Housing Specialist

Manage lease expirations and deadlines for individual residents and/or corporates as well as quarterly/annual community recertifications (if required) and any additional program requirements.

Track and manage all BMR vacancies, effectively work the appropriate wait lists, market available apartments and work with the cities/counties/programs to ensure vacancy remains below 30-days.

Understand and remain attuned to program, local, state, and national legal requirements.
1 year of experience in affordable housing program and/or property management preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Strong organization and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

YARDI experience strongly preferred. Operates in a fast-paced work setting. Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities. May involve tight deadlines and high-energy work situations. Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Minimal physical effort in the day-to-day tasks. Ability to report to corporate office and/or site as requested.  Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires basic analytical skills. Come build a career with us! Essex Property Trust is an S&P 500 company and a proven leader in West Coast apartments. We are committed to the vibrant communities in which we operate, and we continually push to innovate, improve, and add value to the lives of our residents, associates, and shareholders.

At Essex, we believe a company focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is the key driver of innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities to grow your career, and a positive workplace environment in which every employee is empowered to provide a meaningful contribution to our Company’s mission. All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more.

With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority! Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.
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