Leasing Assistant

Leasing Assistant

ABOUT US

POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500+ professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it's about creating environments where residents can thrive. Our commitment to excellence in affordable housing management serves as a foundation for resident success and community empowerment.

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ABOUT THE ROLE
POAH Communities is seeking an individual to serve as Leasing Assistant. This individual will report to the Property Manager. Gardner Terrace II and Hebronville Mill are about three miles south of downtown along the Ten Mile River and formerly served as textile mills. Garden Terrace II is made up of 52 one-bedroom apartments, while Hebronville Mill has a total of 83 units, featuring one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. The renovation of Gardner Terrace II & Hebronville Mill features a substantial renovation of the oldest historic structure on site. The North Mill at Hebronville will receive a full renovation that will preserve the structural and exterior historic elements of the building. The remaining buildings will receive significant upgrades as well. Interior improvements are designed to provide full renovations of kitchens and bathrooms, with eight units being upgraded or adapted for barrier-free accessible living. Upgrades to common areas will include elevators and restrooms compliant with accessibility standards, and a new management office and community room.

ABOUT YOUR IMPACT
The Leasing Assistant position will present apartments and their provided amenities in a positive light to prospective tenants. The Leasing Assistant will also:

• Manage marketing of vacant units and timely rent collection to meet the properties' budgetary goals following company policies and procedures and applicable HUD regulations.
• Advertise available apartments using a variety of media and promoting materials
• Demonstrates knowledge, skills and ability necessary to understand the tasks and processes associated with the public housing occupancy cycle.
• Facilitate residents' interviewing and screening process.
• Understand the lease and grievance procedures.
• Assist the Property Manager by ensuring that systems are in place or created to maximize resident and employee safety and health, and to preserve physical assets.
• Implement procedures including maintaining wait lists, evaluating eligibility and income, calculating rents and utility allowances.

ABOUT YOU

• Minimum of two years of experience in affordable property management or LIHTC leasing.
• Strong verbal, written and customer service communication skills.
• Basic proficiency in the use of computers including Word and Excel.
• Some post high school education preferred.
• Familiarity with Yardi software is a plus.
• Knowledge of HUD regulations, forms, inspection criteria and processes.
• Knowledge of multilayered programs such as RAD, Project Base Section 8, Housing Choice Vouchers and Tax Credit.