Spanish Speaking Occupancy Specialist II (Laurel Estates)

Job Description

Job Description

WinnCompanies is excited to offer a $2,500 sign-on bonus for the Spanish Speaking Occupancy Specialist II position at Laurel Estates! Laurel Estates is a 277-unit affordable housing community located in Waterbury, CT.

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Property Manager with the initial, interim, and annual tenant recertifications at the property by working with multilayered affordable programs.

Please note that the pay range for this position is $19.24 to $24.59 per hour, depending on experience. Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Responsibilities

• Process initial, interim, and annual recertifications.
• Notify residents of their impending recertifications using notices supplied by Property Management Software.
• Conduct the recertification interviews with residents.
• Review each recertification to ensure that all checklist items are complete.
• Send recertification verification forms to the appropriate agencies (e.g., Social Security Administration, place of employment, welfare agency, Veterans Administration) relevant banks, and other organizations (e.g., drug stores).
• Complete the recertification worksheet necessary to prepare the voucher (i.e., Form 50059) for the local HUD office, state agency, or local housing authority.
• Assist the Property Management staff with preparing for the property review by owners, regulatory agencies, auditors, etc., as necessary.
• Ensure all information is accurate and entered in the Property Management Software.
• Comply with company policies regarding the proper treatment of Tax Credit and Resident files.
• Assist the Property Management staff with all facets of the move-in process.
• Ensure that files comply with the regulations of all funding / regulatory agencies.
• Ensure recertifications are fully completed and executed with Property Manager and resident signatures by the date due.
• Ensure that the recertification reporting calendar is followed and that all recertification reports and letters to tenants are run and delivered timely.
• Ensure all prospect information is maintained and managed in a waitlist and in compliance with regulations, including but not limited to : completing guest cards, purging the waitlist at periodic intervals to ensure active and available prospects are at the top of the list, keeping in contact with the top prospects to ensure interest continues when vacancies become available, etc.
• Show vacant apartments or take prospects on property tours to solidify interest and pre-qualify applicants as necessary explaining income qualifications and required documentation for certification process.
• Perform special assignments as necessary.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

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Our Benefits :

Regular full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits :

Why WinnCompanies?

A job you can be proud of :  WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives.

A job that challenges you :  Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace.

A job you can learn from :  We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.

A team that cares :   We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.

About Us :

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,300+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

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Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Current Winn employees should apply through this internal link.