Property & Program Specialist – Itasca County HRA

Position Summary: Are you in search of an exhilarating career dedicated to providing and managing safe and affordable housing in our community? The Itasca County Housing and Redevelopment Authority has the perfect job for you featuring attractive benefits, and a welcoming work environment. This position is responsible for the administration and management of both federally subsidized townhomes and non-subsidized apartments in Grand Rapids, MN. $25—$35 per hour with generous benefits package. Summary of Principal Duties: • Provides exceptional customer service and fosters good resident relations • Oversees and participates in the showing of apartments and properties • Process move in, annual and interim recertifications for rent assistance to accurately determine rent subsidy • Prepares leasing documents and conducts leasing appointments. • Coordinates tenant turnover, including processing eviction actions, and responsible to ensure leasing schedules are met • Maintains resident files and other records related to assigned rental housing programs. • Attend trainings, workshops, and meetings to keep informed of new procedures and policy changes QUALIFICATIONS: 2-years’ post secondary education Experience in property management, housing field, or social services programs. Demonstrated excellent communication skills Computer proficiency and ability to learn housing specific software Highly Detailed-Oriented Excellent communication skills KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: ▪ Demonstrate excellent communication skills in dealing with individuals and groups – both oral and written form ▪ Ability to prepare detailed, well-constructed, written notices (letters, memorandums, etc.) ▪ Ability to work independently to evaluate situations, determine appropriate course of action, and proceed with minimal supervision ▪ Excellent organizational and administrative skills ▪ Ability to negotiate, interview, and mediate situations ▪ Ability to collect, analyze, check data, and perform basic mathematical calculations ▪ Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations related to HRA owned housing projects ▪ Proficiency with a computer, basic software (word processing, Excel), and ability to learn housing specific software ▪ Ability to act in a sensitive and equitable manner when dealing with resident and participant complaints and conflict situations ▪ Ability to work in a team environment and be an effective team member to benefit the HRA ▪ High energy level, ethical, honest, trustworthy, respectful, loyal to the organization and desire to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment Complete Position Description is available at www.itascacountyhra.org Please submit cover letter and resume to [email protected]