Certified Occupancy & Leasing Specialist

The John Stewart Company; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision care

Vacation leave

Sick time

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company paid Life AD&D Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter benefit program

Discounts for AT&T and ClassPass

$100 annual Wellness Reimbursement

Matching 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

The John Stewart Company seeks an Occupancy Specialist in Santa Cruz, California, to join their team. This role involves leasing units, customer assistance, and maintaining resident compliance with housing regulations. Candidates should have familiarity with subsidized housing programs and experience in housing or social services. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision care, vacation leave, and a retirement savings plan. The position necessitates strong communication skills and good judgment with residents, vendors, and co-workers.

Qualifications

• Must relate well to people and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to adhere to Fair Housing Equal Employment and Equal Housing Opportunity requirements.
• Attention to detail in processing paperwork and maintaining accurate resident files.

Responsibilities

• Review rental applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain positive relationships with residents.
• Assist residents with paperwork for recertifications.
• Ensure residents compliance with lease and regulations.

Skills

Familiarity with subsidized housing programs

Good judgment in dealing with people

Excellent organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

Tax Credit Specialist, Certified Occupancy Specialist designations

Minimum two years’ experience in related housing or social services

Job description

The John Stewart Company seeks an Occupancy Specialist in Santa Cruz, California, to join their team. This role involves leasing units, customer assistance, and maintaining resident compliance with housing regulations. Candidates should have familiarity with subsidized housing programs and experience in housing or social services. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision care, vacation leave, and a retirement savings plan. The position necessitates strong communication skills and good judgment with residents, vendors, and co-workers.