site Summary 254 Bergen Ave Arlington Gardens Dwight Street Homes Site Summary Thomas J. Stewart Site Summary WEBB Apartments Site Summary Tax Credit Sites Lafayette Village AMP 12 Site Summary Lafayette Senior Living Center AMP 13 Site Summary Pacific Court AMP 14 Site Summary Woodward Terrace AMP 15 Site Summary Gloria Robinson Court Homes I & II AMP 17 & 19 Site Summary Barbara Place Terrace AMP 18 Site Summary Ocean Pointe East & West AMP 20 Site Summary Glennview Townhouses I AMP 21 Site Summary Gloria Robinson Court Homes III AMP 22 Site Summary Glennview Townhouses II AMP 23 Site Summary Gloria Robinson Court Homes IV AMP 24 Site Summary Glennview West AMP 25 Site Summary Mill Creek Gardens AMP 26 Site Summary Catherine Todd Senior Living Center Site Summary

JCHA COVID-19 Operational Frequently Asked Questions (Last Updated 2/3/2021) QUESTIONS: 1. Do I still need to pay my rent ? 2. What do I do if I have lost income ? 3. My recertification packet is due. How can I submit documents while JCHA’s office are closed to visitors? 4. How can I submit payments/documents and obtain proof they were received? 5. I am currently on a repayment agreement ; do I still have to make my monthly payments? 6. I was selected from the waiting list or I am in the eligibility process: how can I submit required documents? 7. Can I get an HCVP voucher extension? 8. What happens to my Informal Review/Informal Hearing appointment? 9. I received a Proposed Termination Notice ; how can I request a hearing? 10. Is JCHA still processing evictions ? 11. Is JCHA charging late fees ? 12. What do I do if I am behind on rent? (NEW) 13. Will maintenance staff address my work order request? 14. Do I need to wear a face covering/mask ? 15. When will my annual unit inspection occur ? 16. When will re-inspection of repairs to my unit occur? 17. Will move-out extensions be granted to HCVP tenants whose move-out process is delayed due to the state of emergency? 18. Is utility assistance available? 19. I am having food or other necessities delivered to me at a public housing site. Can people making deliveries park on site ? QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS: 1. Do I still need to pay my rent ? Yes, all JCHA residents must continue to pay rent. If you are a public housing resident or a Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) participant and your rental assistance is based on your income, you must continue to pay your rent/rental portion unless there are changes in your household income. If you or a household member have lost income recently due to COVID-19 or other factors, please contact your Site Manager or HCVP Housing Specialist for a possible rental adjustment as set forth below in Question 2 of this FAQ. If you have fallen behind on rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic, please see Question 12 of this FAQ for information about requesting a repayment agreement. 2. What do I do if I have lost income as a result of COVID-19 ? For public housing residents and HCVP participants, residential evictions due to nonpayment have been halted until July 27, 2020, during the state of emergency related to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Residents and HCVP recipients should immediately report decreases in income to their Site Manager or HCVP Housing Specialist. Households who have lost income related to COVID-19 (e.g., inability to work due to illness, or to school or job site closures) should submit a request in writing for interim recertification (the process for evaluating whether a resident is eligible for a reduction in rent). If the income reduction is significant enough, a household may qualify to pay minimum rent. Households who are already paying minimum rent, or cannot afford to pay the minimum rent, can file for a hardship exemption. Requests for interim recertification and/or hardship exemptions should be mailed/emailed to your Site Manager or HCVP Housing Specialist. Requests can also be dropped in the rent collection box at the Site Manager's office or in the drop-off mail slot at the JCHA main office. Office staff will call or email you to follow up. (See below a JCHA staff/site directory.) If your family has experienced a loss or major reduction in income, you must provide verification of that change. Verifications include separation notices, letter from employers and/or pay stubs. Please be aware that you must continue to report income changes, as outlined in the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP; see 12.10, “Interim Recertifications”) and Administrative Plan for HCVP (see Chapter 13 “Re-Certifications” Sec. D). If you are unable to provide the suggested documents, the JCHA will accept a self-certification. Please note that your rent is based on your income and, therefore, you must continue to pay your rent. Lastly, as a reminder, families who have opted to pay the Flat Rent may request to have a reexamination and return to the Formula-Based Method at any time for any of the following reasons: The family’s income has decreased. The family’s income has decreased. The family’s circumstances have changed, increasing their expenses for childcare, medical care, etc. Other circumstances creating a hardship on the family such that the Formula Method would be more financially feasible for the family. 3. My recertification packet is due . How can I submit documents while JCHA’s office are closed to visitors? Documents may still be submitted to JCHA by mail or email during this time. There are also mail slots at each Public Housing development and at JCHA’s main office. See the last page of this document for a complete list of email and mailing addresses for JCHA Site Managers and HCVP Housing Specialists. We may provide extensions on the receipt of documents, if requested. Call your Site Manager, HCVP Housing Specialist, or the JCHA main office with questions: 201-706-4600. 4. How can I submit payments/documents and obtain proof they were received ? Public housing residents can submit payments/documents via mail or email to the site manager or drop them off in the mail slot on site. HCVP recipients can submit payments/documents via mail or email to their HCVP Housing Specialist or drop them off in the mail slot at the main office. HCVP repayment agreement money orders should be sent to “Attn: Ashly Hospital.” Receipts will not be provided at this time. Confirmation that JCHA staff have received your check, money order, or recertification documents will be provided via phone or email within 2-3 business days. Prior to submission, you may take a picture of the check, money order, and/or documents. 5. I am currently on a repayment agreement; do I still have to make my monthly payments ? Unless you have lost income due to COVID-19 (i.e., you are unable to work due to illness or school/work site closures), you should continue to make payments per your repayment agreement. If your income is reduced due to COVID-19 and you are unable to make payments, please contact your Site Manager or HCVP Housing Specialist to discuss your repayment agreement as soon as possible. 6. I was selected from the waiting list or I am in the eligibility process; how can I submit required documents ? Documents may still be submitted to JCHA by mail or email during this time: Mail : Jersey City Housing Authority 400 US Hwy 1, Marion Gardens (Bldg 7) Attn: Applicant Selection Dept. Jersey City, NJ 07306 Email : applicantselection@jcha.us JCHA may provide extensions on the receipt of documents, if requested. Call Applicant Selection at 201-706-4646 with questions. 7. Can I get an HCVP voucher extension ? Please submit a voucher extension request form. You can request a form from your assigned Housing Specialist or find one on our website: https://jerseycityha.org/hcvp-documents-%26-forms . Completion of the form does NOT signify or guarantee approval. 8. What happens to my Informal Review/Informal Hearing appointment ? All Informal Review/Informal Hearing appointments made prior to the start of the pandemic were postponed and have been rescheduled. As of June 2020, JCHA is conducting informal reviews and hearings via telephone or videoconference. 9. I received a Proposed Termination Notice; how can I request a hearin g? You can submit a written request for a hearing to your Site Manager or HCVP Housing Specialist via email, mail, or the drop off mail slots at JCHA’s main office or site management offices. Please visit JCHA’s staff directory page here . 10. Is JCHA still processing evictions ? On March 19, 2020, Governor Murphy issued Executive Order 106, which implemented a ban on all residential evictions due to the Public Health Emergency created by COVID-19. That ban will remain in effect until 60 days after the Public Health Emergency has ended. The ban is currently set to expire on April 18, 2021, unless another 30-day extension is issued. (For more information on Executive Order 106 and the state’s eviction moratorium, please go to the website at https://covid19.nj.gov/search.html?query=eviction+moratorium . As of September 4, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) temporarily halted evictions for nonpayment of rent through January 31, 2021 by Executive Order of the President. As of January 29, 2021, this order has been extended through March 31, 2021. Throughout the state of emergency, JCHA has been monitoring other lease violations, including incidents involving drug or criminal activity, that directly impact the health and safety of residents. Eviction filings will continue as permitted by federal and state laws, For information and guidance related to eviction prevention, HUD’s “Eviction Prevention and Stability Toolkit” may be found here: https://www.hud.gov/sites/dfiles/PIH/documents/Attachment2_TenantBrochure.pdf . 11. Will JCHA start charging late fees when the moratorium on evictions is ove r? The JCHA will not resume charging late fees to its public housing residents until further notice. 12. What do I do if I am behind on rent ? As per the lease and JCHA policy, public housing residents continue to be responsible for paying their rent and notifying JCHA of changes in income. As of February 2021, JCHA will offer repayment agreements to any resident who has fallen behind on rent. Residents should speak with their site managers to request a repayment agreement. The COVID-19 Repayment Agreement Policy can be found in the LIPH Interim Policies on the JCHA website . 13. Will maintenance staff address my work order request ? As of December 2, 2020, maintenance staff at JCHA’s public housing sites will suspend all non-emergency work orders. Only emergency work orders will be done until further notice. Prior to addressing any work order, residents will be asked a series of screening questions to assess the presence or risk of COVID-19 in the household, such as: Are you or anyone in your household experiencing upper respiratory symptoms, fever, difficulty breathing and/or coughing? Have you or anyone in your household come in contact with anyone who has been confirmed to have COVID-19 in the last 14 days? If COVID-19 is confirmed or suspected to be present, the resident and all household members will be asked to remain in a separate room or other location while JCHA staff are in the unit. The household will also be asked to open windows if feasible while work is done to increase ventilation in the unit and reduce the presence of airborne virus particles. All household members will be required to wear face coverings or masks while JCHA staff are in the unit. If the face coverings/masks are removed, JCHA staff will cease work. If a resident does not have a face covering/mask, the JCHA will provide members of the household with masks in order to address work orders. Young children who are unable to wear a face covering/mask must stay in a separate room or location while JCHA staff is in the unit. Household members must also maintain social distancing (minimum 6 feet) from JCHA staff while work is being conducted. 14. Do I need to wear a face covering/mask ? Residents, applicants, vendors, and members of the public are required to wear face coverings/masks when interacting with or receiving services from JCHA staff, including when unit inspections or work orders are conducted. To protect and safeguard the health of JCHA residents, staff, vendors and the public, face coverings/masks must be worn by all parties during any in-person interaction. JCHA staff have been instructed to cease work activities/services if someone they are interacting with removes their face covering/mask. 15. When will my annual unit inspection occu r? Unit inspections for public housing residents will resume as of July 13, 2020. These will be conducted in-person by your site manager. Prior to then inspection, residents will be asked a series of screening questions to assess the presence or risk of COVID-19 in the household. If COVID-19 is confirmed or suspected, the inspection will be postponed for at least 14 days, at which time the household will be rescreened. For HCVP participants, JCHA is conducting biennial inspections and, therefore, your inspection may not need to be conducted this year. Until further notice, all inspections will be conducted via a virtual platform. In instances where this is not possible, our Inspectors will provide information about alternatives. The Inspections Team can be reached via phone or email as follows: Kurt Harris: 201-706-4728, kharris@jcha.us Jose Ortiz: 201-706-4726, jortiz@jcha.us Tony Persaud: 201-706-4662, tpersaud@jcha.us 16. When will re-inspection of repairs to my unit occur ? JCHA is allowing HCVP landlords to self-certify repairs at this time. Landlords must submit a clear, date-stamped, digital photo of the duly cited failed item(s) on or before the scheduled re-inspection date. If necessary, the Inspections Team will follow-up and review the repairs later. If a landlord is having difficulty procuring repairs, please contact an Inspector to request an extension. The extension must be requested prior to the scheduled inspection date. 17. Will move-out extensions be granted to HCVP tenants whose move-out process is delayed due to the state of emergency ? In most cases, JCHA can provide extensions to families who are unable to move at this time due to government restrictions (i.e., social distancing requirements of local, state, and/or federal government) or other impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic (e.g., illness, underlying medical conditions that necessitate self-isolation as recommended by a medical professional, loss of job or childcare, etc.). If a family has an upcoming move-out date and COVID-19 has impeded them from moving, the family should contact the assigned Housing Specialist. We will follow our normal process by extending the contract if agreed to by both the participant and landlord. The agreement MUST be in writing. In most cases, the Mutual Termination of Agreement form will need to be completed and a new proposed move out date identified. 18. Is utility assistance available ? Governor Murphy has asked utilities providers not to shut-off services due to nonpayment during this difficult time. Presently, both PSE&G and the Jersey City Municipal Utilities Authority have announced they will not shut off services due to nonpayment. For more information, visit their websites directly: https://nj.pseg.com/ and https://www.jcmua.com/covid-19 . For information on the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) visit http://pacoagency.org/heap/ . 19. I am having food or other necessities delivered to me at a public housing site. Can people making deliveries park on site ? Due to social distancing restrictions, JCHA recognizes the need for increased car traffic on public housing sites as deliveries are made. However, parking regulations remain in effect. Those without a permit to park may only park on-site to make deliveries for a brief amount of time (10-20 minutes at most).

Housing Choice Voucher Program Formerly known as Section 8 HCVP Overview The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) is designed to assist eligible low-income families and individuals pay rent in the private market and move towards economic self-sufficiency. Click here for general information about the Housing Choice Voucher Program from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Jersey City Housing Authority's HCVP Program Application List is currently closed. Program Overview The JCHA currently assists over 5,000 families, senior citizens and persons with disabilities under the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Section 8 Rental Assistance Program (Housing Choice Vouchers). This Program provides financial assistance to eligible households who rent apartments in the private rental housing market (i.e. the subsidy is tenant-based and moves with the family). The rent subsidy amount (provided directly to the property owner) in Housing Choice Voucher Programs is based on the difference between the tenant rent portion calculated at 30% of their monthly adjusted income and the actual reasonable rent in the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Effective January 1, 2025, the JCHA will begin applying Small Area FMR’s. https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/fmr.html The JCHA currently has an allocation of over 5,000 Housing Choice Vouchers which includes the following special purpose programs: Family Unification Program (FUP) Non-Elderly Persons with Disabilities Program (NEDP) Veteran's Affair Supported Housing (VASH) Enhanced Vouchers Project Based Vouchers Mainstream Housing Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Program Continuum of Care Program Project Based Assistance The JCHA currently administers Project-Based Assistance (i.e. rental assistance is tied to the unit) to expand affordable housing. Portability Option The portability option allows Section 8 applicants and participants to use their Section 8 Vouchers outside of Jersey City (i.e. anywhere in the United States, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands where there is a PHA that can administer the Voucher). For more information or if interested please contact Section 8 Office via Email: ports@jcha.us via Phone: (201)706-4677/4678 You can also find more information at: HUD: Office of Housing Choice Vouchers Program Eligibility and Applicant Selection Policy The Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act (QHWRA) permanently repealed federal preferences and allows PHAs to implement local preferences. The JCHA's Strategic Goal 2000, specifically for the Rental Assistance Program and Good Neighbor Policy, is to ensure that housing assistance preferences and related support is given to senior citizens and families who are working toward self-sufficiency through employment, training, and/or education initiatives and to maximize serving the greatest number of eligible and responsible families and senior citizens with available housing assistance. To forward this objective, the JCHA has designed a system of Local Preferences that provide priority to eligible senior citizens and families who are engaged in self-sufficiency training, or who have achieved actual employment, or have been displaced by HOPE VI related activities, and which ensures that the rental assistance provided promotes broader economic diversity and is consistent with the local housing needs as identified in the City's Consolidated Plan as follows: JCHA Families displaced as a result of Modernization / Revitalization by JCHA or City Redevelopment activities. JCHA Resident / Witness Victims of criminal and drug related activity and domestic violence residing in JCHA public or affordable housing programs and graduates from HUD approved Transitional Housing Programs. Jersey City Residents who are Veterans and whose income is within the Income Target Mix After selecting applicants for these highest three local preferences, the remaining Vouchers are issued as follows: Working Family Preference (75%) Working families who have a housing need Other working families Family Preference (25%) Families who have a housing need Other families Within these Local Preferences, applicants will be selected as follows: Jersey City Residents Veterans Single elderly and/or persons with disabilities https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/il.html The JCHA waiting list exceeds 8,000 applicants. The annual turnover rate is approximately 200 Vouchers (due in large part to the deaths of elderly participants, terminations of assistance because of lease violations and participants being absorbed by other Housing Authorities); the approximately waiting time to receive a Voucher (without one of the highest local preference) is 5-10 years. Because of this lengthy wait time, the JCHA closed its Section 8 Program waiting list in 2017 and no new applications are being accepted (an exception is made for applicants who are displaced by JCHA and City Redevelopment activities and graduates of Transitional Housing Programs and for set-aside Programs, i.e. Mainstream, Family Unification Program. The JCHA has reduced the waiting list from over 15,000 applicants to the current 8,000 due to aggressive lease-up efforts. In order to achieve maximum lease-up, the JCHA must perform numerous hours of administrative work per applicant. The HCVP staff completes a thorough case management process with each applicant that includes written correspondence, telephone conversations and face-to-face interviews. All applicants are screened and subject to background checks. In order to accommodate the schedules of working families, the Leasing Specialists have also offered applicants the opportunity to attend briefings and obtain their vouchers on Saturdays. Each case requires administrative and staff expenses, however, the HCVP Program only receives funding from HUD for the applicants that are successful in their lease-up. Due to the number of applicants needed to fill the remaining vouchers according to the local preferences, the JCHA estimates re-opening the waiting list during 2025. Details are being discussed to evaluate the proper procedures to be taken to ensure compliance with the Administrative Plan and the Local Preferences, the procedures to be implemented to make the applications available and the possibility of a third party (online software) to collect the applications for initial placement on the waiting list. Income Targeting Requirement The Applicant Selection Policy, adopted in the Administrative Plan approved in January 2000 and revised in January 2001 as part of the Annual Plan, implemented income targeting requirements and local preferences options as set forth in the 1998 Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act. Specifically, 75% of the Housing Choice Vouchers which become available in any given year must be reserved for applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income; the balance of Vouchers which become available may be granted to applicants whose incomes may be up to 50% of the area median income. Applicant Selection The primary objective of the Jersey City Housing Authority is to offer and provide qualified lower income families and senior citizens with the best opportunities for gaining affordable housing within reasonably safe, working neighborhoods and simultaneously promoting economic self-sufficiency for families, continued independent living for senior citizens and maximum accommodation for persons with disabilities. The JCHA accomplishes those objectives by providing affordable housing through the following programs: Currently JCHA Waiting Lists are closed. Housing Choice Voucher / Section 8 Project-Based We are not currently accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher program or any Section 8 Project-Based sites. Sección 8 Basado en proyectos y convencional Actualmente, no estamos aceptando solicitudes para el programa de Vales de Elección de Vivienda ni para ningún Sección 8 basado en proyectos. us Applicant Forms Forms - Applicants | Jersey City Housing Authority

Needs Assessments and Referrals RECE staff are available to conduct confidential intakes and offer referrals for resources, supports, and services to meet a range of JCHA resident needs including: Education, Training, and Employment Physical and Mental Health Home Health Aides Financial Literacy Childcare and Youth Development Domestic Violence Support Family Conflict/Respite Food Insecurity/Nutrition Digital Literacy House Keeping/Life Skills Grief Counseling/Trauma Support Services Transportation Referral forms are available at site management offices or from housing assistance technicians. JCHA residents can also contact RECE directly: Trena Hinton, Assistant Director of RECE Email: thinton@jcha.us Phone: (201) 706-4786 RECE Brochure

JCHA’s Annual Plan Process Review JCHA's 2026 Annual Plan by clicking here or make an appointment at any property management office or at the JCHA Main Office (400 U.S. Hwy # 1, Marion Gardens, Bldg. # 7, Jersey City, NJ 07306) to review a hardcopy of the plan. To make an appointment, contact the appropriate office via our directory, found here . Two supplemental draft documents available: Lease and Addenda here and Housekeeping Standards here Public Review Period (45 Days) September 24, 2025 – November 7, 2025 Public Comments Public comments are encouraged and due by 12:00pm on November 8, 2025. They should be submitted to the JCHA Executive Office (Attention: Luz Santana) via one (1) of the following methods: Mail: JCHA Main Office, 400 U.S. Hwy #1 (Marion Gardens Bldg. #7), Jersey City, NJ 07306 Fax: (201) 547-6638 Email: AgencyPlan@jcha.us Public Hearing November 10, 2025, 5:00pm at the Curries Woods CRC, , 65-67 Ruby Brown Place, Jersey City, NJ 07305

Join Our Team Welcome to the Jersey City Housing Authority's Career Center Page! Our mission is “To enhance the quality of life for our community by providing safe, affordable housing and fostering opportunities for economic empowerment.” We are excited that you’re considering a career with JCHA, where we value dedication, diversity, and service to the community. As a team member, you’ll play a vital role in helping us fulfill our commitment to improving lives through quality housing solutions. We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for professional growth within our organization. Why JCHA Click here to see all open positions Open Positions At the Jersey City Housing Authority, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our community. As the state’s second largest public housing authority, we serve over 15,000 residents and manage approximately 7,100 housing units, including 2,500 public housing units and more than 4,600 Housing Choice Vouchers. Joining JCHA means becoming part of an organization that champions energy efficiency and green building practices. We are committed to promoting Section 3 hiring and have a proven track record of revitalizing distressed public housing. Our efforts have been recognized through the highest HUD SEMAP performance scores in our agency's history, highlighting our commitment to excellence and innovation in public housing. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment that values dedication and service to the community. By choosing a career with JCHA, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing professionally within a supportive team. Explore our open positions and take the next step toward a rewarding career that truly makes a difference! Employee Benefits at JCHA At the Jersey City Housing Authority, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset. Your health and overall well-being are essential to our success, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health. We provide flexible benefits options that empower you to choose what best meets your needs, allowing you to focus on both your personal life and your career. With JCHA, you’ll find a supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized, helping you thrive both in and out of the workplace. Medical insurance – Provided by the State of New Jersey Dental insurance Vision insurance Pension plan – Provided by the State of New Jersey Paid Time Off (PTO) JCHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and New Jersey civil rights law, it is the policy of Jersey City Housing Authority (JCHA) to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

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JCHA Family Self Sufficiency Program FSS Orientation/Enrollment Session FSS Program Overview What is the Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) Program? Family self-sufficiency (FSS) is a HUD program which was established in 1990 by Section 554 of National Affordable Housing Act that encourages communities to develop local strategies to help assisted families obtain employment that will lead to economic independence and self-sufficiency. Public housing agencies (PHA’s) work with welfare agencies, schools, business, and other local partners to develop a comprehensive program that gives participating FSS family members the skills and experience to enable them to obtain employment that pays a living wage. The purpose of FSS is to promote the development of local strategies to coordinate the use of public housing assistance and housing assistance under the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program with public and private resources, to enable families eligible to receive assistance under these programs to achieve economic independence and self-sufficiency. The objective of the FSS program is to reduce the dependency of low income families on welfare assistance and on Section 8, public, or any Federal, State, or local rent or home ownership subsidies. Under the FSS program, low income families are provided opportunities for education, job training, counseling, and other forms of social service assistance, while living in assisted housing, so that they may obtain the education, employment, and business and social skills necessary to achieve self-sufficiency. The success of the FSS is measured by the number of families who achieve self-sufficiency and by the number of families who, as a result of participating in the program, have family members who obtain their first job, or who obtain higher paying jobs; no longer need benefits received under one or more welfare programs; obtain a high school diploma or higher education degree; or accomplish similar goals that will assist the family in obtaining economic independence. Additional Information FSS Flyer (English) Download FSS Flyer (Spanish) Download FSS Brochure Download FSS interest form Download FSS Program services may include, but not limited to: Child Care Transportation Education Job Training and Employment Counseling Household Skill Training Homeownership Counseling The Escrow Account The JCHA will establish an interest bearing escrow account into which the JCHA will make monthly deposits on behalf of the family. The amount of the monthly escrow credit will be determined based on any increase in rent paid by the family because of increases in earned income. The JCHA will cease making credits to a family escrow account when the family has completed the Contract of Participation. The participant’s ability to access FSS escrow funds would be contingent upon meeting FSS Program and Contract goals. What Families Are Eligible To Participate In The Program? Families who receive HUD assistance under the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program are eligible to participate in the FSS program. Who Administers The FSS Program? The FSS program is administered by the JCHA Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program. The JCHA establishes an FSS program coordinating committee and develops an FSS action plan and FSS program policies, obtain public and private supportive services funding and commitments, and oversee the overall implementation of the FSS program. How Do Families Apply To Participate In The FSS Program? Families who are eligible to participate in the FSS program should contact their Leasing Specialist to discuss participation on the program. What Requirements Must A Family Meet To Participate In FSS? The JCHA and the head of each participating family execute an FSS contract of participation that specifies the rights and responsibilities of both parties. The 5-year FSS contract specifies goals and services for each family. Family members must fulfill all requirements in order to obtain full benefits. The FSS contract requires that the family comply with the lease, that all family members become independent of welfare cash assistance, and that the head of the family seek and maintain suitable employment. Possible sanctions for noncompliance with the FSS contract are termination from the FSS program, forfeiture of the FSS escrow account, withholding or terminations of supportive services. Can JCHA Require Families To Participate In FSS? No. Participation in the FSS program is voluntary and cannot be a condition of receiving HUD-assisted housing. Does A Family Have To Give Up Its Rental Assistance After The Family Completes The FSS Program? No. Although it is hoped that families will no longer need housing assistance upon completion of the FSS program, some families that complete the program will still need assistance for housing. The law provides that a family may complete its FSS contract and receive its escrow while continuing to receive housing assistance. ANDREA TELEZ Family Self Sufficiency Program Coordinator Jersey City Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program 400 US HWY # 1 (Marion Gardens) Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 atelez@jcha.us (email) 201-706-4672 (phone) 551-256-7736/7737 (fax)

ANNUAL REEXAMINATION PACKET Every year the JCHA is required to reexamine your income, assets, deductions, and family composition. Please download and complete the packet. Download HCVP (Section 8) Documents: 2026 HCV Admin Plan Download 2018-19 HCVP Utility Allowance Download PIH Tenant Flyer on the Eviction Moratorium Download COVID Waiver 4-1-20 Download Additional Waivers for CPD Grant program to Prevent COVID-19 Spread and Mitigate COVID-19 Economic impacts Download Landlord Handbook 2021 Download HCVP (Section 8) Forms Change of Ownership Packet for Owners Download Rent Increase Request Form 2024 Download Change of Family Composition Packet Download Amenities Checklist RFTA Download W-9 Form Download Family Declaration of Assets under $5000 Download Request for Voucher Extension Download Hearing Request Form Download Lease Termination Agreement Download Port-Out Request Form Download Request for Interim Re-Certification Form Download Reasonable Accommodation or Physical Modification Request Form Download Verification of Need for Reasonable Accommodation Download Request for Information Form Download HQS Owner Self-Certification Download Inspection Checklist Guide for Landlords Download Managing Agent Role Form Download No Child Support income affidavit Download No Income Affidavit Download 5380 English Occupancy Rights VAWA 2025 Download 5382 English Certification of Domestic Violence 2025 Download 5383 English Emergency Transfer Request 2025 Download