Abode Communities is a regional non-profit architectural, real estate development and property management firm.

Abode Communities Property Management manages 35 multifamily residential communities serving some 6,200 low-income people throughout California. The organization, with a 98% portfolio-wide occupancy rate, offers a full range of professional services to ensure our residential portfolios, and housing portfolios of similar community development organizations, remain physically solvent and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Property management staff members go above and beyond to ensure each property managed becomes a pillar within its community. This is accomplished through the creation of vibrant, connected spaces that support each resident’s emotional, physical and financial ability to thrive.

The Leasing & Compliance Specialist will be supervised by the Lead Compliance Specialist during the lease-up schedule of Camino del Mar and Vista del Mar Apartments in Wilmington. The Leasing Specialist will be responsible to coordinate and manage leasing and compliance activities during the lease-up period.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following:
• Conduct interview with family applicants to initiate the eligibility process
• Run the credit and background checks on all adults
• Mail required verifications to complete the eligibility process
• Track all incoming verifications to ensure files are complete for calculating
• Follow-up on pending verifications with sources and applicants.
• Calculate files as completed.
• Prepare completed files for final review by Compliance
• Maintain all application files in an organized manner
• Assist and support other PM staff assisting in the lease-up process.
• Provide regular updates on progress and challenges. Prepare weekly reports for Compliance and Management
• Prepare weekly reports for Compliance and Management
• Other duties assigned by Lead Compliance and the Regional Property Supervisor as needed.

• Knowledgeable and verifiable training in Tax Credit programs.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience in monitoring Tax Credit programs.
• Knowledgeable and trained in Fair Housing regulations.
• Computer literate.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to take initiative in problem solving and possess strong analytical skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Sensitive to the needs and concerns of low-income persons and possess a commitment to affordable housing.

This position starts on a temporary basis - 4 to 6 months.

Abode Communities is an equal opportunity employer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.