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A career with the Trenton Housing Authority (THA) is a chance to help strengthen and revitalize Trenton’s neighborhoods.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. THA offers meaningful work, a supportive environment, and opportunities for people from diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to providing safe, affordable housing that is well built, well maintained, and well managed.

We also invest in our employees with a strong benefits package:

  • health insurance
  • dental insurance
  • vision insurance
  • life insurance
  • paid time off
  • …and more.

To apply, review open positions, choose the role that fits your skills, and complete the application.

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There are Three Ways to Apply

  • Apply online
  • Call 609-278-5041 to request an application by mail.
  • Complete an application at 875 New Willow Street, Trenton, NJ.

For more information or to check application status, please call our dedicated leasing hotline at 609-278-5041.

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Getting Started

To begin the application process, you need:

  • Social Security number of other acceptable proof of citizenship.
  • Names and dates of birth of all family members to live in household

If you need help for any reason including literacy, language, vision or other disabilities, we’re here to walk you through the process! Call us at 609-278-5041.

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The Application Process

Complete your pre-application

During this phase, we confirm your eligibility with a series of background questions so we can place you on the list for one of our communities.

Complete your full application

When you are at the top of the housing list, we work with you to confirm all HUD and THA eligibility factors. All adult family members living in household must complete personal declaration and information release forms. Then you get to meet with THA staff to review, finalize and sign your application. Once you’re approved, we can schedule your move in!

If you need help for any reason including literacy, language, vision or other disabilities, we’re here to walk you through the process! Call us at 609-278-5041.