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ABOUT MIDPEN

At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.

We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity.

MidPen is, once again, proud to be certified as an official Great Place to Work® in 2025.

LOCATION: Roving, Multiple Locations

This position is based out of our Union City home office; however, in-office days will be spent at our Leasing Site locations, which may vary frequently based on business needs.

LEASING COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Responsibilities:

• Lead leasing kick-off and setup calls, emphasizing cross-team collaboration, communication, and process ownership.

• Provide on-site support to leasing offices as needed, based on business requirements and leadership direction.

• Train Lease Up Operations team on Tenant File compliance and ensure understanding of affordable housing regulations.

• Conduct weekly check-ins with the Lease Up Operations team to monitor progress and address challenges.

• Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with MidPen policies and leasing objectives.

• Audit leasing trackers to verify data accuracy and monitor file processing status.

• Review and approve program-eligible files, including final qualification documents and lease packets.

• Serve as liaison with investor auditors during 100% lease-up, coordinating responses and escalating risks appropriately.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Must obtain Tax Credit Specialist or Certified Occupancy Specialist certification (or equivalent) within 6 months of hire.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Affordable Housing, Property Management, Leasing, or Housing Compliance.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Adobe Acrobat.

• Experience with property management software (e.g., RealPage, Yardi, Boston Post) preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, and prioritization skills; detail-oriented and able to work independently.

• Valid California Driver’s License, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation required.

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as sitting frequently, occasional lifting (up to 15 lbs), and light desk-based work.

PAY RANGE

$70,304 - $78,300 Annual Salary - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications

Auto allowance provided

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

• Health Insurance

• Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance

• 403(b) Retirement Investment

• Employee Education Reimbursement Program

• Paid Parental Leave

• FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits

• EAP Program

• Pet Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Company Holidays

• Wellness Days

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please notify your recruiter. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.