LEASING SPECIALIST

Conifer Realty; Camden (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Leasing Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting in the operations of a busy leasing office, ensuring compliance with housing regulations, and providing excellent customer service to potential residents. You will collaborate with various teams to minimize vacancies and promote positive resident relations. With a focus on career growth and a supportive work environment, this position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits. If you are passionate about affordable housing and eager to make a difference in the community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

15 Paid Time Off days

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

Company paid Life Insurance

Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

Positive culture & environment

Employee referral payment program

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of affordable housing experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and time management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leasing office operations and ensure compliance with housing regulations.
• Qualify new tenants and provide community tours.

Skills

Affordable Housing Experience

Customer Service Skills

Time Management

Multi-tasking Skills

Basic Accounting Skills

Education

High School/GED

COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist)

HCCP (Housing Credit Certified Professional)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Yardi Voyager

Affordable Housing Compliance Software

Job description

Description

Leasing Specialist, Ferry Landing and Ferry Manor Senior Apartments, Camden NJ

As a Leasing Specialist at Conifer, you will:

Be responsible for assisting in all operations of the leasing office and will work with Conifer’s Compliance team members, to ensure our properties are compliant with Tax Credit (LIHTC) housing program regulations. Monday - Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Conifer’s many great offerings include:

1. Competitive Pay
2. 15 Paid Time Off days, PLUS 13 Paid Holidays
3. 401(k) with company match
4. Elective benefits included: Medical + HSA with Company contribution, Dental, & Vision
5. Company paid Life, Short- & Long-Term Insurances
6. Ongoing training and career growth opportunities as Conifer grows & expands their footprint
7. Extraordinarily positive culture & environment
8. Robust employee referral payment program

You will report directly to the Community Manager for our community, Ferry Landing and Ferry Manor Senior Apartments in Camden, NJ, 134 Units. You will work to minimize vacancies, quickly lease apartments, promote good working resident and public relations, assure program compliance, and perform office tasks as required. You will qualify new tenants, provide tours of the community, and handle all details of move-ins. Daily activities will include working collaboratively with your community team as well as key partners in Maintenance, Compliance, Property Management, and outside housing authority representatives to ensure all required aspects of apartment turnovers, leasing, compliance and assisting in operating a stable, fiscal operation are covered and meeting all requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Meet all deadlines in a timely manner as required under the various compliance regulations.
2. Complete compliance reports as requested and required.
3. Support Compliance and Leasing team members as needed.
4. Willingness to learn and train on other housing compliance programs needed.
5. Work collaboratively and effectively with regulatory housing compliance representatives.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1 to 3 years prior Affordable Housing experience preferred.
• Prior experience with Low-Income Tax Credit, HUD Section 8 & other HUD programs.
• Knowledge of affordable housing industry compliance software program(s) required for processing state, federal applications.
• Demonstrated time management and multi-tasking skills to meet required deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills to assist internal and external customers.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook); accurate data entry and proofreading skills.
• Prior Yardi Voyager experience with affordable housing modules preferred; OR other housing compliance software skills with willingness to quickly learn Yardi.
• Basic Accounting skills with understanding of receivables, payables, and ability to assess incomes in relation to compliance regulations.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• Minimum High School/GED equivalent required.
• COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist) OR AHM (Assisted Housing Manager)
• Star (Rural Development 515)
• HCCP (Housing Credit Certified Professional)
• SHCM (Specialist in Housing Credit Management)
• Fair Housing

Join our dynamic Conifer Realty Team -- Conifer is a nationally ranked, full-service real estate company specializing in the development, construction, management, and ownership of high-quality, affordable housing communities. Since its inception in 1975, Conifer has grown considerably – currently owning and managing over 15,300 multifamily units representing over 228 apartment communities in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland.

The hourly range for this position is $17.00-$20.00 per hour. The actual compensation may vary depending on a wide range of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, location, etc. This range also does not include additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

APPLY TODAY via our website link: http://www.careersatconifer.com to complete our application process and attach your resume. You will hear directly from the hiring manager on next steps in the process. Thank you for your interest in joining the Conifer Team!

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.