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Goleta, CA

Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) is looking to hire a motivated Assistant Property Manager to support two of our properties in the Goleta area. In this position you will assist the Property Manager with daily duties such as assisting tenants with issues, keeping records, and working with Microsoft Office. It’s essential that this candidate has the ability to manage confidential information, maintain cultural sensitivity, and build positive relationships with residents and coworkers.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, Peoples’ Self-Help Housing is a the longest nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low income working families, farmworkers, seniors and veterans and provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote, health, education and connections to community-based resources.

This is a full time position (40 hours per week, 5 days per week).

Salary DOE, with a very competitive benefit package including:

• Employer-paid Medical/Dental/ Vision, LTD/ STD
• Pension Plan (currently 10% salary matching contribution each year)
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
• Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness
• An excellent supportive staff and work environment.

Responsibilities

• Be an on-site presence while the Resident Manager is away from the office.
• Answer the telephone and record accurate phone messages.  Respond to incoming requests for materials (applications, maintenance request, etc.)
• Handle on-site emergencies appropriately while on duty, by contacting vendors for emergency maintenance issues, and contacting appropriate law enforcement agencies for criminal activity.
• While on duty, take maintenance requests that are not of an emergency nature for submittal to Resident Manager(s).
• Assist tenants with issues brought to the office.
• Report to Resident Manager(s) on any incidents, calls, and maintenance needs which occurred while on duty.
• Other reasonably related business duties as assigned by Resident Manager(s) and/or Property Manager.
• Assist with giving notices for inspections, attend inspections, and complete work orders.
• Assist with the move-in, annual recertification, and interim recertification processes.
• Keep the waiting list updated on Yardi.
• Keep records, files, and office in order.
• Respond in a timely manner to requests for information via phone or email.
• Assist in conducting monthly resident events.
• Assist with the monthly rent process.
• Build positive relationships with residents and coworkers.

Requirements

• Must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, Spanish language is required.
• Must have strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information in a sensitive manner.
• Ability to maintain cultural sensitivity when working with the public and our staff.
• Ability to type 45+ words per minute.
• Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision.
• Proven record of meeting deadlines and manages multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite, program planning and creation of event and program materials (brochures, flyers, etc.)
• Previous experience in an office administration position and office setting
• Property management experience is a plus
• High school graduate or G.E.D.
• May have to sit, stand, and/or walk for long period of time.
• May have to reach, squat, bend, and/or lift office-related objects.

To apply, send resume to:
• Email: hr@pshhc.org
• Fax: 805.544.1901
• Mail: Attn: HR, 3533 Empleo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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San Luis Obispo, CA

Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire a Deputy Director of Multifamily Housing Department to lead and direct high priority projects under the general direction of the Director of Multifamily Housing Development, EVP, CFO and CEO.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, Peoples’ Self-Help Housing is the longest nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low income working families, farmworkers, seniors and veterans and provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote, health, education and connections to community-based resources.

This is a full time position (40 hours per week, 5 days per week).

Salary DOE, with a very competitive benefit package including:
• Employer-paid Medical/Dental/ Vision, LTD/ STD
• Pension Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
• Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness
• An excellent supportive staff and work environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct assigned staff to take projects from original concept through completion, supporting details of the project where needed.
• Identify sites for potential housing developments.
• Assist in site acquisition negotiations with property owners.
• Conduct economic feasibility analyses.
• Supervise identification, preparation and submittal of competitive applications to federal, state, local, and private funding sources for site acquisition, predevelopment, construction, and permanent financing.
• Apply for and obtain required government permits and approvals.
• Represent the corporation before public bodies, community and neighborhood groups and financing agencies in promoting PSHH and its goals.
• Coordinate the development process internally and with outside partners, including architects, attorneys, contractors, finance agencies, title companies and public officials to ensure a high standard of quality.
• Prepare and submit proposals for administrative funding.
• Assist and supervise the preparation and update of project proforma, construction budgets, cashflow projections, capital outlay and operating budget.
• Actively participate in staff training and organizational functions and activities as needed.
• Prepare reports as required by funding sources.
• Ensure successful project outcomes and alignment with company goals.
• Represent the company in the community and takes a lead role in new business development.
• Communicate with company executives regarding the status of specific projects and business development initiatives.
• Ensure proper execution of tasks as defined in the project plan to achieve project goals.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule and costs using appropriate verification techniques to keep the project plan accurate, updated and reflective of authorized changes.
• Facilitate customer acceptance of project plans and related changes.
• Ensure a common understanding by setting expectations in accordance with the project plan to align stakeholders and team members.
• Ensure project deliverables are established, using requirement gathering techniques (planning/sessions/brainstorming/focus groups) and documented in the project charter.
• Supervise, review and approve actions and workarounds required to mitigate project risk events in order to minimize the impact of the risks on the project.
• Improve team performance by building cohesiveness, leading, mentoring, training and motivating to ensure project efficiency.
• Identify high-level risks, assumptions, and constraints using historical data and expert judgement in order to understand project limitations.
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Communicate information and ideas, both verbally and in writing, clearly and in a way that many different types of audiences can understand.
• Exhibit the highest standard of professionalism, including active listening, recognition of team and partners, handling oneself ethically, and building trust to encourage mutual respect.
• Other duties as required by the Director of Multifamily Housing Development, CFO, EVP, or CEO.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years in real estate/housing development construction or finance, preferably for a non-profit development, with 2 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience with governmental grant programs and a thorough understanding of low-income tax credit financing.
• Advanced degree in lieu of experience considered.
• Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a related field desirable.
• Preference may be given to those possessing advanced degrees (PhD, MBA, MPA, MS, MA, JD) or relevant certifications.
• Knowledge base and skills required to meet the expectations of the essential functions of this position.
• Ability to build strong and effective working relationships, with excellent written and oral presentation skills.
• Ability to prepare complex financial feasibility analysis with attention to detail.
• Capacity to negotiate contracts to minimize costs while insuring that the scope of work is comprehensive and accurate.
• High degree of self-motivation, initiative, entrepreneurship, creativity, perseverance, flexibility and high moral standards.
• Sensitivity around the values and mission that the activities of organizations such as PSHH are based.
• Must possess a valid CA driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
• PMP certification strongly desired.

To apply, send resume to:
• Email: hr@pshhc.org
• Fax: 805.544.1901
• Mail: Attn: HR, 3533 Empleo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Templeton, CA

Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) is looking to hire a motivated Para Educator for our Youth Educational Enhancement Program located at our Rolling Hills Learning Center, in Templeton. This position will be a remote position for the beginning of the school year, then will transition into attending the learning center when restrictions are lifted.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, Peoples’ Self-Help Housing is the longest nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low income working families, farmworkers, seniors and veterans and provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote, health, education and connections to community-based resources.

This is a part time position (20 hours/week).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of plans and helps to implements remote learning after school programs.
• Works with students in grades K through 8.
• Schedules daily student tutoring, or enrichment activities over video conference.
• Assist in creating, maintaining, and/or updating online student progress files.
• Help monitor cohort of students and give updates to Lead Educator.
• Ensures student roster is up to date on all platforms.
• Attends all virtual regional meetings and any other meetings/trainings.
• Perform office work: phone, email, copying, filling, scanning, organizing, etc.
• Perform other duties as required by the Lead Educator, Regional Education Coordinator or Senior Education Manager.

Requirements

• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and in writing).
• Can effectively manage large groups of children.
• Works productively both independently and in team environments.
• Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage confidential information in a sensitive manner.
• Ability to maintain cultural sensitivity when working with the public and our staff.
• 3 years’ experience teaching or tutoring grades K through 12, groups of 15+ preferred
• Associate degree, Bachelor’s Degree/CBEST preferred.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have access to a dependable automobile and/or means of reliable transportation.

Other Requirements:

• Must successfully complete the DOJ fingerprint testing and show proof of TB clearance
• Must be First Aid and CPR certified
• Must have reliable internet and computer access, this position will be remote for the time being.

To apply, send resume to:
• Email: hr@pshhc.org
• Fax: 805.544.1901
• Mail: Attn: HR, 3533 Empleo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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San Luis Obispo, CA

Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire a Senior Education Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Education program and PSHH Learning Centers across San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, Peoples’ Self-Help Housing is the longest nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low income working families, farmworkers, seniors and veterans and provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote, health, education and connections to community-based resources.

This is a full time position (40 hours per week, 5 days per week).

Salary DOE, with a very competitive benefit package including:
• Employer-paid Medical/Dental/ Vision, LTD/ STD
• Pension Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
• Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness
• An excellent supportive staff and work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, operations, implementation, and evaluation of all educational programs.
• Work with HR on all job openings and recruitments, create job descriptions, preview employment applications, check references and previous employments, conduct interviews, and follow through with the hiring process.
• Execute terminations, and exit interviews when necessary.
• Develop staff using a supportive, collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; evaluate results via performance appraisals.
• Promote resident participation in Education programs and Learning Center activities.
• Develop and implement program policies and procedures.
• Develop detailed designs for all education programs.
• Represent the organization externally, as necessary and deemed appropriate.
• Develop and maintain positive collaborations with local school districts and act as a liaison with school districts and other grantors when necessary.
• Assure the implementation of staff meetings/trainings at least 2-3 times per year on non-student days (June/August during summer break, December/January during winter breaks, and possibly March/April during spring break).
• Conduct site visits, provide feedback to educators.
• Research grants and gather information needed to complete grants and check grant applications.
• Identify needs, test and develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Complete grant reports by due dates.
• Track grant goals throughout the grant period.
• Maintain data of students and services as needed for grant reporting.
• Conduct department-wide Lead Educator meetings
• Review Educators’ Timecards, Mileage Reimbursements and Absence Requests for approval.
• Have quarterly site visits/audits for each site in order to more accurately perform annual staff evaluations, fulfill the needs/requests of educators quicker, and give encouragement or tips for improvement in order to boost the staff morale.
• Develop and locate more resources/activities for Educational Programs team.
• Maintain database of students and services as needed for grant reporting.
• Communicate Educational Programs volunteer needs to volunteer coordinator.
• Submit and assist with Literacy Program reports for ALL sites, such as data statistics of overall progress against goals.
• Coordinate program workshops and other events that are beneficial for student development.
• Plan and execute annual College Signing Day in May each year.
• Create and audit monthly and quarterly reports, checking for accuracy.
• Coordination of the Mentor Program, including but not limited to the recruiting of mentors and providing opportunities for mentor/mentee interaction.

Requirements

• Experience working in the field of education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Child Development, or related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have access to a dependable automobile and/or means of reliable transportation.
• Experience supervising a team across multiple locations.
• Experience with community-based organizations.
• 1+ years of management experience and the proven ability to effectively manage large groups of educators
• Experience in researching, writing and managing grants.
• Demonstrated ability to establish good working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication.
• Bilingual ability (Spanish/English strongly preferred).
• Prior experience with a community-based organization.
• Demonstrated organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Outgoing, friendly nature and ability to mentor, inspire, and motivate others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects.
• Available to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Dependable team player, flexible, and good listener.
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of MS Word and Excel programs.
• May have to sit, stand, and/or walk for long period of time.
• May have to reach, squat, bend, and/or lift office-related objects.

To apply, send resume to:
• Email: hr@pshhc.org
• Fax: 805.544.1901
• Mail: Attn: HR, 3533 Empleo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Santa Maria/Guadalupe, CA, Carpinteria, CA, Paso Robles/Templeton, CA

Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) is looking to hire motivated Substitute Educators who are looking to gain experience in Education and who love working with children. These individuals will assist in implanting our program objectives and reach our goals, to meet the needs of our targeted population.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, Peoples’ Self-Help Housing is a the longest nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low income working families, farmworkers, seniors and veterans and provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote, health, education and connections to community-based resources.

This is an on-call position (as needed basis)

Salary DOE, benefit package includes:

• Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness
• An excellent supportive staff and work environment.

Responsibilities

• Help implement program objectives and goals to meet the needs of the targeted population
• Support child education based on grade level, schools attended and subjects needing assistance
• Help schedule enhancement program daily tutoring activities
• Help maintain, update and/or create student progress files
• Help monitor participant progress in conjunction with the Educator
• Attend meetings with Regional Coordinator to monitor progress and help refine and create program
• Perform other duties as required by the Regional Coordinator

Requirements

• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work well with children in an educational setting
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Culturally sensitive to the target population
• Ability to work well with other Educators, department leadership, and volunteers
• Ability to lead groups of students in different activities: crafts, enrichment activities, or P.E.
• Ability to tutor students, grade K-12, in all subjects
• Experience working with special needs children desired
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must successfully complete the DOJ fingerprint testing and show proof of TB clearance
• First Aid and CPR certified preferred
• Must meet the minimum qualifications for an instructional aide, pursuant to policies of the school district by having a teaching credential or passing the district Instructional Assistant Test

To apply, send resume to:
• Email: hr@pshhc.org
• Fax: 805.544.1901
• Mail: Attn: HR, 3533 Empleo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

complete application