Leasing and Occupancy Specialist

About the role

The Leasing and Occupancy Specialist is responsible for maximizing occupancy by managing applicant pipelines, maintaining waiting lists, coordinating move-ins, and supporting leasing activities across the portfolio. This role works closely with Property Management and Compliance teams to ensure timely placement of qualified applicants while maintaining compliance with affordable housing program requirements, and will take the lead on marketing plans with both MOHCD and HUD, and will assist Compliance with various annual reporting requirements. Compliance-related duties should generally support, rather than replace, the specialized review and approval functions of Compliance staff.

A private non-profit founded in 1977, Chinatown Community Development Center believes in a comprehensive vision of community. We own and/or manage approximately 30 affordable housing buildings serving over 3,800 low-income seniors, single adults, formerly homeless adults, and families of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds in San Francisco’s Chinatown, Tenderloin, Western Addition, and Polk Gulch neighborhoods. We also build housing, develop grassroots leadership, and engage low-income residents and youth. Our employees are passionate about the mission; thrive in a family organizational culture; and embody values of empowerment, teamwork, and compassion. Chin