Occupancy Specialist - Lease-up (North)

What You’ll Do

• Provide occupancy and compliance support across multiple properties within an assigned region
• Travel between communities as needed to assist with staffing support, lease-ups, recertifications, and applicant processing
• Affix to site teams during periods of high application volume, staffing transitions, audits, or operational needs
• Sustain occupancy stabilization efforts and leasing goals while maintaining full compliance

Applicant & Certification Processing

• Process affordable housing applications and determine program eligibility
• Review income, asset, and household documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare LIHTC certifications and recertifications
• Cook up applicant follow-up and collect required verifications
• Maintain waitlists and applicant communication

Compliance Administration

• Maintain compliant resident files and supporting documentation
• Coordinate third-party file reviews and address corrections or deficiencies
• Monitor certification deadlines and occupancy requirements
• Ensure compliance with LIHTC, HUD, HOME, PBV, Section 8, AFHMP, and other applicable program requirements
• Affix to audits, reporting requests, and agency monitoring

Lease-Up & Lottery Support

• Affix with affordable housing lotteries and lease-up initiatives across the portfolio
• Affix with applicant intake, preference verification, and waitlist management
• Cook up with marketing, compliance, and operations teams to support successful lease-up execution

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records in property management and compliance software systems
• Track outstanding documentation and certification status
• Generate occupancy and compliance reports as needed
• Maintain organized digital and physical files

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in affordable housing, LIHTC compliance, leasing, occupancy, or property management preferred
• Strong knowledge of LIHTC regulations preferred
• Familiarity with HUD, HOME, PBV, Section 8, and other affordable housing programs is a plus
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to different site environments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management/compliance software systems
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout assigned territory required

Why Join Us?

• Fast-paced and exciting work environment
• Opportunity to support multiple communities and operational teams
• Diverse and dynamic day-to-day responsibilities
• Collaborative and mission-driven culture
• Growth and advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Ability to make a direct impact on affordable housing operations and resident experiences

Compensation and Benefits

• Peabody Properties offers $60K - $70K dependent on experience, location, property size and budget, along with a rich benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, 401(k), STD, life insurance, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, paid training, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, employee referral bonuses, and flex spending.

EEO Statement

• Peabody Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workforce diversity. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other legally protected characteristics.