Description
The Homeownership Coordinator I is responsible for coordinating front-line efforts of the agency in establishing application pools, prequalifying prospective buyers and keeping the general public informed on homeownership program requirements and changes, as well as provides administrative support to the Director of Homeownership
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Establishes and maintains database of potential buyers.
- Interviews prospective buyers to advise them of program requirements.
- Updates applicant files to determine present readiness to purchase.
- Maintains lists of eligible and non- eligible applicants.
- Markets units for sale.
- Accompanies prospects to property sites, quotes purchase price, describe features, and discusses conditions of sale or terms of lease.
- Obtain pictures and measurements of rooms, doors, windows, or any other specified areas for inclusions in newspapers advertisements and for real estate booklets listing description of property.
- Performs routine research on title and ownership.
- Assists with the ordering of closing documents.
- Refers applicants to Home Buyer education.
- Prepares monthly report and other status reports.
- Attends and assists in outreach activities relative to affordable housing such as homeownership fairs and other expos.
- Provides administrative support to the Division Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Associates Degree in Business Administration or related field desirable.
- Experience: 1-3 years of relevant work-related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations; ability to write reports and business correspondence; strong organizational and interpersonal skills and analytical abilities; knowledge of standard business practices and office protocol; strong presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public; ability to work independently in a deadline -driven environment; computer literate to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; excellent customer service, organization and time management skills; ability to work harmoniously with other agency personnel; ability to maintain confidentiality in all assignments; a valid driver’s license.
SALARY: $50,000 - $60,000 per annum depending upon qualifications.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants must submit an application, cover letter, and resume/vitae electronically at [email protected]. Employment applications can be downloaded from our website at www.vihfa.gov. Deadline for application submittal is June 5, 2026; however, this position will remain open until filled. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. Selected candidates will be contacted for interview.
The Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer