LIHTC Occupancy Specialist

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Community Information: Learn more about Willow Crossing here!

Salary: $28-$30 an hour DOE

Schedule: Full-time; Monday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm.

Benefits

Our purpose is to create a community where people feel seen, because we believe when people feel seen, they thrive. By cultivating award-winning workplaces, we foster an environment of connection, compassion and fun that our personnel extend to everyday life at their communities. Happy, inspired associates lead to happy, supported residents. We are dedicated to our boutique, at-scale approach to property management and building communities that flourish, which stems from hiring strong associates to grow with Team Thrive! Voted one of Washington's best workplaces 7 years in a row, Thrive builds on its culture by offering the following benefits:

• 32 Paid Days off Per Year (PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Personal Day, Paid Days of Service)
• Paid Birthday Off
• Generous Employer Matched 401k plan!
• Medical benefits effective 1st of the month following your start date!
• 100% employee medical & dental insurance paid for non-tobacco associates, 80% covered for tobacco using associates
• Optional HMO dental plan including adult and child orthodontics
• Vision option
• $20,000 life insurance policy
• Long-term disability coverage
• 24 hour Employee Assistance Program/Hotline
• Discounted Pet Insurance rates additional voluntary benefit options
• $300 annual professional development/tuition reimbursement
• Training opportunities and career progression/growth plans!
  

LIHTC Occupancy Specialist Purpose

The Occupancy Specialist assisting in the preparation and delivery of affordable housing files for the property to ensure on-going affordable housing program(s) compliance and adherence according to local and state requirements and policies.

The Occupancy Specialist has the overall responsibility of processing and reviewing all residents and applicants tax credit certifications paperwork while adhering to Thrive Compliance standards, which includes uploading files for review to our auditing partner, generating leases once approved by our auditing partner, and ensuring completed files are archived for future funders and investors audits as well as state reporting requirements. In this role, the Occupancy Specialist will work in collaboration with other Thrive Compliance and Property Management staff.

The Occupancy Specialist must be well versed in affordable housing practices and evaluations, including the consideration of marketing needs and have an excellent in-depth content knowledge and ability to support staff on Low-income Tax Credit programs including but not limited to: eligibility, student rules, fair housing, limited English proficiency, rent schedules and utility allowance processes.

LIHTC Occupancy Specialist Job Responsibilities

• Process and submit for review to our compliance auditor all tax credit certifications and recertification files assigned within the property for approval.
• Complete final move in and audit Yardi for accuracy (HEC, lease and utility charges, subsidy portions).
• Manage the electronic storage of tax credit/lease agreement files in Yardi and Thrive software.
• Obtain copies of first year files, review for completeness and arrange for proper electronic storage.
• Oversee and manage as needed extended vacancies report.
• Audit WBARS for accuracy and work with Compliance Manager for accuracy.
• Updating property and resident tax credit certification information into Yardi software including units, utility allowances, income and rent limits.
• Report potential non-compliance issues to Compliance Manager, Community Manager and Regional Manager.
• Assist as needed with the completion of the Tenant Selection Plan (TSP), Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plan (AFHMP) and Language Assistance (LAP) for the property as well as any other documents as required.
• Support the Community Manager during audits and annual reporting as needed.
• Ensure the third-party compliance software is being used properly at the property.
• Assist with projects and/or other Property Management Operations activities as needed.
  
  

LIHTC Occupancy Specialist Qualifications

• Proven experience in meeting affordable program requirements, specifically WSHFC programs.
• 1-2 years on site property management experience in leasing and/or certification processing
• Experience in Yardi/ CRM preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and/or HUD subsidized housing programs.
• Able to interpret and understand tenant file information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Demonstrates strong judgement and critical thinking skills.
• Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide technical assistance on reporting complex compliance issues in a simple, straightforward manner to residents.
• Ability to interpret complex documents, like regulatory agreements and program regulations.
• Must have valid driver’s license
  
  

If you do not fully meet the qualifications listed above but feel you have the skills and experience to be able to be successful in this position, we welcome your application! Whether this or another position within Thrive, we would love to help you find the right role in our organization.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on specific needs of the day. Estimated 70% of time is spent sitting at a desk and 30% standing/walking
• Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to perform the following physical activities:
• Writing/Typing - Laptop/Keyboard, notes
• Grasping/Turning - Telephone, doorknob use
• Finger dexterity - Typing, operation of office equipment
• Lifting/Carrying (paperwork, deliveries, files, miscellaneous):
• 20 - 25 lbs (Occasional need, 1% to 33% of the time)
• Less than 20 lbs (Frequent need, 33% to 66% of the time)
• Under 10 lbs (Constant Need, 66% to 100% of the time)
• For more information regarding the work environment, physical, and mental requirements, please contact Careers@thrivecommunities.com.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Diversity is celebrated at Thrive as we believe it makes us a better company. Our hope is that each associate feels welcomed, respected, and appreciated for their unique contributions. From our hiring practices, performance reviews, raise decisions, and opportunities for promotions, Thrive follows consistent and fair practices to ensure all Thrive employees and potential employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement based on merit, and are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or on any other legally protected basis. Our Human Resources department works with teams to make reasonable accommodations for those that require assistance in being able to participate in the interview process or meet the requirements of their position.

Background Check & Drug Screen Policy

Thrive Communities conducts background checks and drug screens for onsite property associates after the conditional offer of employment is accepted, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be asked to authorize these screenings and results will be reviewed by a designated HR representative. For questions about what will be reviewed on the criminal history, please contact careers@thrivecommunities.com.

The 4-panel Drug Screen Tests For The Following

• Amphetamines including Methamphetamine
• Cocaine Metabolites
• Opiates including Codeine and Morphine
• Phencyclidine ("PCP")
  
  

Thrive Communities reserves the right to modify this policy at any time without notice.