Senior Leasing Specialist - Affordable Housing

The Sr Leasing Specialist coordinates and performs leasing, occupancy, and affordable housing compliance activities for assigned HumanGood Affordable Housing communities. The position supports new construction, rehabilitation, acquisition, and other lease-up projects from pre-leasing through stabilization and performs ongoing vacancy leasing and resident recertifications as assigned. The role processes applications, eligibility certifications, resident files, leases, move-ins, and recertifications in accordance with applicable HUD, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Fair Housing, regulatory, and HumanGood requirements. The Leasing Specialist works closely with Compliance, Operations, Development, community leadership, residents, applicants, and external partners to support occupancy goals and compliant housing operations.

Schedule: FULL-TIME

• Monday - Friday at 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay Range: $36-38/hour, depending on experience

Travel: This position requires 80% travel to support multiple communities primarily within the Seattle & Tacoma, WA area.

To be successful in this role, you would have:

• 5 years of experience in affordable housing leasing, occupancy, property management, compliance, or a related is required.
• Experience with applicant eligibility, income and asset verification, certifications, leasing, move-ins, recertifications, and affordable housing resident files required.
  
• Ability to travel to assigned communities and project locations. 
• Working knowledge of HUD, LIHTC, Fair Housing, and other applicable affordable housing occupancy requirements.
• Ability to accurately interpret and apply established regulations, policies, tenant-selection plans, and documentation requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, customer-service, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple files, applicants, and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and property management, compliance, or related information systems.
• HUD Occupancy Specialist, Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS), Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO), or comparable credential, or ability to obtain an approved certification within six months of hire.
• Preferred experience with: Yardi, RealPage, HCCP, SHCM or another affordable housing compliance credential.

• May require walking throughout apartment communities and properties undergoing construction or rehabilitation, including stairs and uneven surfaces. May occasionally be exposed to weather conditions, moderate noise, and construction or rehabilitation activity.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may change or be assigned as business needs evolve, consistent with applicable law. The organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

What a day in the life may include:

• Coordinate lease-up and leasing activities, including applications, screening, eligibility, certifications, leases, and move-ins.
• Maintain accurate applicant, resident, occupancy, waitlist, and compliance records.
• Ensure compliance with HUD, LIHTC, Fair Housing, agency, and organizational requirements.
• Partner with Operations, Compliance, Development, Resident Services, and regional leadership to meet occupancy and lease-up goals.
• Support recertifications, audits, marketing/outreach, team training, and temporary on-site lease-up needs.

What's in it for you? 

 At HumanGood, we’re driven by purpose—reimagining senior living and creating communities where older adults can thrive. When you join us, you’re part of something bigger, making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day. Build your future where you’re supported — you’ll have the total rewards you need to build a confident, secure life for you and your family. Count on a compensation package that maximizes your health, wealth and well-being. And adds up to 40% in value to your base compensation.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits and perks to support you, including*:

• Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1st of the month following your start date
• 20 days of paid time off (increases with years of service), plus 7 company holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest
• HSA option with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
• $25/line unlimited cell phone plan (plus taxes and fees)
• Cell Phone Stipend
• 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program
• *Please Note: Benefit eligibility is determined by employment status and regularly scheduled hours.

As team members support residents, HumanGood supports team members. Here, you'll have the benefits and compensation you need to build a secure life for your family, and real opportunities to grow in your career, gain leadership skills and develop personally. Join us. You'll make a difference by helping our team members and our residents realize their full human potential. Learn more at www.HGcareers.org

Come see what HumanGood has to offer!

Salary : $36 - $38