Career Opportunities
We are Housing with Purpose.
South Metro Housing Options (SMHO) is paving the way to better living for all in Littleton, CO and beyond with a great team of highly-skilled professionals.

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SMHO is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player to join as Communications and Marketing Specialist. This is a hands-on research and marketing content development role which will drive branding and community communication. Under the direction of leadership, the Marketing Communications Specialist will collaboratively participate in the development and creation of marketing materials, presentations, executive leadership communications, thought leadership content, email newsletters, social media content, press releases, and more. Research grant opportunities and draft, submit, and manage grant proposals and funding.
Work Hours
8 am – 5 pm; Monday through Friday.
Pay Rate:
$32.50 – $36.50 per hour depending on experience and knowledge.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (90% paid by the employer)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer paid Term Life Insurance of up to 1.5 times the employee annual salary
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401(a) with 5% employer matching.
- 457 with 2% employer matching
- 12 holidays including birthday
- 4 floating holidays
- Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
Job Duties:
Traditional and Digital Media Marketing Responsibilities:
- Develop, manage, and implement integrated marketing campaigns, aligned with organization goals, across various digital and traditional channels.
- Manage the marketing operations including but not limited to overseeing email marketing, and marketing automation, SEO techniques, social media, analytics, and reporting.
- Manage social media platforms, and create engaging content to enhance brand presence.
- Design and implement efficient marketing workflows and processes to streamline campaign execution and improve productivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and drive messaging and campaigns.
- Lead marketing efforts for industry alliances and partnerships.
- Develop and edit compelling technical and marketing contents, including whitepapers, videos, newsletters, etc., across different channels for different audiences
- Manage video editing, graphic design, and content planning for reels and other digital assets
- Track, analyze, and report marketing performance.
- Ensure all properties have active advertising and marketing. Track, analyze and make changes to advertising platforms based on return on investments.
Communications Responsibilities
- Write, proofread, and edit different forms of communications including press releases, ensuring clear and accurate communication.
- Write creative briefs for community information distribution
- Manage the delivery of messaging and resources to community and other stakeholders using a variety of channels including emails, fact sheets, web page content, blogs and articles, social media, talking points, FAQs, and more
- Edit, proofread, and format business contents
- Execute email campaigns and other targeted outreach initiatives.
- Utilize tools such as SharePoint, websites, and novel media formats to enhance communication efforts and effectively disseminate information.
- Plan and manage webinars, seminars, and technical events.
- Coordinate tradeshow participation, including booth layout, logistics, and marketing materials.
Grant Writing Responsibilities:
- Research and identify grant opportunities from government agencies, private foundations, and corporate sources aligned with South Metro Housing’s (SMHO) mission and programs.
- Develop and write persuasive grant proposals, including narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation.
- Create a strategic grant calendar/pipeline and manage application timelines to ensure on-time submissions
- Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information about existing and planned initiatives
- Maintain accurate records of all grand submissions, awards, and reporting requirements
- Write compelling impact reports for existing funders highlighting program outcomes and successes
- Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
- Develop and cultivate relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of grant opportunities, submissions, and outcomes
- Assist in creating fundraising materials that can be used across multiple platforms and campaigns.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration or demonstrated equivalent experience in the field is preferred.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in communications, market, and/or grant writing.
- Experience must demonstrate the ability to create, manage, and sustain quality outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds and professional levels.
- Excellent writing, editing, and research skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Superb leadership skills, including proficiency for conceptual thinking, motivating others, and problem solving. Able to plan, organize, budget, and supervise. Strong project management skills.
- Knowledge of local, state, and national grant procedures and non-profit funding practices
- Possesses attitudes and behaviors which respect and have the ability to articulate and relate well with people in various demographic groups to which our programs are directed.
- Ability to cultivate and maintain professional partnerships
- Ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Quickly analyze the situation and fairly discern the appropriate course of action. Think clearly and calmly to prioritize work and handle emergencies efficiently.
- Treat people with diverse backgrounds with respect and compassion.
- Represent SMHO in a professional manner at all times.
- Understand and support the mission and values of SMHO.
- Utilize technical, strategic, and leadership skills in project coordination
This job will be posted until filled.
SMHO is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player to join as Security Guard. A security guard is responsible for protecting property, assets, and personnel by monitoring and enforcing safety protocols, responding to incidents, and maintaining a visible presence in 7 properties of the Company. Tours premises or monitors grounds. Greets and directs visitors. Responds to security breaches and prepares and files reports describing incidents, accidents, or intruders. Incumbents in this position do not carry a firearm while on duty.
Work Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
Pay Rate:
$21 – $24 per hour
Job Duties:
- Patrolling and monitoring activities on the company’s premises (7 properties) regularly to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive information.
- Responds to alarms, disturbances, and emergencies, taking appropriate action to resolve issues and contacting law enforcement when necessary.
- Investigates reports of suspicious activity on the property.
- Escorts discharged staff, trespassers and other unwelcome parties off the premises.
- Controlling the entrance and departure of employees, visitors and vehicles according to protocols, preventing unauthorized access, theft, or damage.
- Monitoring surveillance cameras to watch out for any disruptions or unlawful activities, identifying potential security risks and reporting them.
- Evicting trespassers and wrongdoers from your property.
- Reasonably detains perpetrators until police officers arrive to take over.
- Providing detailed reports on daily activities and any incidents that may have occurred, to management
- Contacting and collaborating with the authorities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or its equivalent.
- Security guard training certification preferred.
- Previous experience a plus, but not required.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to notice and report unusual behaviors or situations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting incidents and interacting with the public.
- Ability to assess situations quickly and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Must be able to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks as needed.
- Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary.
Materials and Equipment Directly Used:
Personal computer with office software, multi-line telephone, photocopier and fax.
Working Environment / Physical Activities:
- Approximately 90% of the essential duties/activities for this position are performed indoors. Approximately 10% of the duties for this position are performed outdoors.
- Approximately 95% of the work is performed while standing and walking; approximately 5% of this work is performed while sitting.
- Position activities generally require light physical effort to handle objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. Physical activities include: occasionally lifting and carrying files and file boxes and other objects weighing up to 20 pounds; occasionally stooping or kneeling, reaching, handling, fingering and feeling to handle objects and operate office equipment, including computers.
- Requires the ability to reach, grasp, handle stoop, kneel, and bend in order to place and retrieve stored information such as files, forms, reports and equipment.
This position will be posted until filled.
Please send your resumé or summary of applicable experience or education to mmanandhar@smho.co with Security Guard in the subject line.
EOE M/F/V/D – We use E-Verify to process all new employees.
SMHO is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player to join as Property Manager (50059 Properties). This position will perform a variety of specialized and/or technical support work that requires detailed knowledge of Housing Management programs. Manage day-to-day operations and administrations of the assigned properties. Supervise and manage the associates working in the properties. Ensure the operations is in compliance with the standards and expectations of the Organization’s policies and procedures, as well as federal and state laws governing Section 8 Housing Programs.
Pay Rate:
$24- $31.40 per hour (depending on knowledge and experience)
Work Hours:
8 am – 5 pm, M-F
Benefits:
· Health Insurance (90% paid by the employer)
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Employer paid Term Life Insurance of up to 1.5 times the employee annual salary
· Voluntary Life Insurance
· 401(a) with 5% employer matching.
· 457 with 2% employer matching
· 12 holidays including birthday
· 4 floating holidays
· Vacation
· Paid Sick Leave
Job Duties:
· Understands and complies with all Federal and State Laws, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and other laws, regulations, and guidance related to HUD 50059 housing programs,
· Manages the daily operation of the assigned properties, in accordance with the company policies and procedures, and management expectations.
· Supervises, manages, and leads the staffs, to provide excellent customer service to all program participants, and other internal and external clients.
· Calculates the rent due from the program participants, deposits the rent payment, using appropriate methods.
· Ensures all regulatory compliance requirements are met, including annual and interim re-certifications and monitoring and completing appropriate documentation, efficiently and effectively.
· Identifies deficiencies in maintenance or housekeeping; communicates with residents to correct deficiencies.
· Monitors the expenses in conjunction with the annual operating budget.
· Monitors maintenance activities to ensure resident requests and preventative maintenance programs are being performed according to company standards.
· Responds promptly to questions, inquiries, and requests from residents, vendors, visitors, and staff, appropriately and in a timely manner to ensure excellent customer service.
· Assists with decisions regarding families continuing to receive assistance, noncompliance, fraud, and amount of rent payments.
· Responsible for maintaining occupancy numbers and reporting to management monthly.
· In conjunction with Community Support Services, effectively conducts and participates regularly scheduled resident meetings, other community and neighborhood meetings, and other functions.
· Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
· High School Diploma or its equivalent.
· Minimum 2 year experience in management position, preferably in property management.
· Experience in public housing or knowledge in HUD 50059 Housing program is a plus.
· Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license.
· Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices of subsidized housing programs, including Federal, state, and local housing regulations and operating requirements; and the ability to apply that knowledge to perform the essential functions of the position, is a plus.
· Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point
· Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively to comprehend and complete legal, financial, and human resources documents.
· Ability to consistently demonstrate high quality decision making, keen problem solving, and astute analytical skills.
· Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
· Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meeting deadlines.
· Relate well to people from diverse backgrounds.
· Ability to act with tact, good judgment, and discretion, and to maintain the confidentiality of matters, as appropriate.
· Ability to interpret and understand financial information generated from property management software reports.
This position will be posted until it is filled.
Please send your resumé or summary of applicable experience or education to mmanandhar@smho.co with Property Manager (50059 Properties) in the subject line.
EOE M/F/V/D – We use E-Verify to process all new employees.
SMHO is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player to join as Property Manager (LIHTC Properties). This position will perform a variety of specialized and/or technical support work that requires detailed knowledge of Housing Management programs. Manage day-to-day operations and administrations of the assigned properties. Supervise and manage the associates working in the properties. Ensure the operations is in compliance with the standards and expectations of the Organization’s policies and procedures, as well as federal and state laws governing Tax Credit Properties.
Pay Rate:
$24 – $30 per hour (based on knowledge and experience)
Work Hours:
8 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday
Benefits:
· Health Insurance (90% paid by the employer)
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Employer paid Term Life Insurance of up to 1.5 times the employee annual salary
· Voluntary Life Insurance
· 401(a) with 5% employer matching.
· 457 with 2% employer matching
· 12 holidays including birthday
· 4 floating holidays
· Vacation
· Paid Sick Leave
Job Duties:
· Understands and complies with all Federal and State Laws, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and other laws, regulations.
· Manages the daily operation of the assigned properties, in accordance with the company policies and procedures, and management expectations.
· Supervises, manages, and leads the staffs, to provide excellent customer service to all program participants, and other internal and external clients.
· Calculates the rent due from the program participants, deposits the rent payment, using appropriate methods.
· Ensures all regulatory compliance requirements are met, including annual and interim re-certifications and monitoring and completing appropriate documentation, efficiently and effectively.
· Identifies deficiencies in maintenance or housekeeping; communicates with residents to correct deficiencies.
· Monitors the expenses in conjunction with the annual operating budget.
· Monitors maintenance activities to ensure resident requests and preventative maintenance programs are being performed according to company standards.
· Responds promptly to questions, inquiries, and requests from residents, vendors, visitors, and staff, appropriately and in a timely manner to ensure excellent customer service.
· Assists with decisions regarding families continuing to receive assistance, noncompliance, fraud, and amount of rent payments.
· Responsible for maintaining occupancy numbers and reporting to management monthly.
· In conjunction with Community Support Services, effectively conducts and participates regularly scheduled resident meetings, other community and neighborhood meetings, and other functions.
· Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
· High School Diploma or its equivalent.
· Minimum 2 years experience in property management.
· Experience in public housing and/or in LIHTC housing program is a plus.
· Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license.
· Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices of subsidized housing programs, including Federal, state, and local housing regulations and operating requirements; and the ability to apply that knowledge to perform the essential functions of the position, is a plus.
· Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point
· Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively to comprehend and complete legal, financial, and human resources documents.
· Ability to consistently demonstrate high quality decision making, keen problem solving, and astute analytical skills.
· Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
· Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meeting deadlines.
· Relate well to people from diverse backgrounds.
· Ability to act with tact, good judgment, and discretion, and to maintain the confidentiality of matters, as appropriate.
· Ability to interpret and understand financial information generated from property management software reports.
Ability to commute/relocate:
· Littleton, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
· Driver’s License (Required)
Please send your resumé or summary of applicable experience or education to mmanandhar@smho.co with Property Manager (LIHTC Properties) in the subject line.
EOE M/F/V/D – We use E-Verify to process all new employees.
SMHO is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player to join as Assistant Property Manager. This position will perform a variety of specialized and/or technical support work that requires detailed knowledge of Housing Management programs. Assistant Property Manager will be responsible for front office reception, tenant accounting, and analyzing information and data to create, edit, compile, manipulate, and retrieve files and/or databases and create reports. Hey will also processes routine maintenance requests, resolve resident complaints, and assist Property Manager and other staff.
Pay Rate:
$20 – $24 per hour
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (90% paid by the employer)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer paid Term Life Insurance of up to 1.5 times the employee annual salary
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401(a) with 5% employer matching.
- 457 with 2% employer matching
- 12 holidays including birthday
- 4 floating holidays
- Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
Job Duties:
- Supports and assists Property Manager in managing the daily operation of the property(ies) in a timely manner, including but not limited to:Lease renewals and recertifications;
- Verification and release of documents.
Showing vacant units to prospective residents/tenants/applicants.
Monitoring and resolving tenant issues/complaints and maintaining incident/accident documentation.
Handle emergency resident calls, and provide information/resources to resolve the emergency.
- Understands and complies with all Federal and State Laws, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and other laws, regulations, and guidance related to Section 8 housing programs,
- Ensures positive, and collaborative relationships with internal (Eg., Community Support Services, Maintenance, other employees) and external clients .
- Maintains resident files; key/key-fob log; pet and service animal log; parking space log; and any other forms or logs required.
- Helps residents get proper documentations to qualify for Reasonable Accommodation Requests, completing paperwork, and submits paperwork to proper channel.
- Coordinates with PM to perform lease enforcement, walking property, hallways, note concerns and violations for Property Manager review and follow-up, daily;
- Ensures the building, and property grounds are clean, well maintained, and in good condition;
- Plans and arranges work schedule and establishes priorities to complete scheduled assigned work within parameters assigned by the Property Manager or assigned supervisor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or its equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year experience in management position, preferably in property management.
- Experience in public housing or knowledge in Section 8 housing program is a plus.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Experience and working knowledge of Project Based Section 8, HUD regulations and policy is a plus;
- Prefer experience and working knowledge of the IRS Section 42 Low Income Housing Credit program;
- Requires basic knowledge of business office practices.
- Requires working knowledge of the principles of office practices and operations records management and the ability to apply those principles to perform essential job functions.
- Requires working knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment, including a telephone, photocopier, fax, computer, and the skill and ability to operate this equipment to perform essential job functions.
- Requires ability to effectively communicate and interact with callers, visitors, and co-workers in a pleasant manner.
- Requires ability to effectively deal with people whom, at times, may be angry, argumentative, or disagreeable.
- Requires basic knowledge of agency policies and procedures and the ability to read, interpret, and apply and communicate those policies and procedures to perform essential duties.
- Working knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe and Yardi.
- The following mental abilities are needed to perform the essential duties of this position: alertness, precision, auditory discrimination, speaking, problem solving, memory, judgment, and reasoning.
- Requires ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others.
- Requires the ability to understand verbal information and instruction and ability to exchange information with others and to develop and present recommendations.
- Requires the ability to read and understand written information and ability to compose information and instruction in written form.
- Requires the ability to translate verbal communication into effective written material, e.g., reports and other documents.
- Requires the ability to use and apply technology.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Please send your resumé or summary of applicable experience or education to mmanandhar@smho.co with Assistant Property Manager in the subject line.
EOE M/F/V/D – We use E-Verify to process all new employees.
SMHO is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, HCV Specialist. This position is responsible for a wide range of activities related to determining and documenting applicant and/or participant eligibility, income, rent and contractual relationships with owners in support of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) operations using written administrative policies and procedures. The position requires full accountability for assigned cases including accurate and complete files, resolution of customer service cases, and responsiveness to participant and landlord inquires.
Pay Rate:
$24.04 – $26 per hour
Benefits
- Health Insurance (90% paid by the employer)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer paid Term Life Insurance of up to 1.5 times the employee annual salary
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401(a) with 5% employer matching.
- 457 with 2% employer matching
- 12 holidays including birthday
- 4 floating holidays
- Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
Job Duties
- Manage an assigned caseload of HCV participants and reports to management
- Conduct annual recertifications within required time frames, which includes determining housing assistance payment and tenant rent calculation
- Complete interim recertifications as required, which includes determining housing assistance payment and tenant rent calculation
- Monitor HQS inspections to ensure all units are inspected every 12 months
- Failed HQS inspection must be processed in a timely manner, HAP will be abated, and repairs must be verified
- Conduct participant intakes and briefings, if needed
- Process and monitor participant moves to a new dwelling
- Determine housing assistance payment and tenant rent calculation
- Educate participants on program requirements and family obligations
- Educate Landlords on program regulations, HAP contract and inspection requirements
- Process all transactions within the PHA’s required business systems
- Maintain accurate and complete applicant/participant files
- Run all required EIV documentation
- Make necessary changes in Yardi for submission to the HUD PIC System
- Provide excellent customer service to participants, landlords, co-workers, clients and vendors
- Conduct all job functions in alignment with the PHA’s Administrative Plan, HUD regulations and other state and local requirements
- Obtain certification as Housing Choice Voucher Specialist within 120 days of employment
- Ensure regular attendance and punctuality
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
- Requires a completion of high school or its equivalent
- Prefer Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year College or University; or
- One to two years of progressively responsible work experience for a public agency, or
- Related work in the social service or community service field preferred
- Must have the ability to interpret and apply regulations pertaining to the program
- Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills and possess strong computer and organizational skills
- Computer software proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Yardi Systems preferred
Please send your resumé or summary of applicable experience or education to mmanandhar@smho.co with HCV Specialist in the subject line.
EOE M/F/V/D – We use E-Verify to process all new employees.
SMHO is looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player to join as Leasing Consultant. This position will assist Property management team in team in finding qualified tenants to lease the units in their properties. Keeps track of all applications. Supports the potential clients/residents in filling out applications, collects all documents in compliance with HUD and Company rules and regulations. In-charge of updating the applicant database, follow-ups, and coordinating property viewings. In-charge of overseeing all leases from existing and potential clients.
Pay Rate:
$19.25 – $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
· Health Insurance (90% paid by the employer)
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Employer paid Term Life Insurance of up to 1.5 times the employee annual salary
· Voluntary Life Insurance
· 401(a) with 5% employer matching.
· 457 with 2% employer matching
· 12 holidays including birthday
· 4 floating holidays
· Vacation
· Paid Sick Leave
Job Duties:
· Serves as a point of contact between current/prospective tenants and property management.
· Keeps track of all incoming applications; reaches out to applicants for missing documents or information, in compliance with all regulatory laws, rules, regulations and Company Policies.
· Provides completed application of potential residents to the Property Management team.
· Have prospect complete application, confidentially send the application and all documentation to the Compliance Manager for review/approval in accordance with the company procedures and program requirements.
· Provides tours for potential residents and answers questions about the property or leasing process
· Updates availability report at property level and follows up with applicant regarding status.
· May coordinate move-in and move-out and associated inspections or walk-through.
· May coordinate with maintenance or property management staff in order to maintain positive resident relations.
· Supports property management team with recertification documentation, filing, file integrity and management as needed.
· Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
· High School Diploma or its equivalent.
· Minimum 2 years experience in leasing and/or property management.
· Experience in public housing and/or in LIHTC program is a plus.
· Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license.
· Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices of subsidized housing programs, including Federal, state, and local housing regulations and operating requirements; and the ability to apply that knowledge to perform the essential functions of the position, is a plus.
· Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point
· Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively to comprehend and complete legal, financial, and human resources documents.
· Ability to consistently demonstrate high quality decision making, keen problem solving, and astute analytical skills.
· Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
· Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meeting deadlines.
· Relate well to people from diverse backgrounds.
· Ability to act with tact, good judgment, and discretion, and to maintain the confidentiality of matters, as appropriate.
· Ability to interpret and understand financial information generated from property management software reports.
Please send your resumé or summary of applicable experience or education to mmanandhar@smho.co with Leasing Consultant in the subject line.
EOE M/F/V/D – We use E-Verify to process all new employees.
How to Apply
We are thrilled you are considering a career with us! Please send your resume with qualifications and cover letter directly to Human Resources at hr@smho.co. The subject line should be the title of the job you are applying for.