Affordable Housing Leasing Specialist

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 15 days

8 paid holidays

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud is seeking a Leasing Specialist to handle housing eligibility, intake, and occupancy oversight across central Minnesota housing projects. The role requires strong knowledge of HUD/HUD 4350.3 standards, income verification, and fair housing practices.

You will coordinate advertising, maintain waiting lists, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Experience in public housing or affordable housing settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 2 years experience and COS certification within six months of hire.
• Four (4) years’ experience in housing or leasing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the resident selection process by determining eligibility for housing and income verification.
• Determine monthly rental payments and make placements in compliance with HUD Handbook 4350.3, Rural Development Handbook regulations, and Housing Tax Credit Program.
• Develop advertising for all projects within fair housing and EHO requirements, must have knowledge of MN state housing laws.
• Manage housing processes from application through move-out to stay in compliance with HUD 4350.3, Rural Development and Housing Tax Credit Program.
• Initiate correspondence to residents, caretakers, and regulatory agencies providing required documentation and notices.

Skills

HUD regulations

Fair housing knowledge

Income verification

Education

High school diploma

Certified Occupancy Specialist

Certification within six months of hire

Job description

We are a nonprofit organization serving Central Minnesota with core values rooted in Compassion, Hope, Accountability, Respect, Dignity, and Service. Catholic Charities empowers our neighbors and creates impact in housing, food, and mental health that is seen and felt for generations.

Job Summary

The Leasing Specialist is responsible for fulfilling the occupancy requirements of the housing projects. The Leasing Specialist will determine eligibility for housing, process applications. The Leasing Specialist will be responsible for compliance with program regulations. The Leasing Specialist develops and maintains waiting lists for those projects that don’t have a resident manager and confers with Property Manager and caretakers to determine apartment assignment. The Leasing Specialist will be responsible for managing the re-certification process for HUD, RD. The Leasing Specialist will be responsible in inputting all tenant data accurately into program software.

What you will do

• Manage the Resident selection process by determining eligibility for housing and income verification.
• Determine monthly rental payments and makes all placements in compliance with Department of Housing and Urban Development Handbook 4350.3, Rural Development Handbook regulations, and Housing Tax Credit Program.
• Develop advertising for all projects within fair housing and EHO requirements, must have knowledge of MN state housing laws.
• Manage the housing processes from time of application through time of move out ensuring that we are in full compliance of HUD 4350.3, Rural Development and Housing Tax Credit Program.
• Initiates correspondence to residents, caretakers, and regulatory agencies providing required documentation and notices to all.

What we’re looking for (Required Qualifications)

Education: High school plus 2 years plus Certified Occupancy Specialist and/or pass Certification within six months of hire.

Experience: Four (4) years’ experience

Why Join Us?

We are passionate about enriching lives through quality housing and exceptional service. As a Leasing Specialist, you'll help create positive first impressions, build lasting relationships, and contribute to a culture where residents and team members feel valued. If you're looking for meaningful work that aligns with a purpose-driven mission, we'd love to have you on our team.

Why You Will Love Working Here!

• Vacation (15 days within your first year)
• 8 paid holidays (7 full days, 2 half days)
• 6 days ESST (safe and sick time)
• Health insurance
• Waive-off credit for those who have other group health insurance
• Employer-paid Basic Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (AD&D)
• Optional life insurance coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or children
• Employer-paid long term disability insurance
• Pre-tax (Flexible Spending) accounts for medical, dependent care, and adoption expenses
• 401(k) plan with company match after 90 days
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• The Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program