Occupancy Specialist

Barkan Management Company•Boston, MA

14h

About The Position

If you are looking for a rewarding role with opportunities for growth at a company that values integrity, innovation, and teamwork, look no further! Barkan Management Company is a leading property management firm serving over 200 residential communities across 8 states, with regional offices in Boston and Washington D.C. Founded in 1964, we have over 50 years of experience in real estate, specializing in community association and multi-family management, encompassing market rate and affordable housing. Our team of over 800 talented professionals shares a commitment to delivering unparalleled service, maintaining the highest quality standards, and exceeding client expectations.  Join us as we continue to redefine the standards of excellence in property management! The Occupancy Specialist works under the direction of the Property Manager to perform Annual and Interim Income Recertifications, Move-Ins, and various other tasks. Candidates must relate well to people, and exercise good judgment and discretion in dealing with residents, vendors, and co-workers. An ideal candidate will have experience with Project-Based Section 8 subsidized housing or Tax Credit (LIHTC) and and be familiar with Yardi.

Requirements

Familiarity with the general management of subsidized housing programs including: LIHTC, project-based section 8.
Experience in HUD/Affordable Housing
Excellent and proven customer skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Professional demeanor with the ability to adapt to last-minute changes.
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Conduct interviews with applicants and help prepare lease agreements for Move-Ins in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Conduct interviews with residents for Annual Recertification, complete recertification related documents, and maintain tracking log for our records.
Send out documentation to residents for Interim and Annual Recertifications in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Calculate rents for Annual and Interim Recertifications.
Exercise common sense, good judgment, consistency, and self-control in day-to-day contact with applicants and in other business-related matters.
Process, complete, and maintain accurate resident files at move-in within established regulatory guidelines.
Maintain superb relationship with residents and adheres to Fair Housing Equal Employment and Equal Housing Opportunity requirements.
Utilizes Yardi Software, property management software, or relevant waiting list programs.
Create and update spreadsheets, fliers, reports and other documents as requested.
Complete data entry and other assigned projects in a timely and accurate manner.
Utilize secure systems such as EIV to monitor income discrepancies.