Job Description

We are currently looking for a PROJECT ASSISTANT I. The successful candidate will provide administrative and technical services and analysis to the real estate development team for new development, relocation/ community development, and rehabilitation of housing projects.  This is a project-based position.

This is a brief description summarizing the abilities and skills needed for the position.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in business, planning, communications, or related field strongly preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated experience in related work, preferably low-income housing.

ABILITIES:

· Detail oriented, especially in creation and analysis of financial spreadsheets.

· Relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds and professional levels.

· Maintain confidentiality with regard to privileged legal and financial matters.

· Take direction and ask questions to ensure complete understanding.

· Multi-task and prioritize duties

· Excellent interpersonal skills, verbally and written communication.

· Computer proficiency level in Microsoft Office Suite software.

· Treat a variety of people with respect and compassion

· Represent Mercy Housing in a professional manner at all times

· Understand and commit to the Mission and Values of Mercy Housing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Creates, composes, and prepares correspondence, including tenant/community notices, and distributes out-going correspondence via fax, mail, or e-mail, as needed.

2. Writes and edits various materials utilizing Word and Excel, as needed. Independently manages administrative functions for division/site.

3. Schedules and confirms meetings, conference calls, and meeting spaces.

4. Attends project meetings with consultants, tenants and other stakeholders, as needed.

5. Acts regularly as a liaison with internal departments, outside vendors and other parties.

6. Assists with tenant/project files or database. Produce reports as requested. Maintains and control confidential materials.

7. Prepares check requests, invoicing, contracts, division plans and budgets/proformas for review by manager.

8. Prepares project financial analysis, narratives and prepares applications/proposals for funding.

9. Performs other tasks as requested to ensure the smooth functioning of the division/site and other activities. Assists with various division/site projects and supports the team.

10. Meets regularly with supervisor and provides written and oral progress reports as requested.

Additional Information

• Full Time
• Compensation: $24.04-$28.85/hour DOE
• Required Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Inbetween 8:00AM - 6:00PM)