Demo

Market Analyst, Rental Assistance

South Middlesex Opportu
Framingham, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Summary : The Market Analyst is the primary point of contact for owners and property managers participating in SMOC’s Rental Assistance Housing Programs. The individual is responsible for processing rent requests and reasonable rent determinations for new and existing units and is expected to build and maintain strong relationships with property owners and property managers.

Why Work for SMOC?

  • Paid Time Off : All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, and 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
  • Employer-paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability for full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical Plans through Mass General Brigham with an HRA Employer cost-sharing program, Dental Plans with Orthodontic Coverage, and EyeMed Vision Insurance available to full-time employees.
  • 403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match starting on day one for all full-time and part-time employees.
  • Additional voluntary benefits including; Term and Whole Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, and Short-Term Disability.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Review, process, and manage all rent increase requests and new unit rents for moves (Requests for Tenancy Approval / RFTA);
  • Conduct rent determination evaluations for new units and rent increases and authorize all rent contract approvals;
  • Complete rent determination process with knowledge of the Section 8 (Federal) and MRVP (State) rental voucher programs;
  • Process all rent approvals in a timely manner utilizing both rent reasonableness and housing specific software;
  • Manage applicable approvals for rents outside of certain comparable ranges;
  • Negotiate rent with landlords where applicable;
  • Communicate with property owners and managers regarding approvals and denials of rent increase requests.
  • Work closely with Rental Assistance Program staff in providing rent approval updates related to staff caseloads.
  • Conduct presentations for landlord workshops and seminars by providing information on topics including rent determination, rental property grading, and SMOC’s rent approval process;
  • Assist owners and property managers with program compliance requirements;
  • Serve as SMOC’s point of contact related to all landlord / owner / property manager issues;
  • Provide coverage support as needed within the Rental Assistance Department;
  • Remain actively involved with SMOC Rental Assistance meetings and trainings;
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Knowledge and Skill Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Required : At least three (3) years of experience in residential property management and / or administration of rental assistance programs and at least one (1) year of experience performing data analysis or forecasting methods, or related activities, preferably in a Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher, or other Federally-assisted housing program;
  • Ability to complete complex and detailed tasks in a timely manner;
  • Ability to plan and prioritize duties;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • Accuracy in making mathematical calculations;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Positive attitude with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills;
  • Ability to work independently within a busy and diverse team setting;
  • Strong computer literacy skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel, tablets, and Cloud interface;
  • Experience using computer software to organize, store, and analyze data;
  • Organizational Relationship : Directly reports to Federal Program Rental Assistance Director.

    Physical Requirement : Ability to lift 25lbs. Ability to walk up and down stairs.

    Working Conditions : As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Market Analyst will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required.

    Remote Work Option : Remote work is permissible in some positions at SMOC depending on the key functions and responsibilities. The Market Analyst position is eligible to work from home 0-40% of the week in scheduling coordination with the department manager.

    We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace

    Monday - Friday; 9am - 5pm

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Market Analyst, Rental Assistance?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Market Analyst, Rental Assistance career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $46,546 - $65,526
    Income Estimation: 
    $68,182 - $133,659
    Income Estimation: 
    $46,546 - $65,526
    Income Estimation: 
    $68,182 - $133,659
    Income Estimation: 
    $68,182 - $133,659
    Income Estimation: 
    $85,168 - $177,520
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at South Middlesex Opportu

    South Middlesex Opportu
    Hired Organization Address Framingham, MA Full Time
    Job Description Job Description Summary : Insure all billing and routine clerical tasks are completed according to the r...
    South Middlesex Opportu
    Hired Organization Address Framingham, MA Full Time
    Summary: Monitor the adherence of house rules and routines by residents, ensure the safety and security of the shelter, ...
    South Middlesex Opportu
    Hired Organization Address Framingham, MA Full Time
    Summary: Positive and creative leader/team member who provides a nurturing classroom. Planning and implementing developm...
    South Middlesex Opportu
    Hired Organization Address Worcester, MA Full Time
    Summary: Provide case management services to participants in a program serving homeless individuals residing at the Emer...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Market Analyst, Rental Assistance jobs in the Framingham, MA area that may be a better fit.

    Billing Specialist, Rental Assistance

    South Middlesex Opportu, Framingham, MA

    Finance Manager-Division of Rental Assistance

    Exec Office of Housing and Livable Communities, Boston, MA

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!