Acquisitions Research Associate
Atlantic Pacific Companies
Miami, FL0–2 yrs56m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Atlantic Pacific Companies is seeking an Acquisitions Research Associate to join their dynamic real estate team. This role supports the Acquisitions/Applications team in researching real estate opportunities and providing support for applications to federal, state, and local governments for affordable and workforce housing.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, analyze, and interpret Qualified Allocation Plans and federal, state, and local government affordable housing program rules and regulations.
- Search for development opportunities, such as Request for Qualifications and Request for Proposals, conduct preliminary screening, analyze opportunities, and assist in the preparation of submissions.
- Identify land acquisition opportunities that align with strategic goals.
- Conduct zoning and planning research.
- Assist with the preparation and submission of funding applications to federal, state, and local government finance agencies.
- Assist in research and data collection, and update databases for mapping projects using GIS, Google Earth, and Google Maps.
- Assist the team with acquisition and underwriting due diligence.
- Attend meetings and workshops as necessary.
- Maintain pertinent paper and electronic files and records by naming conventions, ensuring complete, accurate, and organized files.
- Perform related duties as required.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree.
- High proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong writing skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Some travel (overnight) and the ability to work flexible hours to meet deadlines are required.
Qualifications
- Prior knowledge of and experience with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program is beneficial.
- Prior knowledge of and experience with GIS is beneficial.
- Prior knowledge of and experience with grant writing is beneficial.
- Experience with ESRI products and Python programming language is a strong plus.
- Experience with grant writing, State or federal housing programs, particularly the LIHTC program is a strong plus.