Occupancy Specialist ; Valley View Village

Winn Companies is looking for an Occupancy Specialist I to join our team at affordable multi‑site properties with up to 150 units in Selma, CA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, depending on experience. The selected candidate will typically work Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Process initial, interim, and annual recertifications.
• Notify residents of their impending recertifications using notices supplied by Property Management Software.
• Conduct recertification interviews with residents.
• Review each recertification to ensure all checklist items are complete.
• Send recertification verification forms to the appropriate agencies (e.g., Social Security Administration, place of employment, welfare agency, Veterans Administration) and other organizations (e.g., drug stores).
• Complete the recertification worksheet (Form 50059) for the local HUD office, state agency, or local housing authority.
• Finalize the recertification worksheet so that the annual Tax Credit reports (Tenant Income Certification TIC) may be prepared for the state compliance agency.
• Assist Property Management staff with preparing for property reviews by owners, regulatory agencies, auditors, etc.
• Ensure all information is accurate and entered in the Property Management Software.
• Comply with company policies regarding the proper treatment of Tax Credit and Resident files.
• Assist with all facets of the move‑in process.
• Ensure files comply with the regulations of all funding/regulatory agencies, such as HOME and HIF.
• Maintain proper treatment of residents’ personal and private information in accordance with local, state, and federal law.
• Ensure recertifications are fully completed and executed with Property Manager and resident signatures by the due date.
• Maintain the recertification reporting calendar and ensure all reports and letters to tenants are run and delivered on time.
• Maintain and manage prospect information on the waitlist, including completing guest cards and purging the waitlist at periodic intervals.
• Engage in marketing activities to increase prospect activity, show vacant apartments, and conduct property tours.
• Assist with PBA, Project Based Section 8, or other subsidy contract renewals, including calculation of utility allowances (HUD Contracts).
• Perform special assignments as necessary.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• A current driver’s license in good standing and ability to meet driving record standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Flexibility to assist sister properties in the area.
• Experience with computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to consistently meet required deadlines and follow schedules.
• Ability to complete repetitive tasks with a high level of detail.
• Ability to plan and schedule four months of work activity.

• Associate’s degree.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience with Yardi or Real Page property management software.
• SHCM certification.
• COS or CPO certifications.

• Generous time off policies, including 11 paid holidays, 12 for MA employees, accrued time off increasing with years of service, paid sick time, annual day of service, floating holiday.
• 401(k) plan options with a company match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability;
  Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance.
• Health Expense Reimbursement program.
• Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities.
• Wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program, and commuter and parking reimbursements.
• Employee Corporate Discount Programs.
• Flexible and/or hybrid schedules for certain roles.
• Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships.
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A background check, including criminal, employment verification, reference checks, credit history, and drug testing, is required for this position due to responsibilities involving resident paperwork, rental payments, unit inspections, and processing financial data.