Occupancy Specialist I (Trumbull Park)

WinnCompanies is looking for a

Occupancy Specialist I

to join our team at

Trumbull Park,

a 465-unit public housing community located in

Chicago, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Property Manager with the initial, interim and annual tenant recertifications at the property or properties. Please note that the work schedule is as follows: Monday through Friday, from 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Additionally, the selected candidate will be required by the Chicago Housing Authority to obtain Public Housing Rent Calculation Certification once in the role. Responsibilities

Process initial, interim and annual recertifications, including notifying 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 appropriate agencies (e.g., Social Security Administration, place of employment, welfare agency, Veterans Administration) and relevant banks and organizations. Complete the recertification worksheet necessary to prepare the voucher (i.e., Form 50059) for the local HUD office, state agency, or local housing authority; ensure that the resident signs the recertification (HUD sites only). Complete the recertification worksheet for the annual Tax Credit reports (Tenant Income Certification TIC) to be prepared for the state compliance agency, ensuring that the resident signs all applicable paperwork. 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 Property Management staff with all facets of the move-in process; ensure files comply with the regulations of all funding/regulatory agencies, such as HOME and HIF. Ensure recertifications are fully completed and executed with Property Manager and resident signatures by the due date. Ensure the proper treatment of residents’ personal and private information; maintain records in accordance with local, state and/or federal law. Ensure that the recertification reporting calendar is followed and that all recertification reports and letters to tenants are run and delivered timely. Maintain and manage prospect information in a waitlist in compliance with regulations for waitlist management, including completion of guest cards and purging the waitlist at periodic intervals. Engage in marketing activities to increase prospect activities, show vacant apartments, or take prospects on property tours to solidify interest and pre-qualify applicants. Assist Property Management with PBA, Project Based Section 8 or other subsidy contract renewals, including calculation of utility allowances (HUD Contracts). Perform special assignments as needed. Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent. 1-3 years of relevant work experience. Ability to obtain Public Housing Rent Calculation Certification. Basic recertification knowledge. Ability to use auditing tool effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Solid organizational and administrative skills. Excellent customer service skills. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Superb attention to detail. Ability to consistently meet required deadlines and follow schedules. Ability to plan and schedule 4 months of work activity. Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree. Experience in property management, affordable/tax credit programs, hospitality, or customer service. Experience with Yardi or RealPage property management software. SHCM certification. Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) certification. Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) certification. Our Benefits: Permanent full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits: Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays; Generous 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 Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual 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 (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions) Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more!) Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships To learn more, visit

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WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,400+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 24 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. If you are a California Resident, please see our Notice of Collection

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