Real Estate Associate

Who We AreAt Hamilton Families, our mission is to end family homelessness in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since 1985, we have been meeting the most urgent needs of unhoused families in our community. Our programs specialize in preventing family homelessness when possible, providing shelter and transitional housing to families in times of need, supporting the wellbeing and academic achievement of children who experience homelessness, and quickly returning families to safe and stable housing throughout the Greater Bay Area. At Hamilton Families, we believe the San Francisco Bay Area is at its best when people from all backgrounds can start a life here, raise a family here, and thrive here. We envision a Bay Area where housing is accessible and affordable, where homelessness is rare, brief, and nonrecurring, and where all people and families have a safe and stable place to live. We foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and contribute to our collective success. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.What You’ll DoWe’re excited to be adding a Real Estate Associate to our organization! This is an engaging and rewarding opportunity that plays an integral role within the organization. We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with our participants and contributing to the fight against homelessness. The Real Estate Associate will report directly to the Real Estate Manager and be part of the Housing Solutions team. This individual will conduct regular rental market analysis to stay abreast of industry changes to accommodate families' needs. This position will perform outreach to owners and property management companies, maintaining a vast database of housing units, while providing support on repairs and mediation after families are housed.What Your Day Looks LikeBuild and maintain partnerships with property owners, landlord groups, and housing associations to secure housing opportunitiesCollaborate with Case Managers to support housing placement, resolve conflicts, and ensure housing retention for clientsSource and secure housing units, negotiating rent, deposits, and other termsMatch families with housing that meets their needs, considering potential barriersOversee the housing placement process, from Intent to Rent through move-inProvide housing location services for external contracts, from intake through aftercareConduct Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspections to ensure unit safety and complianceVerify property owner information and research public records for New Vendor PacketsEducate landlords on fair housing laws and ensure lease complianceTrack available housing units in SalesforceServe as a resource for research, data, and special projectsResolve landlord issues and maintain positive relationships in coordination with Housing ServicesNegotiate move-in/move-out terms and conduct inspections, preserving landlord relationshipsPromote healthy landlord-tenant relationshipsCreate and maintain resource guides on local housing markets, tenant rights, and financial advicePrepare and deliver housing market presentations and tenant education workshopsMaintain accurate records and reports in a timely mannerPerform other duties as requestedWhat Makes You Successful in This RoleProven track record of real estate experience with a focus on Fair Housing LawsExcellent marketing and networking skills along with a drive for successAbility to work and collaborate with a diverse group of people on projects and making decisions for the benefit of our participantsHighly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently to meet goalsDemonstrated ability to exercise appropriate judgement and uphold policies and proceduresWhat You Bring2+ years of real estate or property management experienceA background in working with nonprofit organizations, social services organizations, or community-based programsBilingual abilities, especially in Mandarin, Cantonese, or SpanishHighly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, and other softwareAbility to travel locally and long distance to meet with vendors and participantsWe encourage applicants to apply even if they feel they do not meet all the listed criteria. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development within our team. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we need to succeed together.Why Choose UsOur commitment to welcome all individuals creates a richness of viewpoints and keen ability to challenge established thinkingEnjoy excellent medical, dental, and vision coverageEmployer matched 403(b) retirement planWellness and commuter benefit programsPaid time off and holidaysOur ValuesResourcefulHelpful/ “Yes, And”Growth MindsetData InformedEDI: Equitable, Diverse, and InclusiveCompensation Range: $28.00 per hourPosition Type: Non-ExemptUnion Representation: YesSchedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm + Evenings & Weekends as neededLocation: Mission Street + Field WorkHamilton Families is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are central to our organization. We actively seek and prioritize diversity in our teams. We welcome applications from people with a variety of backgrounds and ages, including people of color, candidates with lived experiences, candidates in the LGBTQ+ community, and candidates who identify personally at any part of the gender spectrum. Additionally, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17