Leasing Compliance Specialist (Union City, Multiple Locations)

MidPen Housing•Union City, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect. We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity. MidPen is, once again, proud to be certified as an official Great Place to Work® in 2025. Location: Union City (Roving, Multiple Locations) This position is based out of our Union City home office; however, in-office days will be spent at our Leasing Site locations, which may vary frequently based on business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must obtain Tax Credit Specialist or Certified Occupancy Specialist certification (or equivalent) within 6 months of hire.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Affordable Housing, Property Management, Leasing, or Housing Compliance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Adobe Acrobat.
Strong communication, organizational, and prioritization skills; detail-oriented and able to work independently.
Valid California Driver’s License, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation required.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as sitting frequently, occasional lifting (up to 15 lbs), and light desk-based work.

Nice To Haves

Experience with property management software (e.g., RealPage, Yardi, Boston Post) preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead leasing kick-off and setup calls, emphasizing cross-team collaboration, communication, and process ownership.
Provide on-site support to leasing offices as needed, based on business requirements and leadership direction.
Train Lease Up Operations team on Tenant File compliance and ensure understanding of affordable housing regulations.
Conduct weekly check-ins with the Lease Up Operations team to monitor progress and address challenges.
Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with MidPen policies and leasing objectives.
Audit leasing trackers to verify data accuracy and monitor file processing status.
Review and approve program-eligible files, including final qualification documents and lease packets.
Serve as liaison with investor auditors during 100% lease-up, coordinating responses and escalating risks appropriately.