Housing Coordinator — Landlord Relations & Leases

The Fortune Society, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fortune Society, Inc. is seeking a Property Coordinator to manage lease acquisitions for a 17-bed scattered-site transitional housing program. You will build relationships with landlords, review housing units for compliance, and coordinate moves and repairs to support participants in reentry.

Work requires strong negotiation, data management, and team collaboration. This full-time, exempt role reports to the Program Manager and is based at 625 West 140th Street, New York, NY.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, some college or certification preferred.
• Experience with housing placement for homeless individuals is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and landlord outreach skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain housing stock by working with the Director of Property Management.
• Search for available properties and negotiate leases for participants.
• Review and approve inspections to ensure HQS/HUD compliance.
• Calculate tenant rent portions using HUD tools.
• Oversee lease renewals and ensure timely landlord engagement.
• Maintain a secure key system and detailed records in PM software.
• Coordinate moves, repairs, and furniture deliveries for new participants.

Skills

Lease acquisition

Landlord relationships

Negotiation

Data management

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college

Property management certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Job description

The Fortune Society, Inc. is seeking a Property Coordinator to manage lease acquisitions for a 17-bed scattered-site transitional housing program. You will build relationships with landlords, review housing units for compliance, and coordinate moves and repairs to support participants in reentry.

Work requires strong negotiation, data management, and team collaboration. This full-time, exempt role reports to the Program Manager and is based at 625 West 140th Street, New York, NY.