Occupancy Specialist/Community Coordinator (Carl Mackley Houses)

WinnCompanies is looking for an Occupancy Specialist/Community Coordinator to join our team at Carl Mackley Houses, a 184-unit affordable housing and commercial property located in Philadelphia, PA.

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Property Manager with the initial, interim, and annual tenant recertifications at the property. You will also work closely with residents, partners, and the community staff to identify needs, interests and opportunities for individuals and the community at large.

• Process initial, interim, and annual recertifications.
• Notify residents of their impending recertifications using notices supplied by Property Management Software.
• Conduct the recertification interviews with residents.
• Review each recertification to ensure that 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) relevant banks, and other organizations (e.g., drug stores).
• Complete the recertification worksheet necessary to prepare the voucher (i.e., Form 50059) for the local HUD office, state agency, or local housing authority.
• Assist the Property Management staff with preparing for the property review by owners, regulatory agencies, auditors, etc., as necessary.
• 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 the Property Management staff with all facets of the move-in process.
• Ensure that files comply with the regulations of all funding/regulatory agencies.
• Ensure recertifications are fully completed and executed with Property Manager and resident signatures by the date due.
• Ensure that the recertification reporting calendar is followed and that all recertification reports and letters to tenants are run and delivered timely.
• Ensure all prospect information is maintained and managed in a waitlist and in compliance with regulations.
• Create and implement an annual Connected Communities plan for the community based on need, interest, and opportunities. Create a comprehensive strategy for program development and implementation, information collection, partnership development, and budget implications.
• Manage property Connected Communities budget. Review and track goals with Property Managers and Regional Managers.
• Coordinate resources for residents that address six key community outcomes: housing stability, employment, economic mobility, education, health, and community engagement.
• Provide direct resident services assistance, program referrals, and 1-1 coaching (when necessary) to individuals and families based on assessed need.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local service providers, resident leadership, community stakeholders, and other community partners in Winn’s 6 key outcome areas.
• Create and manage Memorandums of Agreement (MOUs) with third parties providing services and programs on and off-site for residents.
• Utilizing Apricot 360, collect, manage, report on, and analyze resident data, and ensure accuracy and consistency with established data.
• Data is collected through annual resident surveys, resident touchpoints, community programs, activities, and partner reporting.
• Effectively develop methods of communication with residents, including but not limited to quarterly community meetings, a monthly community newsletter, event flyers, and social media updates.
• Actively participate in professional development opportunities provided by the region, department, and Winn.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with various computer systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated success with partner management.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Superb attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities.

• Associate's degree in Business or Social Work.
• Experience in hospitality, customer service, sales, retail, or the restaurant industry.
• Experience with property management and affordable/tax credit programs.
• Experience with Yardi or RealPage property management software.

Our Benefits:

Regular full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

- Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays (12 for MA employees); Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service; Generous 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 that place undue financial stress on them and their families

- To learn more, visit winnbenefits.com

Why WinnCompanies?

A job you can be proud of: WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives. 

A job that challenges you: Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace. 

A job you can learn from: We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.

A team that cares: We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.

About Us:

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 – 4,300+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

If you are a California Resident, please see our Notice of Collection here.

Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Current Winn employees should apply through this internal link.