Skills for Chicagoland's Future

Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area.

To be eligible for Skills for Chicagoland’s Future’s services, candidates must reside in Chicagoland (Cook, Lake, McHenry, Kane, Kendall, DuPage, or Will County in Illinois), and be either unemployed or underemployed, defined as working fewer than 32 hours per week or outside their field.

POAH Communities- Woodlawn Resource Center

POAH Communities leases and operates over 100 properties across the country. Providing high-quality property management and customer service, they connect their residents with opportunities and partnerships to create both a residence and a community. Be part of their talented, energetic, and customer-service oriented team!

Job Highlights

  • Ensures that systems are aligned within the parameters of HUD (Housing and Urban Development) and state housing agency
  • Guarantees all applicable regulations are in place or created to maximize resident and employee safety and health
  • Makes certain that all contracts are professionally prepared and that adequate engineering specifications are contractually incorporated for all major repair work
  • Ensures that compliance with all federal, state, and local laws are maintained
  • Assists in collecting rents, processing move-ins/move-outs in the Yardi system, and completing annual and interim certifications of households
  • Works closely with other staff members who work in the property’s office or who may also work in the maintenance area

Location

Chicago

Benefits

Childcare Assistance;Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Maternity Leave;Medical;Parent Leave;Personal;Retirement/401K;Sick;Vacation;Vision

Pay Rate

$25.56 - $27.00 per hour

Candidate Profile

  • Previous experience with government-assisted and subsidized housing programs is required
  • Certified as a tax credit specialist and/or occupancy specialist
  • Must have hands-on experience and demonstrated ability to successfully assist in day-to-day operations, maintenance programs, marketing and leasing activities, occupancy, and annual tenant certifications
  • Strong verbal, written, and customer service communication skills are essential
  • Computer proficiency (specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook) is a plus, as is familiarity with Yardi software
  • Must have the ability to envision and create (in concert with manager, residents, and staff) a harmonious, cohesive atmosphere
  • Flexibility, positive attitude, team orientation, and a willingness to learn are a must

Schedule

1st Shift

Education Profile

High School Diploma/GED