Resident Employment
Resident Employment/Section 3 Program
The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) is committed to empowering residents through employment, education, workforce development, and career advancement opportunities. Through the Resident Employment/Section 3 Program, HACP connects residents with employers, training providers, educational institutions, and community organizations to promote economic independence and long-term self-sufficiency.
The program provides a variety of employment and career development services, including:
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Employment Assistance: Job search support, employment referrals, and connections to local employers.
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Resume and Interview Preparation: Individualized resume development, interview coaching, and career readiness workshops.
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Education and Career Training: Referrals to GED programs, vocational training, higher education, and apprenticeship opportunities.
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Section 3 Employment Opportunities: Connecting eligible residents with employment and training opportunities generated through HUD-assisted projects.
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Job Fairs and Recruitment Events: On-site and community-based opportunities for residents to engage directly with employers.
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Driver's Education: Referrals and enrollment assistance for eligible residents seeking to obtain their driver's license.
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Financial Literacy and Support Services: Connections to financial education and resources that support employment stability and economic mobility.
W.O.W. CyberBus 2.0 – Workforce on Wheels
HACP's Workforce on Wheels (W.O.W.) CyberBus 2.0 is a mobile workforce development initiative that brings employment assistance, career resources, technology, and educational opportunities directly into HACP communities.
Through CyberBus 2.0, residents can receive one-on-one employment assistance, resume development, interview preparation, job search support, educational referrals, and access to employer recruitment activities.
The initiative helps reduce transportation and technology barriers while expanding access to workforce development services throughout HACP communities.
Section 3 Opportunities
Section 3 is a federal requirement under the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended, designed to direct employment, training, and other economic opportunities generated by certain HUD financial assistance to eligible low-income and very low-income individuals, particularly recipients of government housing assistance, to the greatest extent feasible.
HACP works with contractors, businesses, and community partners to promote Section 3 employment opportunities and connect eligible individuals with available career pathways.
Employer and Community Partnerships
HACP welcomes employers, contractors, educational institutions, and workforce development organizations interested in partnering to expand employment and training opportunities for residents.
Partnership opportunities include job fairs, recruitment events, career training, apprenticeship pathways, and workforce development workshops.
Contact the Resident Employment Program
HACP residents interested in employment assistance, training, or career development opportunities, as well as employers and contractors interested in workforce partnerships or Section 3 information, are encouraged to contact:
Lloyd C. Wilson, Jr.
Resident Sustainability Manager
Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh
Phone: 412-643-2761
Email: lloyd.wilson@hacp.gov