Leasing Specialist (part time)

Looking for a career or a new career at a company that cares about you? Look no further! Preservation Management, Inc. is committed to creating a caring community for our employees and residents.

PMI is currently looking for a passionate individual to join our team in Lansing, MI as our part-time Leasing Specialist .

What we you offer you: a part-time position at 26 hours a week with 16 days of Paid time off, 12 paid holidays, and a compnay sponsored 401(k) plan with a company match.

Specific duties include:

• As required, process residents’ recertification; ensure that scheduled recertification for LIHTC and Section 8 is completed on time; report to On-site Property Manager on status of recertification monthly and discuss any discrepancies.
• Work with the On-site Property Manager and the PMI Marketing Coordinator to develop tenant marketing plans for the property; distribute sales materials and conduct marketing activities to attract prospective tenants to the property.
• Read and keep track of tenant applications on the “wait list;” update and maintain the “prospect tracking report” in the Boston Post database.
• Read and file all received applications; perform preliminary review of all received applications and determine if applicants appear to be income and program eligible.
• Make appointments with prospective tenants; help show available units to prospective tenants.
• Ensure that renting and advertising practices are not discriminatory; implement the resident selection procedure to ensure adherence to the site Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plan and Resident Selection Criteria, including all targeted occupancy requirements identified in the governing documents.
• Monitor reports that all security deposits are processed within 30 days of tenants moving out.
• Prepare all paperwork for the On-site Property Manager for final approval prior to tenants moving in or transferring to different units.
• Includes leases, move inspection forms, request for lease approvals, and other necessary paperwork.
• Log onto and update company computer-based records, including maintenance of accurate resident household information; submit required company, governmental, or agency reports in a timely manner.
• Travel to local bank branches and make deposits of property revenues on an as needed basis.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a high school diploma – Associates Degree preferred;
• One year related property leasing experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Desirable applicants have completed industry course work in Certified Occupancy Specialist training or being willing to take classes.
• Site Occupancy Specialists should possess an introductory knowledge of some or all of the following initiatives:
• Implementation and compliance requirements for federal housing programs such as Low Income Housing Tax Credits;
• Section 8 Project and Tenant Based (including Preservation/Enhanced Vouchers) programs; Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation and the Project Based Voucher program;
• Rural Development 515 and Rental Assistance programs;
• Section 236 Interest Reduction and Section 221-d-3 programs;
• FHA and Risk Share mortgage insurance programs as well as state funded housing programs.
• Current knowledge of all applicable local, state, federal and industry standards required of occupancy specialists, including: all HUD, Rural Development, and IRS rules and regulations specific to their assigned property;
• Experience in the use of business computer systems and software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

All Employment offers are contingent upon completion of a background check and drug screen.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Preservation Management, Inc. (PMI) has been providing comprehensive residential property management services since 1990. We specialize in managing properties that utilize government subsidies and/or Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to provide affordable housing for low-income residents, including households with elderly and disabled members. PMI currently manages 95 apartment communities in 17 states. The company also provides resident services programs, tailored to the needs and interests of residents.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 26 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18