Occupancy Specialist

City of Ann Arbor•Ann Arbor, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Deputy Director, an Occupancy Specialist is responsible for providing case management services for low-income housing programs. The Occupancy Specialist ensures that the tenants in the Commission’s program are eligible to participate and are in compliance with all applicable regulations. The Occupancy Specialist maintains accurate and complete customer files and schedules interviews to complete compliance paperwork as needed.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher-level degree (Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree). May substitute 4 years of experience with HUD housing programs such as HCV, VASH, Public Housing, PBV, PBRA, and/or CoC programs in lieu of Associate Degree.
At least two (2) years of experience in one of the following: Voucher Program, LIHTC Program or Property Management.
Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
Have or be able to obtain Housing Choice Voucher Occupancy or Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) certification within 1 year of hire.
Have or be able to obtain Blended Occupancy (including LIHTC) certification within 2 years of hire.

Nice To Haves

Voucher program, LIHTC or Property Management experience: at least 4 years.
HCV Occupancy certificate or Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS), LIHTC certification and HQS Certification.

Responsibilities

Providing case management services for low-income housing programs.
Ensuring tenants are eligible to participate in the Commission’s program and are in compliance with all applicable regulations.
Maintaining accurate and complete customer files.
Scheduling interviews to complete compliance paperwork as needed.