Occupancy Specialist - Temp

City: Seattle, WA (On-Site) - Capitol Hill

Pay

$28-30/hr

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 hr days
Temporary - 3 month contract

About the role

Join a stable, mission-driven organization dedicated to affordable housing. Opportunity to work with an experienced compliance and property management team in a supportive environment focused on serving the local community.

About the organization

Our client is a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to providing safe, affordable housing throughout the Seattle area. With a portfolio of nearly 50 apartment communities serving more than 2,000 residents, they have built a strong reputation for creating inclusive neighborhoods and fostering long-term community partnerships. Their team is committed to making a meaningful impact while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and resident service.

Responsibilities

• Process move-in applications, transfers, annual and interim recertifications, and compliance updates for a portfolio of affordable and market-rate housing communities.
• Review rental applications and determine eligibility in accordance with HUD, Tax Credit, MFTE, and other affordable housing program requirements.
• Prepare electronic lease documents and process waitlist applicants for subsidized housing programs.
• Maintain accurate tenant records and update property management databases with a high level of accuracy.
• Coordinate annual and interim certifications while ensuring deadlines are met and subsidy compliance is maintained.
• Process housing voucher changes and resident accommodations in accordance with Fair Housing and ADA requirements.
• Collaborate with Property Management and Leasing teams to support occupancy goals and portfolio compliance.
• Maintain detailed documentation, reports, and tenant files while handling confidential resident information professionally.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working with affordable housing programs such as HUD, Tax Credit, MFTE, HOME, or similar housing assistance programs.
• Experience processing certifications and maintaining compliance documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong administrative skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with residents, applicants, and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently while prioritizing a high-volume workload.

Preferred Qualifications

• Affordable Housing certification (HUD, Tax Credit, or related program).
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations, ADA requirements, and Washington landlord-tenant laws.
• Previous experience in property management or compliance administration.

Why this opportunity

If you're passionate about affordable housing, thrive in a detail-oriented environment, and enjoy ensuring compliance while helping residents navigate the housing process, this is an opportunity to join a collaborative organization making a lasting impact throughout the Seattle community.