Occupancy Specialist

Occupancy Specialist

We are looking for a go-getting Occupancy Specialist with a great attitude and exceptional customer service to oversee occupancy of one of apartment communities in Fairfield. The Occupancy Specialist is responsible for managing and ensuring the proper leasing, occupancy, and compliance of residential or commercial properties. Their primary duties typically include managing tenant applications, lease agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting property inspections, and assisting with rent collection and property maintenance. This person will have a great attitude, be pro-active, have attention to detail, and able to work together as a team in a fast-paced environment.

Arrowhead Housing is a boutique property management company dedicated to creating unique experiences. We manage various size properties, including apartment communities. We are customer and resident-focused and unwavering committed to the highest of standards. We look for big-picture, strategic thinkers with operations and execution experience and an eye for continuous innovation.  The perfect candidate will have a proven track record with in HUD and Tax Credit in affordable housing, with great computer skills, good time management skills, be organized and a good communicator with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.  College or supplemental courses preferred, but not required.

Experience:

Minimum of three-year related experience in property management, leasing, or customer service. A minimum of 2 years’ experience working on HUD and/or Tax Credit apartment communities required and affordable housing designations highly desired. 

Abilities:

·         Must be Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook

·         Proficiency in technological systems that are used, phone system with multiple lines ringing and familiar with property management software and other online systems used for marketing, managing properties, leasing and residents. Experience using One Site/Real Page desired.

·         Strong knowledge and experience with affordable programs, regulatory requirements and processes

·         Must have good communication skills, including verbal and written

·         Good problem solving and organization skills

·         Detail Oriented and Organized with good time management skills

·         Relate well to people from diverse backgrounds

·         Articulate, patient, organized, customer and detail oriented, enthusiastic, team player and goal oriented

·         Ability to drive to properties within the company portfolio as needed with reliable transportation and a valid CA driver’s license in good standings

·         Stamina for fast paced working environment

·         Self-starter, Ability to work independently and a part of a team

·         Bilingual desired, but not required

·         HUD, Tax Credit experience required and other related affordable housing designations highly desired. 

COMPENSATION:

Wages based on experience. This is a Full-Time position with 40 hours.  Position includes participation in company health benefits plan, 401K and generous Paid Time off and Holiday Paid Time off.  

Arrowhead Housing is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.