Certified Occupancy Specialist (Leasing Specialist)

Westminster Communities Of Florida; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster Communities of Florida in Deland, Florida seeks a Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) for its senior living high rise. The COS certifies and recertifies applicants and audits resident files for HUD compliance.

Bachelor's degree is required; COS certification is preferred, or candidates will attend company-paid training and must pass the COS exam within 6 months of hire. Full-time, on-site, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Certified Occupancy Specialist Certification preferred
• Company-paid COS training with exam within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Certify and recertify applicants or households for HUD compliance
• Audit resident files to ensure HUD compliance and program eligibility
• Work full-time, Monday–Friday in a fast-paced occupancy environment

Skills

HUD compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Certified Occupancy Specialist (Leasing Specialist)

Job Category : Administrative

Requisition Number : CERTI027276

• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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College Arms Towers
Deland, FL 32724, USA

Description

College Arms Towers, an affordable housing community for seniors, is seeking an experienced Occupancy Specialist (COS) for its senior living apartment high rise located in Deland, FL. This position requires knowledge of certifying and recertifying applicants or households and auditing resident files for compliance with HUD. Candidates must be reliable, detail oriented, organized, and are required to work at a fast pace. This position is full time, Monday through Friday.

Bachelors degree required. Certified Occupancy Specialist Certification preferred. Otherwise, selected candidate will attend company paid training and must pass COS exam within 6 months of hire.

EOE/DFWP- We honor those who serve.

Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires. Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Qualifications

Experience

Required

1-2 years:

Section 8 and/or affordable housing

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