Affordable Housing - Consultant

Company: Career Strategies, Inc.
Location: Oakland
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

CSI seeks professionals with affordable housing expertise for leasing roles at residential communities. Applicants must have experience with low income housing, Section 42 tax credit and housing standards, HUD Section 8 program compliance, federal and state fair housing laws, and multi-family communities.

Leasing Consultants guide visitors and future residents through the application and move-in process. Activities may include leading property tours, assisting with application paperwork, managing the applicant approval process and offering specialized knowledge about housing resources.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist with Fair Housing, Section 42 Tax Credit and/or HUD Section 8 Program compliance
• Stay informed about changes to affordable housing regulations and requirements
• Greet visitors, monitor incoming traffic, assess needs, guide tours of apartments and community, qualify prospects, process applications, prepare lease agreements/renewals, and answer community related questions
• Identify households with income reporting discrepancies and adjust rent
• Maintain and audit HUD files
• Respond to inquiries and requests for leasing information, appointments, maintenance requests and resident complaints.
• Prepare move-in packages and lease paperwork
• Verify application and notify applicants of approved or denial
• Establish and maintain rapport with residents and act as a liaison between the residents and the staff
• Assist with marketing and promotional efforts, including ad tracking, signage, mailings and events
• Plan and implement social events for residents on a regular basis
• Maintain HUD compliance requirements in accordance with goals, policies, and procedures of the HUD-subsidized multifamily housing program
• Ensure compliance with all HUD Program requirements as it relates to associated contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with HUD income requirements, utility allowances, and yearly rent updates.
• Determine eligibility for assistance and occupancy in accordance with program guidelines.
• Train colleagues to ensure program compliance.
• Monitor community appearance and oversee repair needs

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