Housing Development Associate in St. Albans, New York at Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc

NewSalary: $75000
Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc
St. Albans, New York, 11412, United States
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Job Description

Summary:

This position provides support for start-up, development and on-going management of Elmcor’s Supportive/Affordable Housing department providing opportunities for low-income individuals and those with special needs, to improve their health, quality of life and maintain living in the community for as long as possible. Responsible for property management and housing development project management, reporting to funding sources, interfacing with consultants and tenants. This position reports to the VP of Operations and Housing development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Assists the VP of Operations and Housing Development with managing property portfolios.
  • Execute lease agreements, including renewals and amendments.
  • Collect rent payments on time and manage late rent collections.
  • Address tenant concerns and complaints promptly.
  • Enforce lease terms and property rules.
  • Housing development projects; coordinates with architects, engineers, contractors, or other consultants as needed to ensure that construction/capital projects proceed according to schedule.
  • Maintain rent schedules and utility allowances for each property in accordance with funder guidelines.
  • Creates loss to lease, days vacant, delinquencies, and Combined Management Report and any other reports monthly and quarterly to ensure properties are maintaining optimal occupancy and revenue.
  • Assures documentation of maintenance and repair activities, contracted services, and custodial services, ensuring the physical operation meets budgetary and strategic objectives.
  • Tracks the scheduling and oversight of building and grounds upkeep and repair; for safety and security, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation services
  • Oversee and establish service contracts in accordance with insurance, grant, and asset

    • management requirements.

    12. Coordinate industry-appropriate training opportunities for property management and

    emphasize the importance of cross-training for effective blended management and a commitment to high performance and continuous improvement.

    Competencies:

    To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
  • Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities.
  • Ethics – Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
  • Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision making process.
  • Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
  • Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for way to improve and promote quality; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner, Works quickly.
  • Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan.
  • Initiative – Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
  • Participant Service – Manages difficult or emotional participant situations; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
  • Oral and Written Communication – Speaks clearly, listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions: Writes clearly and edits work for spelling and grammar.
  • Quality Management: Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.

    • Qualifications:

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Education and/or Experience:

  • BA/BS preferred or AAS in business, management, real estate development.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in working in either non-profit or for-profit housing development and/or property management. Experience with working with adults around mental health, substance use, and/or homelessness.
  • Must have strong computer skills.
  • Must successfully complete a criminal background check, obtain clearance from the Office of Children and Family Services and toxicology test.

    • Other Skills and Abilities:

  • Responds to changes in work requirements
  • Shows flexibility in changing of schedules as needed.
  • Be willing to take on additional responsibilities as requested.
  • Uses good judgment in bringing issues to the attention of supervisor.
  • Organizes tasks, manages time well and directs oneself.
  • Performs job tasks in a manner that does not result in negative audit reviews.
  • Provides appropriate notice for absences and late arrivals, and is not chronically absent or late.
  • Refers to and follows agency policy and procedures.
  • Responds to opportunities and requirements for skill development.
  • Demonstrates openness to input on work issues from supervisor and co-workers.
  • Meets productivity requirements for position.
  • Maintains a work focused atmosphere; shares techniques for increasing productivity.
  • Performs duties in a manner that expedites work requirements.
  • Manages time, adheres to deadlines and prioritizes tasks.
  • Reports potential safety hazards on agency property.
  • Uses good judgment in matters of safety and liability for which there may not be prescribed procedures.
  • Shares information only where the “need to know” exists.
  • Conversations are conducted with privacy in mind (information is not discussed in public areas).
  • Demonstrates tact, courtesy, and helpfulness in relating to community agencies, coworkers, participants and other associates.
  • Responds to problems and conflict with solution-focused thinking.
  • Works effectively with people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or national origin.

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    Job Location

    St. Albans, New York, 11412, United States

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