Compliance Leasing Specialist

HRI Properties; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Career growth

Team culture & perks

Job summary

HRI Properties in New Orleans seeks a Compliance Leasing Specialist to handle leasing marketing and operations across LIHTC/HUD programs and ensure compliant leasing practices.

You will greet visitors, conduct tours, process applications in Yardi, perform background checks, and coordinate move-ins while maintaining accurate files. Strong Office skills and confidentiality are required; weekend hours may be needed.

Qualifications

• LIHTC, HOME, and HUD program knowledge a plus; explain requirements clearly
• Professionalism and confidentiality in all performance areas
• Self-starter, organized, and detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• 1–2 years leasing experience required
• Customer service and sales experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Yardi/Elite experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, prospective renters, and residents warmly
• Maintain waiting lists and unit availability status
• Contact prospects on tax credit/public housing lists, schedule tours in Yardi
• Ensure units and model apartments are ready for viewing
• Process move-in applications with household interviews
• Complete background screenings and prepare files for lease signing
• Follow up promptly on applicant inquiries
• Conduct new resident orientations and explain lease provisions
• Ensure documents are signed and entered in Yardi and Elite
• Maintain resident files and assist with inspections and audits
• Assist with administrative tasks from the Compliance Manager
• Perform other related duties

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Communication

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Deadline-driven

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Yardi

Elite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Compliance Leasing Specialist

Regular Full-Time New LGD Rental I, New Orleans, LA, US

WHO WE ARE

Established over thirty-five years ago in New Orleans, Louisiana, HRI Properties (HRI) is a full-service real estate development company and a national leader in the adaptive reuse of historic structures. HRI Properties is vertically integrated and has expertise in development, construction, design, governmental relations, environmental matters, historic landmark designation, and property management.

HRI Management, LLC (HRIM) is the multi-family property management entity within HRI Properties. HRIM manages a diverse portfolio of fifty-three multi-family developments consisting of five thousand units that offer luxury, affordable, and mixed-income living opportunities and over two hundred thousand square feet of office/retail space in a five-state area for HRI Properties, HRI Communities, and third-party property owners.

At HRIM, our long‑term track record of success is attributable to our associates and their impact on the communities we manage. Our team is as diverse and unique as our property portfolio mix, and we are proud to have one of the highest employee tenure records in our industry. We welcome and embrace all ethnicities, cultures, ages, and lifestyles, and hire individuals who can choose where they want to work. Because of our reputation and company culture, they have decided to work at HRIM.

SUMMARY

The Leasing Specialist is responsible for maintaining successful and consistent marketing and leasing of the property.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Warmly greet visitors, prospective renters, and current residents
• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date waiting lists and the status of rental units, including their availability
• Contact prospects on tax credit and public housing waiting lists, schedule appointments in Yardi, and conduct tours of property and vacant units
• Ensure units' availability and model apartments are in good condition for prospects to view
• Process applicant files for move‑in by conducting household interviews to ensure all information is correctly listed and documented on the application
• Complete background screenings, obtain third‑party verifications, track responses, and prepare files appropriately for lease signing
• Consistently and promptly follow up on applicant inquiries to ensure all applications are processed promptly
• View apartments and prepare lease documents 24 hours before the scheduled move‑in
• Conduct new resident orientations, thoroughly explaining all lease provisions and reviewing the house rules item by item
• Ensure all required documents for new move‑ins are properly signed, scanned, filed, and corrected in Yardi
• Ensure all required information is entered correctly in Yardi and Elite
• Properly maintain all resident files, both digital and paper form
• Assist with property inspections and audits as needed
• Assist with administrative tasks as assigned by the Compliance Manager
• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of LIHTC, HOME, and HUD programs is a plus; must be able to clearly explain program requirements to applicants
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and integrity and exercise confidentiality in all performance areas
• Must be a self‑starter who is organized and detail‑oriented with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate on a deadline‑driven schedule
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1‑2 years of leasing experience required
• Customer service and sales experience plus
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite required
• Yardi and Elite experience preferred
• Must be able to work some weekends and extended hours

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, standing, walking, conducting tours, and meeting with tenants
• Must be able to lift, carry, position, or move up to 20 lbs. at a time
• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand/finger movement and coordination
• Ability to walk for extended periods, including climbing flights of stairs in various weather conditions

"We don’t just offer a job—we offer a lifestyle! Join our team and enjoy amazing perks that make work‑life balance a reality."

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision because your well-being matters.
• Competitive Pay – We reward hard work with generous compensation.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays – Plenty of time to relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
• Career Growth & Learning – Training, mentorship, and tuition assistance to help you grow.
• Team Culture & Perks – Team events, wellness programs, employee discounts, and more!