Desk Clerk (Laguna Commons)

About MidPen

At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.

We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 142 properties is home to 22,800 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity.

Property Name: Laguna Commons

Desk Clerk

Under the direction of the Community Manager, you will be responsible for monitoring traffic in and out of the building, maintaining the front office, communicating with residents, visitors, and staff, and assisting with administrative needs. Duties include: answering phones, monitoring cameras, assisting residents, visitors, guests, and applicants as needed, documenting building activity in the property log, writing incident reports, completing work orders, and ensuring the building is secure. MidPen expects that you adhere to our policies and Fair Housing regulations.

Responsibilities:

Greets and screens all visitors and guests as they enter and leave the building

Updates visitor log, daily log and other front desk forms

Answers telephones, takes messages and directs people appropriately

Files, prepares correspondence, sorts and distributes notices

Completes property logs, incident reports and other office responsibilities

Enforces Community Policies and House rules

Maintains orderly appearance of front entrance, lobby area and adjoining rooms

Posts and distributes tenant notices

Monitors video camera system

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED and one year of receptionist or administrative experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel) a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Flexibility and willingness to perform varied tasks

Commitment to the Mission and Values of MidPen Services and MidPen Housing

Physical Requirements

Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks, frequently sitting

Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds

Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl

Working Conditions

Ability to work flexible hours

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Work schedule: Part-time

Tuesday – Thursday, 4:00 PM–12:30 AM

PAY RANGE

$17.69 - $19.90 Hourly - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications

Benefits and Compensation (see here for full details )

Health Insurance

Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Investment

Employee Education Reimbursement Program

Paid Parental Leave

FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits

EAP Program

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Wellness Days

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits 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.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please notify your recruiter. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.