Role OverviewThis position is responsible for searching for units for program clients, developing relationships with property owners, and assisting each party involved in ensuring a fast and smooth lease-up process.
What You Will Do
The Leasing Coordinator will provide unit referrals to clients, assist clients in contacting property owners, setting up tours, and attending unit tours with clients, and facilitate fast lease-ups by assisting with paperwork and conducting unit inspections.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have experience working with the Housing Choice Voucher program or in property management, and knowledge of local, state, and/or federal safety net programs, the Greater Rochester rental housing market, and the role systemic racism plays in shaping communities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Communications, Social Services, or a similar field, or 5 or more years of previous work experience in a similar field
- Experience working with the Housing Choice Voucher program or in property management is preferred
- Knowledge of local, state, and/or federal safety net programs, the Greater Rochester rental housing market, and the role systemic racism plays in shaping communities
- Skills in describing the benefits of social safety net programs to general populations, advocating on behalf of clients, Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a diverse clientele, develop rapport with property owners and clients
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
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