Housing Landlord Support Specialist - Grant-Funded

This grant-funded, non-classified, at-will position requires experience in landlord engagement, conflict resolution, or housing assistance programs. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of housing choice voucher programs and the ability to communicate effectively with property owners and managers.

• Experience as a primary point of contact for landlords or property managers in a housing or rental assistance context.
• Knowledge of housing choice voucher programs and landlord responsibilities.
• Strong conflict resolution and advocacy skills.
• Ability to visit landlords and property management companies to explain program roles and lease enforcement.
• Experience implementing engagement strategies to recruit property owners and managers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to educate stakeholders on benefits, rights, and responsibilities of rental assistance programs.
• Grant-funded, non-merit system, at-will employment status.

Serve as the primary staff contact for City of Mesa landlords, property owners, and managers in housing and rental assistance programs.

• Assume ownership of all facets of landlord engagement, including visiting landlords to explain their role and responsibilities.
• Resolve conflicts between property owners and tenants.
• Implement engagement strategies to increase the number of owners and managers willing to participate in housing choice voucher programs.
• Educate owners, managers, and landlords about the benefits, rights, and responsibilities of working with Mesa's housing/tenant-based rental assistance programs.
• Provide landlords and property management companies a dedicated point of contact for questions, concerns, and follow-up.
• Advocate for landlord participation and enforce lease agreements.
• Maintain records and documentation of landlord interactions and program outcomes.

Must be able to work in the United States.

• Grant-funded position; continued employment contingent on grant funding.
• At-will employment; no merit system or classified status.
• May require travel within Mesa to visit landlords and property sites.
• Valid driver's license and ability to provide own transportation may be required.
• Must pass a background check if required by the City.

Competitive salary range $52,848

• $76,473 per year.
• Full-time employment with City of Mesa benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunity to work in a meaningful role supporting community housing stability.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

This is a grant-funded, non-classified, at-will position; employment is not permanent and depends on continued grant funding.

• The City of Mesa is an equal opportunity employer.
• Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• For questions about the position, contact the City of Mesa Human Resources department.
• The position is located in Mesa, Arizona, 85211-1466.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• The job posting closes on July 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM local time.

The City of Mesa is a municipal government serving one of Arizona's largest cities, providing many public services including housing assistance, public safety, and community development. The Housing Authority division administers rental assistance programs to help low-income families afford safe housing. This role directly supports the Housing Authority's mission by building strong relationships with landlords and property managers, ensuring program success and tenant stability. Working for the City of Mesa offers a chance to contribute to community well-being in a dynamic urban environment. City of Mesa is named as the hiring organisation for the Housing Landlord Support Specialist

• Grant-Funded post.