Occupancy & Rent Specialist (HUD Compliant, Yardi)

Park City Communities; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid health insurance

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Park City Communities in Bridgeport, CT is seeking a Certified Occupancy Specialist to provide clerical support, verify resident eligibility for affordable housing, and manage rent calculations under HUD rules. The COS will maintain files, respond to inquiries, and assist with move-ins, annual reviews, and renewals.

The role requires strong math, data entry in Yardi, and excellent communication. A high school diploma with clerical experience and HUD knowledge is preferred; CT driver’s license is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2+ years clerical experience; clear understanding of HUD regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to perform moderately complicated arithmetic computations.
• Effective interviewing skills with tact, courtesy, and discretion when dealing with applicants.
• Ability to make independent judgments on problems and issues.
• Strong computer proficiency and excellent written/oral communication.
• Cooperative and team-oriented; works with minimal supervision.
• Must possess a valid CT driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Type a wide variety of material, including correspondence, reports, and forms.
• Maintain and organize office files and adjust as needed.
• Interview applicants to obtain background information and verify eligibility.
• Assemble information from agencies to determine eligibility.
• Enter data into the Yardi system and produce rent worksheets.
• Track rent payments and outstanding debt in the system.
• Assist with move-ins, move-outs, and transfers.
• Monitor continuing eligibility during annual reviews.
• Explain occupancy rules and HUD eligibility requirements.
• Operate standard office equipment as needed.

Skills

Admin skills

Interviewing

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent judgment

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Clerical experience (2+ years)

HUD regulations understanding

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Park City Communities in Bridgeport, CT is seeking a Certified Occupancy Specialist to provide clerical support, verify resident eligibility for affordable housing, and manage rent calculations under HUD rules. The COS will maintain files, respond to inquiries, and assist with move-ins, annual reviews, and renewals.

The role requires strong math, data entry in Yardi, and excellent communication. A high school diploma with clerical experience and HUD knowledge is preferred; CT driver’s license is