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MidPen Housing

Desk Clerk (Oak Gardens)

MidPen Housing, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029

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At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.

We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity.

MidPen is, once again, proud to be certified as an official Great Place to Work® in 2025.

Property Name Oak Gardens

About Property Management The Property Management team is responsible for operating and maintaining our beautiful communities, but beyond that, they are relationship builders and the heart and soul of MidPen. Property Management works closely with our residents, our community partners, and their fellow MidPenners, including close collaboration with our Resident Services team.

Position Overview Under the direction of the Community Manager, you will be responsible for monitoring traffic in and out of the building, maintaining the front office, communicating with residents, visitors, and staff, and assisting with administrative needs. Duties include: answering phones, monitoring cameras, assisting residents, visitors, guests, and applicants as needed, documenting building activity in the property log, writing incident reports, completing work orders, and ensuring the building is secure. MidPen expects that you adhere to our policies and Fair Housing regulations.

Essential Duties

Greets and screens all visitors and guests as they enter and leave the building

Updates visitor log, daily log and other front desk forms

Answers telephones, takes messages and directs people appropriately

Files, prepares correspondence, sorts and distributes notices

Completes property logs, incident reports and other office responsibilities

Enforces Community Policies and House rules

Maintains orderly appearance of front entrance, lobby area and adjoining rooms

Posts and distributes tenant notices

Performs other duties as requested

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED and one year of receptionist or administrative experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel) a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Flexibility and willingness to perform varied tasks

Must have reliable transportation or if driving to the site must possess a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance policy

Commitment to the Mission and Values of MidPen Services and MidPen Housing

Physical Requirements

Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks, frequently sitting

Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds

Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl

Working Conditions

Ability to work flexible hours

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Pay Range $18.03 - $22.53 Hourly - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications

Benefits

Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Investment

Employee Education Reimbursement Program

FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits

EAP Program

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Wellness Days

Equal Opportunity Employer MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

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