Career Opportunities

Landlord Engagement Specialist

The Landlord Engagement Specialists is part of a multi-disciplinary team of outreach, intake, case management, and program staff who work together to address housing stability needs. This is a dynamic position that requires the ability to locate and secure permanent housing opportunities for program participants through outreach to housing providers such as private landlords, property management companies and subsidized housing providers. The Landlord Engagement Specialist collaborates closely with

housing providers and program participant to mediate landlord -tenant issues to help ensue successful tenancies. This position offers the unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of countless individuals in our communities.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform duties with little supervision.

• Conduct comprehensive research, outreach, education, and public relations to cultivate a robust network of housing providers interested in renting to program participants.

• Foster strong ties with housing providers, acting as a liaison. Maintain and document regular communication to gauge program satisfaction and address inquiries promptly.

• Address, mediate, and document conflicts and concerns regarding housing conditions for landlords and participants, encouraging adherence to legal requirements, fair housing, and good tenant practices.

• Assist participants' care team in creation of housing portfolios and help to streamline the processing and submission of housing applications and facilitate pointed conversations with housing providers.

• Collaborate with program participants' multi-disciplinary team to best support housing stability.

• Travel to and conduct inspections of potential housing units where program participants will reside.

• Deliver comprehensive tenant education sessions, including the Rent Well curriculum.

• Maintain up-to-date activity reports and records of services provided in collaboration with care teams.

• Participate in staff meetings, attend training, adapt to organizational growth and implementation of new processes.

• Other duties as assigned.

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in an inclusive, trauma-informed environment, fostering a supportive and empathetic atmosphere for all individuals involved, while maintaining a professional demeanor in difficult or adverse situations.

• Basic understanding of business and property management principles, and fair housing/landlord- tenant law.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on building positive interpersonal relationships.

• Communicate in both oral and written forms and maintain confidentiality.

• Former training or experience with HIPAA requirements is beneficial.• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Manage time effectively.

• Maintain good professional boundaries.

• Willingness and ability to become a Rent Well Instructor and Housing Quality Standards Inspector.

• Capability or willingness to learn effective, high-quality research and data entry practices.

• Ability to work effectively with clients, community partners, businesses and co-workers and maintain

participant and inter-agency confidentiality.

• Multitask and make decisions independently in accordance with agency policy.

• Possess a basic understanding of poverty, trauma, and addiction.

• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software packages.

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience or an associate degree and 3 years of related experience.

• Possess a valid Oregon State driver’s license.

• Successfully pass a Criminal Background check and drug screen.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

• Have problem solving skills in acute situations.

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

This position may require long hours of sitting at a desk with continuous visual attention to a computer screen. It may also require lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, standing, walking, reaching, and bending with periods of exposure to the outdoor elements.

Join Mid Rogue Foundation and embark on a meaningful journey towards transforming lives and empowering communities. Together we can create a brighter, more inclusive future. Are you ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today and be a part of our dedicated team!

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Hiring Details

We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience, several paid holidays and the ability to earn paid time off. Mid Rogue Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

 

To Apply for the Landlord Engagement Specialist, position at Mid Rogue Foundation, please submit the names of three references who can speak to your relevant talents, your resume and a compelling cover letter outlining your qualifications and alignment with our mission to the info@midroguefoundation.org.

 

Landlord Engagement Specialist

Compensation

• $24.00 - $28.65 an hour, DOE

• Incentive Pay for Certified Peer Support Specialist or Community Health Worker and Spanish Speakers

 

Job Type

• Full time, non-exemptHours

• Monday -Friday 40 hours; Weekend availability

 

Other Details

• 50% office based; 50% field

• Employees are regularly required to travel between sites and may be required to drive.

• Requires sufficient mobility and balance

• Several paid holidays

• Ability to earn paid time off

• Mileage reimbursement

 

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grant Pass, OR

• Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)

 

Work site/ Location

• In person

 

Application Deadline

• Open Until Filled