Leasing & Occupancy Specialist
About The Position
Community Corp is a non-profit organization that restores, builds, and manages affordable housing for working families of modest means. Since our inception in 1982, we have rehabilitated and constructed nearly 2,071 homes. By enhancing and increasing affordable housing, we improve neighborhoods, create an environment where people can thrive, and change thousands of lives. Our work contributes to the distinct character of Santa Monica and the greater Westside region, making these communities more inclusive, caring, and environmentally sustainable. The Leasing Specialist needs to income qualify applicants for TCAC, HOME, MHP, etc. properties and steward timely completion of the paperwork for applicants seeking affordable housing units in Santa Monica. Leasing Specialists work closely with other leasing, and occupancy specialists, and under the direction of the Director of Property Management.
Requirements
- Must be a Detail-Oriented,
- Energetic self-starter,
- Excellent grasp of basic math skills
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent written & oral communication,
- Knowledge of Fair Housing rules & regulations,
- Ability to monitor work flow & ability to be extremely organized with paperwork
- Initiative to keep professional knowledge up to date as the requirements for recertification change
- Experience with Affordable Housing recertification processes
- TCAC certified & experience with programs requiring third party verifications
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Access or YARDI a plus, but not necessary
Responsibilities
- Pre-qualify applicants according to the regulations dictated by various programs such as HOME, TCAC, CHRP, RHCP, etc.
- Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and relevant California statues or local rent control laws as they apply to occupancy
- Help prepare for program audits
- Organize applicants files to ensure timely completion of all necessary material
- Contribute to team efforts and provide excellent customer service
- Participate in the Marketing List effort
- Prepare Unit Summary Compliances
- Consolidate Section 8 tenants
- File, scan, copy, mail
- Prepare Open Houses
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- 403b retirement plan
- 4 weeks of paid vacation
- 120 hours of sick time
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Mileage reimbursement
- 9/80 work schedule
- Every other Friday off!
- Sign on Incentive
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
