DESCRIPTION

We are currently assisting our client to fill the below position – a leader in the Property Management space:

POSITION: Housing Specialist
SALARY: $29.00 – $33.00 per hour
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
STATUS: Full Time, Permanent

Responsibilities
• Report directly to the Property Manager.
• Serve as a key contact during initial move-in and/or relocation of units after move-in for a supportive housing facility.
• Work to achieve occupancy goals established for the property and maintain the highest possible occupancy levels.
• Communicate effectively with residents/applicants, staff, visitors, and other stakeholders.
• Provide flexible on-site office hours for initial lease-up, complete screenings, site/unit tours, unit selection, and orientation appointments on a flexible schedule to fill vacancies.
• Collaborate and follow up with key partners and referring agencies to ensure consistent engagement during initial move-in, unit transfers, and the move-out process to permanent housing.
• Compile and process information from key partners and residents/applicants to ensure all functions are completed in a timely manner.
• Compile, verify, and certify applicant/resident files to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, funder selection criteria, applicable laws, state and local ordinances, and Fair Housing Standards.

Qualifications
• MUST: High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in apartment leasing, affordable housing, and/or supportive housing, or the equivalent industry-related occupancy & eligibility designations.
• Tax Credit, HUD, or Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) experience required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, if and when required.
• Knowledge of supportive housing, interim housing, or Housing First models.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; strong customer focus; respect for confidentiality; ability to work with diverse populations, including persons with various disabilities, and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid California driver’s license, proof of current insurance meeting or exceeding state requirements, vehicle registration, a clean DMV record (less than 4 points), and reliable transportation.