Office Specialist (Property Management)

Salary $23.33 - $28.43 hourly Position Type Regular full time, full benefits Application Deadline Open until filled Department Property Management and Maintenance Department Location This is an in-office position. Remote options not available. Refer to supplemental question to select your preferred location. Benefits 9/80 Compressed Work Schedule (office closed every other Friday) 14 paid holidays Employer paid pension contribution of 14% to base salary 457 tax‑deferred savings plan Social security exempt Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually Sharp PPO or HMO Plan, Kaiser Permanente HMO Plan Dental Vision Flexible spending account Health and wellness perks Rewards & Recognition program About the Position The Office Specialist in the Property Management & Maintenance Department provides support to the Property Manager at the assigned work location by answering phone calls, responding to tenant inquiries, processing payments, coordinating meetings with external parties, and performing other duties as assigned. Strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to independently prioritize tasks, and a detail‑oriented, adaptable, team‑player attitude are required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and prior clerical support in a Property Management environment are highly preferred. Examples of Essential Job Functions Performs technical office and administrative support duties for an assigned department; participates in various technical processes, procedures, and programs; provides information and assistance to the public on assigned programs. Attends to a variety of office administrative details, such as keeping informed of departmental activities, transmitting information, maintaining files and databases, ordering and coordinating supply orders, preparing contracts and agreements, arranging for equipment purchases and maintenance, attending meetings, and serving on various task forces and committees. Prepares and assembles reports, memoranda, correspondence, agreements, contracts, legal documents, technical charts, work orders, and other informational materials; develops, revises, and maintains standardized and master documents; assists in designing and producing technical information handouts and packets. Verifies and reviews forms and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; applies departmental and program policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and files. Compiles information and data for administrative, statistical, and financial reports; checks and tabulates statistical data; performs other technical work related to the program and department to which assigned; performs specialized projects as assigned. Organizes, maintains, and updates departmental record systems; enters and updates information with departmental activity, files, and report summaries; establishes and maintains specialized databases related to technical areas of responsibilities; prepares and scans documents for imaging; periodically reviews and purges files in accordance with the records retention policy. Screens calls, visitors, and incoming mail; assists and directs the public, tenants, property managers, property owners, and other agencies to appropriate locations and/or staff; responds to complaints and requests for information; interprets and applies regulations, policies, procedures, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and complaints from the public. Coordinates and integrates department services and activities with other Commission departments and outside agencies. Maintains calendars and makes meeting arrangements; schedules meetings between Commission staff and applicants, tenants, owners, the public, or other groups or organizations; arranges for necessary set‑up and materials to be available at meetings. Gathers, assembles, updates, and distributes a variety of department or Commission specific information, forms, records, and data as requested. Monitors and requests orders for office and other related supplies; assists in preparing, processing, and tracking purchase requisitions for services and materials; receives vendor invoices; prepares check requests for payment for department head approval. May prepare committee and/or board agendas, attend meetings, and take minutes; may gather and compile information for departmental budgeting and monitor expenses out of the program/department operating budget. May provide training to lower‑level and new staff as required. Assists in the minor maintenance of office equipment; troubleshoots and resolves basic office equipment problems, including replacing toners and paper in printers. Operates a variety of standard office equipment; may operate a two‑way radio and/or cellular telephones to relay information and work orders to field crews. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of Departmental practices and procedures and applicable Commission policies. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, regulations, and departmental policies, technical processes, and procedures. Principles and practices of data collection and report preparation. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications. Principles of business letter writing and record‑keeping. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Commission staff. Ability to Perform responsible clerical and secretarial support work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision. Interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures. Understand the organization and operation of the Commission and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. Respond to and effectively prioritize multiple phone calls and other requests for service. Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions. Make accurate arithmetic computations. Organize, maintain, and update office database and records systems. File materials alphabetically, chronologically, and numerically. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned work. Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and word‑processing, database, spreadsheet, and other software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education & Experience Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, and one (1) year of office administrative or secretarial experience. Licenses and Certifications Some assignments may require the possession of, or ability to obtain, certification as a Notary Public. Physical Demands Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various Commission and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds. Environmental Elements Employees partly work in the office and partly in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Equal Employment Opportunity We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit 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. Reasonable Accommodations The San Diego Housing Commission will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Diego Housing Commission