What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leasing Compliance Specialist position at Related?
Responsibilities:
This is an excellent opportunity to join an industry leader and grow with us in an environment that is both challenging and rewarding. We are looking for someone who is inquisitive, energetic, hard-working, highly motivated and committed to providing superior resident service. Most importantly, we are looking for a dynamic person who will add the strength of their unique industry experience and personality to an already wonderful team of committed employees.
As a Leasing Compliance Representative you will work closely with one of our top property management teams to provide exceptional service to residents. Each day will be unique, requiring an ability to prioritize, multitask, think creatively, take initiative, and employ a diverse set of skills. You will listen carefully to discover prospective residents’ needs, confidently recommend solutions and overcome concerns, and earn commitment by guiding new residents through the leasing process. Leasing Representatives bring positive energy to each conversation, resolve any apartment issues quickly and effectively, and make everyone feel welcome and appreciated.
Location: Roosevelt Island (Queens)
Building Information:
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Benefits:
Job Requirements
At RMC, we Welcome Everyone. It is our mindset that welcomed employees invoke welcomed residents. When you work here, you’re encouraged to be your best, authentic self. With persistent focus, we are strengthening internal mobility, employee engagement, and investing in leadership development to continuously improve the employee experience.
Related seeks an on-site Leasing Compliance Specialist who will be directly responsible for managing the day-to-day leasing and compliance functions, the renewal process and marketing/advertising programs for a luxury properties in Manhattan.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an industry leader and grow with us in an environment that is both challenging and rewarding. We are looking for someone who is inquisitive, energetic, hard-working, highly motivated and committed to providing superior resident service. Most importantly, we are looking for a dynamic person who will add the strength of their unique industry experience and personality to an already wonderful team of committed employees.
As a Leasing Compliance Representative you will work closely with one of our top property management teams to provide exceptional service to residents. Each day will be unique, requiring an ability to prioritize, multitask, think creatively, take initiative, and employ a diverse set of skills. You will listen carefully to discover prospective residents’ needs, confidently recommend solutions and overcome concerns, and earn commitment by guiding new residents through the leasing process. Leasing Representatives bring positive energy to each conversation, resolve any apartment issues quickly and effectively, and make everyone feel welcome and appreciated.
Location: Roosevelt Island (Queens)
Building Information:
Riverwalk Park is a 100 percent affordable, 21-story building in Roosevelt Island bringing 340 newly constructed apartments to New York City. Planned as an Enterprise Green Communities Certified building, Riverwalk Park is the first newly constructed affordable housing developed on Roosevelt Island. It is actually the eighth building developed by Related and Hudson in the Riverwalk neighborhood of Roosevelt Island: Riverwalk Park
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring and implementing changes in HUD and LIHTC regulations and requirements
- Maintaining proper maintenance of tenant files and computer records to ensure accuracy according to HUD and LIHTC regulations
- Determining financial eligibility for all new admissions into the affordable program
- Review new applicant files
- Monitoring of waitlists for compliance with federal regulations and requirements
- Assist and review all 8823’s corrections and correspondence
- Examine tenant files in preparation for LIHTC file audits, Management Occupancy Reviews (MOR) and review responses corresponding to agency audits.
- Monitoring of re-certification notification letters in compliance with HUD and LIHTC regulations
- Remain familiar with current U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ever changing Federal Regulations as they relate to Affordable Housing programs
- Tour apartments with prospects and adhere to thorough follow-up procedures
- Lease and pre-lease apartments
- Responsible to organize and carry out all retention activities
- Complete applications and lease/renewal documents
- Review vacancies, walk tour path and maintain model apartments
- Assist management with resident relations
- Implement policies and procedures
- Make and maintain relationships with industry partners and brokers
- Maintain daily and weekly leasing reports and monthly market surveys
- Analyze market and occupancy trends and shop the competition to identify changing market conditions
- Recommend and track marketing avenues, oversee marketing campaigns and monitor traffic results
- Responsible for updating the website and marketing sites
Compensation:
$70,000 - $75,000 Discretionary Bonus
Benefits:
- Personalized Health Care: Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program
- Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs
- Social Wellness: 19 days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching
- Career Development: Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities
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Qualifications:
- 3-5 years’ experience with HUD, LIHTC and other affordable housing program compliance strongly preferred
- COS certification minimum required, HCCP preferred
- Reliable method of transportation and valid driver’s license required
- Knowledge of HUD 4350.3, EIV, Reasonable Accommodation Requests, LIHTC income limits and rent calculations, Fair Housing, Real Estate Licensing
- You are committed to exceed expectations of those around you by providing exceptional service
- You bring determination each day – embracing constructive criticism and pushing to get better
- You believe in teamwork – that we are better, together
- You are trustworthy and reliable to do the right thing – no matter what
- You welcome everyone and know the best ideas are born through diversity of thought and perspective
Job Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency in working with computers including word processing, calendar management, software/database, and social media
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
- Must have strong closing skills
- Proficient in managing an internal applicant database
- Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team of professionals
- Ability to obtain Real Estate Leasing License
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
- Two years of leasing management experience, preferably in a luxury lease-up setting.
- Yardi or On-site experience helpful
- Experience with mixed-income buildings, a major plus!
Related Management Company (RMC) is the leading innovator in managing real estate as an owner/operator. There is strength in numbers – RMC operates hundreds of properties in 22 states and Washington, D.C., providing our employees with unparalleled growth opportunities. Our portfolio includes affordable, workforce, market-rate, and luxury housing. We are passionate about exceeding quality expectations in every single asset class. As a subsidiary of Related Companies, we’ve been at the forefront of sustainability too, with most of our new developments pursuing LEED Silver certification or higher.
At RMC, we Welcome Everyone. It is our mindset that welcomed employees invoke welcomed residents. When you work here, you’re encouraged to be your best, authentic self. With persistent focus, we are strengthening internal mobility, employee engagement, and investing in leadership development to continuously improve the employee experience.
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