Assistant Property Manager - Edgewater

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At Hispanic Housing, our vision is to provide affordable housing that people are proud to call home. In creating quality housing, a safe and stable environment, and by providing superior customer service, we help create part of the foundation that enables people to make a better life for themselves, their families, their neighbors, and communities.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Property Manager to join our team and help us carry out our vision for a Section 8 multifamily and elderly development in West Chicago, IL
. The candidate must be team oriented with experience in affordable housing and residential property management, excel in providing superior customer service to residents, be bilingual in Spanish/English, and have mandatory Section 8 experience.

• Communicates all problems and special cases and makes recommendations to the Property Manager and the Property Supervisor.
• Processes re-certifications (i.e., sets up interviews, assists with filling out forms, follows up with processing information, performs rent calculations, prepares leases).
• Inspects site grounds and common hallways on a regular basis.
• Monitors make‑ready status of vacant apartments.
• Conducts housekeeping home visits and marketing outreach to local agencies and businesses.
• Acts as a liaison and advocate on behalf of the residents to public and private agencies.
• Carries out rent collection program and follow‑up procedures for delinquent rent and evictions in accordance with approved HHDC policies.

• High school diploma (minimum); 2‑year or 4‑year degree a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and property management software.
• Affordable housing leasing experience required (2‑year minimum).
• Must have or be able to obtain State of Illinois AMP Leasing Certificate.
• Must have experience working with the Tax Credit program/affordable housing.
• Good communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English/Spanish is a plus.
• Confident, positive attitude and manner.
• Able to interact effectively with a wide range of people.