Property Compliance Specialist

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.

Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually.

We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and / or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement?

Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

Description

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is looking for a dedicated and passionate Property Compliance Specialist to join our Maintenance team! This position works in the community and with properties owned / operated by LSS.

If you are driven by the desire to make a real difference in the lives of others, this full-time, benefit-eligible position could be your next career move!

Our maintenance team provides the skilled property maintenance experience to keep our buildings up to date, safe for residents, and compliant with various regulations.

The Property Compliance Specialist will have direct responsibility for coordinating and overseeing duties related to property services management including but not limited to landscape, curb appeal, community room appeal, building cleaning, inspection prep, and code compliance.

This position will serve as a resource and coordinate work with Occupancy Specialists, Building Service Workers and the Maintenance team to focus on compliance of our buildings.

As a property compliance specialist you will :

• Serve as a representative of the agency and the properties / programs to internal and external customers. Establishes and maintains appropriate relationships with stakeholders.
• Assume overall and direct responsibility for ensuring property appeal and code compliance. Works independently as well as with property management, maintenance and supervisory staff to address concerns in a consistent and timely manner.
• Work as a collaborative team member to support the Business Unit and Continuum of Care model.
• Coordinate and work with team members to set goals to ensure all properties are kept to HUD and LSS standards.
• Perform direct service related to physical upkeep of each community; including ensuring the property is free from trash and debris, landscaped areas are free of weeds, and common areas are clean, inviting, and well maintained.
• Perform direct service at properties including lawn mowing by push and riding mower, blowing, trimming, edging and tree trimming.
• May perform minor and routine repairs within units and common areas.
• Oversee and work with team members to enhance property safety and security including but not limited to testing of fire alarms, smoke detectors and emergency lighting.
• Maintain a working knowledge of HUD, REAC, WHEDA and local code expectations related to the physical property.
• Establish and maintain ongoing positive relationships with community, stakeholders, co-workers and residents
• Negotiate, maintains, nurtures, and develops contacts and proposals with / from vendors as it relates to building services and landscape needs.
• Coordinate and assist with preparation in facility inspections; both internal and external
• Coordinate and assist with apartment inspections as assigned
• Create and participate in the implementation of maintenance procedures and standards for the facilities
• Ability to carry out special and general assignments including but not limited to organization of material and the development of procedures
• Work as part of a collaborative team
• Perform other duties as assigned

PERKS AND BENEFITS :

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• By being employed with LSS, which is a non-profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent payments through the income-based re-payment plan.
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Ability to Contribute to 403B
• LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
• Calm Wellness App - Premium Access
• Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet
• Employee Assistance Program
• Service Awards and Recognition

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.

Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

Graduation from high school or GED equivalency, Associate degree preferred. Three (3) years of work experience involving general repairs and maintenance to buildings and grounds.

Considerable knowledge of HUD and other Property Management preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

The incumbent of this position must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role;

a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to communicate both in verbal and written format, effectively and efficiently in job. Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret to complete required documentation by established timeframes.

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in order to write reports on behalf of the agency. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, co-workers, and others.

COMPUTER SKILLS / TECHNOLOGY :

Working knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to frequently bend / stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, push, pull and lift.

May need to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.

• The employee of this position works primarily outdoors. When traveling on company business, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and may be exposed to household allergens while at work sites.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TRAVEL : Daily travel may be required between locations. Occasional State-wide travel for agency / program meetings or conference s.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma / GED (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)