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San Luis Obispo, CA

The Property Management Controller, under the supervision of the Director of Accounting & Finance, will oversee the functions of the Property Management Accounting department. This individual will facilitate strategic initiatives to ensure efficient processes and technological efficiency to meet the financial goals and deadlines of the department.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is a the longest serving 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).

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
• Alternative Work Schedule Option
• Employer investment in professional education reimbursements and wellness reimbursements
• An excellent supportive staff and work environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify necessary technology enhancements for efficiency and financial transparency.
• Lead daily financial operations and provide leadership and training to the property management accounting team, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving department’s goals and objectives for: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Reporting and Budgeting and Cash Management functions.
• Work with staff to ensure timely posting and review of accounting transactions and financial records to ensure application of GAAP principles.
• Manage reporting functions for the affordable housing portfolio consisting of annual audits and tax returns.
• Assist in affordable housing budgets to ensure accuracy, reasonableness and timely submitting to investors, lenders and government agencies. Ensure timely submission of HUD, USDA and HCD budgets. Manage the USDA MINK system and HUD REAC reporting systems.
• Assist in the preparation of a corporate budget for the property management division of People’s Self-Help Housing Corporation.
• Provide regular variance reports for the Director of Property Management, Executive Staff and Board of Directors.
• Assist in the reporting of critical metrics for the affordable housing portfolio including DSCR, Occupancy and other metrics deemed useful by property management leaders.
• Attend training seminars to stay current on affordable housing industry standards and best practices.
• Maintain standard chart of accounts, recommend, and implement changes to increase reporting and budgeting efficiency.
• Maintain accounting system reporting trees to maximize transparency and efficiency.
• Other duties as required by the Department Director, CFO, CEO or those they designate.

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university is required.
• Knowledge and experience with non-profit or government accounting is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ of accounting/financial analysis experience, preferably in an affordable housing organization, or in commercial real estate/property management industry.
• Recent experience in managing a variety of accounting responsibilities for an organization with 50+ properties or comparable number of business units.
• Extensive knowledge and previous responsibility for the general ledger close process, trial balance review function and financial statement compilation procedures using U.S. GAAP.
• Minimum of 5 years’ in a recent accounting management role supervising four or more professional accounting staff and/or financial analysts.
• Outstanding leadership skills, including the ability to effectively lead teams, motivate staff, hire and retain employees.
• Experience in and general knowledge of, personal computers with a high level of proficiency using Yardi Voyager and Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Strong desire to learn the affordable housing industry and its specific accounting and reporting requirements.
• A current CPA license is preferred.
• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits including HUD and USDA requirements is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as a representative of PSHHC and the CEO to government agencies and the public.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide and receive feedback at all levels of the organization.

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

 Goleta, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) 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, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving nonprofit organization on California’s Central Coast. We serve low income working families, farm workers, 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 Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote health, education and connections to community-based resources.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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.

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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 re-certification, and interim re-certification 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 a plus.
• 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
• 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.
• High school graduate or G.E.D.

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

 Guadalupe, CA and Five Cities Region

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire a Portfolio Manager who will be responsible for direct supervision of Senior Property Managers and Maintenance Supervisors. The position ensures that the operations of the properties in assigned area of oversight are in compliance with the standards and expectations of the organization. Position will complete all reasonable work related directives given by his/her supervisor and above. Portfolio Managers are responsible for monitoring and directing all management related activities with site level personnel to optimize the financial performance of each property.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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.

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Responsibilities

Supervisory

• Hire, manage, develop and terminate site personnel.
• Responsible for monitoring and directing all management related activities with site level personnel to ensure that essential functions are met on a regular and consistent basis.
• Working with the Compliance Manager and Senior Portfolio Manager, ensure site managers receive appropriate and timely training to stay current with regulatory requirements.
• Provide training to staff in necessary functions.
• Build a cohesive team that can rely on each other.
• Plan coverage for unexpected absences.
• Complete necessary trackers, dashboards, and reports.

Financial

• Assist in the preparation of the annual property budgets.
• Review the budget to actual performance on a monthly basis.
• Review the tenants’ receivable report with the site managers, including the analysis of the collectability of late fees and damages.
• Ensure that rent collection procedures are followed and benchmarks are achieved.
• Ensure occupancy levels are at budgeted levels or higher.
• Meet periodically with a Financial Analyst to discuss needs and concerns.

Management and Compliance 

• Monitor vacancy at each property in the portfolio, analyzing number of days vacant, turnover rate and the reasons for turnover to establish trends.
• Make routine visits to each site and ensure that office procedures are organized and followed.
• Include safety topics as regular part of department meetings.
• Review the waiting list and applicant process for compliance with company policy and procedures.
• Ensure property managers complete annual re-certifications according to policy.
• Ensure that all regulatory compliance requirements and reporting are followed, monitored, and completed.
• Address resident concerns appropriately and timely.
• Work with SHP to prevent unnecessary evictions.
• Supervise the development of a community event calendar; ensuring activities are in accordance with budget guidelines, management goals, and regulatory requirements.
• Review tenant issues, including late payment of rent and warning notices.
• Ensure timely issuance of 3-day notices and termination notices.
• Ensure tenant files are maintained with clear supporting and written documentation of all issues.
• Ensure that all first year files from each property have been copied and that the originals are filed in a safe “off-site” and/or central location.

Maintenance 

• Make routine visits to each site and ensure preventive maintenance and physical plant repairs or upgrades are established and addressed.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisors and staff to ensure work orders are completed on a timely basis.
• Conduct regular site-specific assessments in conjunction with Facilities Manager and Asset Manager.
• Participate in a team environment to prepare, maintain, and update site-specific emergency planning manual.
• Assist in implementing training of site personnel required to implement emergency planning manual.
• Periodically accompany Maintenance personnel on unit inspections.

Special Projects

• In partnership with Asset Manager, develop long-term capital plans.
• Oversee the capital project request process with Asset Management, Fiscal, and Maintenance.
• Conduct quarterly site inspections and reports for the IIPP
• Establishing rents and FMR for Section 8 vouchers on an annual basis, in accordance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
• Develop and implement utility allowances, including analysis/development of rates for HUD/USDA
• Coordinate and over-see initial project lease-ups, ensuring timely and accurate processing of applicants.
• Work with Construction Department during rehab and new development projects to ensure PSHH standards are met.
• Assist, as required, in the completion of all quarterly and annual reports to investors and housing programs on a timely basis.
• Assist in the development of new policies and procedures to increase effectiveness and/or productivity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.  Able to work as an effective member of a team and in a collaborative manner with staff, peers, and supervisor.
• Ability to interpret and understand financial information generated from property management software reports.
• Excellent computer skills, including Excel and Word, required.
• Yardi software skills desired.
• Excellent time management and organization skills with the ability to multi-task and manage in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently in a complex and changing organization and adapt to changes in structures and work priorities.
• Bilingual Spanish, desired.
• Willingness to travel, as required.
• Previous property management experience desired.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Previous experience supervising 1-3 direct reports.
• Bachelors’ degree preferred or equivalent experience in the affordable housing industry.
• Current compliance certifications for HUD, USDA or Tax Credit preferred, or willingness to obtain certifications in all required areas within a reasonable time frame.
• Valid CA driver’s license, proof of car insurance and a reliable vehicle.

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

San Luis Obispo, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced Social Worker that will provide direct clinical and case management services to individuals, groups, and families at PSHH rental properties. This individual will refer residents to services in the community that will move them towards independent living and self-sufficiency.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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

• Working collaboratively and cooperatively with property management staff and other personnel
• Solicits and responds to referrals from property management staff, residents directly and people in the community calling on behalf of rental property tenants who have challenges related to day-to-day functioning.
• Client assessments, development and oversight of case management plans for long term success.
• Emphasis is placed upon collaboration with other community agencies.
• Assists residents with referrals to community resources, benefit programs and related services.
• When appropriate completes an evaluation, a plan and a service agreement with the resident.
• Documents all face-to-face contacts, phone contacts with and on behalf of the resident and all activities related to the service agreement.
• Maintains identified service record in the SHP database.
• Accompanies residents to appointments as required, to ensure services are received
• Crisis intervention, counseling and case management with residents as needed.
• Referral to long term therapy services in the community as needed.
• Assists with property activities related to Health and Community Services functions
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor and/or Director of Resident Service

Requirements

• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Master’s Degree in psychology, social work or another relevant field
• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker or license eligible preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to work with different cultures, ethnicities and minorities.
• Ability to identify mental health conditions, diagnose and provide treatment and/or appropriate referrals.
• Sitting for long periods of time, walking and stretching, occasional light lifting, travel via automobile.
• Travel may be required during regular business hours.

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

San Luis Obispo, CA to Morro Bay, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to support the organization’s properties. The Maintenance Supervisor will supervise or perform routine maintenance and janitorial work. Be responsible for site safety, cleanliness, and perform continual informal inspections of the properties to ensure that they are being maintained properly.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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

Maintenance

• Responsible for site safety, cleanliness, and curb appeal of assigned sites. Perform continual informal inspections of the properties to ensure that they are being properly maintained, that mechanical devices are in working order, and that the environment is safe and attractive.
• Supervises or performs routine maintenance and janitorial work.
• Process maintenance work orders through completion, including sign-off by Property manager and resident as necessary. Ensure Property Manager records or place completed work orders in unit maintenance file.
• Coordinate and prioritize work requests with Senior Property Managers and Portfolio Managers.
• Act as after-hours emergency calling service contact for assigned properties. Establish a schedule for personnel to be available for emergency maintenance coverage.
• Be available for major building system emergencies after hours, if necessary.
• Oversee all company owned laundry equipment to ensure it is operable and in good working condition.
• Work with vendors to develop ongoing contacts.
• Ensures the update and completion of the Material Safety Data Sheets as well as other safety related inspections and reports.
• Ensures all turnover procedures are followed, and that turnovers are accomplished in a timeframe and manner consistent with PSHH standards, and the property’s budgetary goals and limitations.
• Ensures adherence to all PSHH maintenance requirements.

Projects

• Implement the Preventative Maintenance Plans as prescribed for each site. Ensure work is performed in a timely manner and documented.
• Assist the Facilities Manager as needed with capital projects.
• Suggest cost-containment measures to reduce maintenance expenses.
• Work with vendors to develop bid packages for large projects.
• During a rehab and after a rehab or new construction, coordinate with the Construction Dept. and Portfolio to ensure PSHH standards are met.
• Conduct site inspections with investors and regulatory agencies.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Supervisory

• Schedule direct reports and ensure proper coverage at all assigned properties.
• Ensure project completion and quality of product/services provided from all vendors and contractors.
• Ensure understanding of, and compliance with, PSHH policy and procedures for all direct reports.
• Conduct annual unit and common area (both internal and external) inspections for all assigned properties.
• Attend required Property Management and staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensure direct reports are current on assigned trainings and certifications.
• Train direct reports in necessary functions.
• Assess and prioritize work requests to determine daily schedule.

Requirements

• At least five years of residential building maintenance or construction experience required.
• Experience working with vendors required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desired
• Ability to develop scopes of work and develop bid packets required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with staff and residents.
• Advanced construction or maintenance knowledge required.
• Microsoft Office and general computer proficiency required.
• Ability to operate light equipment and hand tools used in maintenance and repair required.
• Previous management/supervision experience.
• Yardi or similar work order software experience required.

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

Santa Maria, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced Para Educator who will assist the organization in closing the achievement gap by providing children with opportunities to develop skills and competency.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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 position is part time (25 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

• First Aid and CPR certified preferred

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

Santa Barbara, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced Lead Educator who will assist the organization in closing the achievement gap by providing children with opportunities to develop skills and competency.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is a the longest serving 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 (25 hours a week)

Salary DOE, benefit package includes:
• Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness
• An excellent supportive staff and work environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements after school program consisting of physical education and enrichment activities, as well as subject tutoring and homework assistance.
• Works with students in grades K through 8.
• Oversees scheduling of site para-educators and math/literacy educators to provide adequate coverage according to student: educator ratio
• Trains and mentors para-educators and literacy/math educators at the assigned learning center.
• Supervision and day-to-day oversight and schedule management of site-specific Education staff
• Serves as the primary program contact for their education site location.
• Regularly communicates with parents, students, partner organizations and property staff.
• Inputs data daily and weekly, as well as submits monthly reports.
• Performs office work: phone, email, copying, filing, scanning, organizing, etc.
• Monthly and quarterly meetings and trainings with other educators and supervisors.
• Recruits, trains and supervises volunteers.
• Plans and implements quarterly parent education meetings and events.

Requirements

• 1 years’ experience teaching or tutoring grades K through 12, groups of 15+ preferred
• 1 year supervisorial experience
• 1 year experience in effectively running an education center.
• Fluent in English (verbal and in writing).
• 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.
• Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s Degree/CBEST preferred.
• Maintains current CPR/First Aid certifications, Live Scan clearance.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have access to a dependable automobile and/or means of reliable transportation.

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

Goleta, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced Para Educator who will assist the organization in closing the achievement gap by providing children with opportunities to develop skills and competency.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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 position is part time (25 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

• First Aid and CPR certified preferred

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

Santa Maria, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced Para Educator who will assist the organization in closing the achievement gap by providing children with opportunities to develop skills and competency.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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 position is part time (25 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

• First Aid and CPR certified preferred

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

Santa Maria, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire a motivated and experienced Property Manager to support and oversee a USDA/Tax Credit property in Santa Maria. This individual will oversee 65 multi-housing units, on the beautiful Central Coast.

With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest serving 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/week).

Part of this position’s compensation includes a 4-bedroom apartment onsite at the property, no smoking or pets allowed (Los Adobes de Maria Apartments).

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:

Compliance

• All duties related to processing tenant applications including marketing the property, accepting and receiving applications, qualifying applicants by checking credit and criminal background, previous landlord and other references, verifying income, maintaining waiting list, showing apartments and reviewing lease contracts with tenants.
• All duties related to processing tenant applications
• Annually re-certify tenants by the effective date
• Review and prepare for audits from regulatory agencies and investors by ensuring that all internal and regulatory compliance requirements are followed and completed
• Attend training classes and seminars to stay current with appropriate property required certification
• Maintain tenant and unit files in accordance with regulations

Maintenance/Safety

• Perform move-out inspections with Maintenance Manager
• Ensure settlement statements and other parts of the move out process are completed accurately and timely
• Maintain accurate information on vacancies and the make ready process
• Arrange for re-keying of door locks
• Process repairs quickly to ensure the unit can be re-rented as soon as possible
• Assist with periodic inspections
• Perform move-in inspections with tenants
• Ensures all turnover procedures are followed, and that turnovers are accomplished in a timeframe and manner consistent with PSHH standards, and the property’s budgetary goals and limitations.
• Ensure work orders are prioritized and completed according to policy
• Track preventive maintenance and process purchase requests and approval forms
• Check community areas and shared spaces for cleanliness and safety on a daily basis
• Maintain control of keys for apartments and common areas
• Be prepared for emergencies with mapping of gas shutoff valves, water, escape routes, etc.
• Ensure physical standards for each site are achieved in accordance with expectations of the organization.

Resident Management

• Review lease and house rules and with the new tenants and instruct on the use of appliances, etc.
• Assist tenants in organizing regular cultural and national celebrations
• Help to coordinate, through department collaboration, self-sufficiency tenant programs and activities
• Reinforcing lease, addendums, house rules with proper notices and meetings

Financial

• Help with budget overview, work on early stages of budget development
• Ensure variance reporting is completed monthly for each property
• Collect rents according to policy and ensure benchmarks are met
• Ensure leasing procedures are followed and occupancy levels are at standards
• Process security deposit refunds in a timely manner
• Process accounts payable on a weekly basis
• Work within the approved operating budget
• Collect rents, post to database, make bank deposits and maintain tenant and unit files in accordance with regulations and within a timely manner. If applicable, collect laundry money, roll and deposit on a regular basis
• Perform move-in inspections with tenants; re-review lease and house rules and with the new tenants and instruct on the use of appliances, etc.
• Perform move-out inspections in coordination with Portfolio Manager and/or Facilities/Maintenance Manager. Arrange for re-keying of front door locks. Process security deposit refunds in a timely manner. Make sure any repairs/maintenance needs are made as quickly as possible so that the unit can be re-rented as soon as possible
• Assist with periodic inspections
• Process accounts payable on a weekly basis
• Attend appropriate training classes and seminars to stay current with appropriate property required certification
• Prepare various weekly and monthly reports as required
• Work within the approved operating budget
• Process work orders by notifying maintenance staff, landscape staff or an outside provider as instructed, of needed repairs. Track preventive maintenance. Process purchase requests and approval forms
• Maintain a maintenance file for each unit to maintain warranty information, track and schedule preventative maintenance required and performed
• Check community spaces, grounds, mailboxes and parking areas for cleanliness and safety on a daily basis
• Maintain control of keys for apartments and common areas. Assist tenants with lockouts
• Assist tenants in organizing typical cultural and national celebrations
• Property Managers may be required by management to live on site as a condition of employment. This requirement would be determined by factors such as but not limited to local/state/federal regulations and/or what management believes to be in the best interest of the property or the need to maintain property compliance with funders and/or others; the requirements may change from time to time
• Maintain the community room calendar, if applicable. Review the cleaning policy, security deposit and other rules with tenants. Accept and refund deposits for appropriate use of community space
• Work with the Health and Community Services Department, the Portfolio Manager and local agencies to coordinate self-sufficiency programs and recreational activities for tenants, if applicable. If applicable, advise tenants on accessing public and private social services
• Prepare for emergencies with mapping of gas shutoff valves, water, escape routes, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required
• Must live on-site at the property location in a company-provided unit
• YARDI property management software highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Word and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with people of all cultures and economic status
• Ability to provide professional and courteous customer service
• Works collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines autonomously
• Experience working in an office environment and using office equipment
• Affordable property management experience preferred (USDA, TCAC, HOME and/or HUD)
• Proven ability and experience maintaining confidentiality with proprietary company information and personal client information.
• Valid CA driver’s license, proof of auto insurance and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Light lifting (up to 20 pounds), walking, bending and squatting for short periods

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

Santa Barbara, CA

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire a motivated Roving Substitute Educator who is looking to gain experience in the Education field, and who loves working with children. This individual will assist in implementing our program objectives and travel to different learning centers, 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, People’s Self-Help Housing is a the longest serving 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 (at least 10 hours a week)

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 required
• 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
• First Aid and CPR certified preferred

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