Housing Development Associate

Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc•New York, NY

3d•$0 - $75,000

About The Position

The Housing Development Associate supports the start-up, development, and ongoing management of Elmcor’s Supportive/Affordable Housing department. The department provides low-income individuals and people with special needs opportunities to improve their health and quality of life and remain living in the community as long as possible. The role covers property management, housing development project management, reporting to funding sources, and interfacing with consultants and tenants. It reports to the VP of Operations and Housing Development. The position assists with managing property portfolios, lease administration, rent collection, tenant concerns, and enforcement of lease terms and property rules. It also coordinates housing development and capital projects, maintains property rent schedules and utility allowances, prepares occupancy and revenue reports, and oversees documentation and scheduling for maintenance, repairs, contracted services, and building and grounds upkeep. The role helps establish service contracts and coordinate training for property management staff.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience working in nonprofit or for-profit housing development and/or property management.
Experience working with adults around mental health, substance use, and/or homelessness.
Strong computer skills.
Must successfully complete a criminal background check, obtain clearance from the Office of Children and Family Services, and pass a toxicology test.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Demonstrated problem-solving, planning and organization, judgment, dependability, initiative, communication, participant service, and quality-management competencies.
Ability to respond to changing work requirements and schedules, take on additional responsibilities, manage time and deadlines, follow agency policies and procedures, and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS preferred, or an AAS in business, management, or real estate development.

Responsibilities

Assist the VP of Operations and Housing Development with managing property portfolios.
Execute lease agreements, including renewals and amendments.
Collect rent payments on time and manage late rent collections.
Address tenant concerns and complaints promptly.
Enforce lease terms and property rules.
Coordinate housing development projects with architects, engineers, contractors, and other consultants to help ensure construction and capital projects proceed according to schedule.
Maintain rent schedules and utility allowances for each property in accordance with funder guidelines.
Prepare monthly and quarterly loss-to-lease, days-vacant, delinquency, Combined Management, and other reports to monitor occupancy and revenue.
Ensure documentation of maintenance and repair activities, contracted services, and custodial services, and that physical operations meet budgetary and strategic objectives.
Track the scheduling and oversight of building and grounds upkeep and repairs, including safety and security, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation services.
Oversee and establish service contracts in accordance with insurance, grant, and asset management requirements.
Coordinate industry-appropriate property management training and emphasize cross-training, blended management, high performance, and continuous improvement.