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Center City Housing Corp.

Tenant Advocate

Duluth, MN

$19/hr

Description Tenant Advocate - Wadena and Welch Duluth, MN Description Note: This is a full-time position with benefits The Tenant Advocate, as a member of a team, actively participates in carrying ...

Center City Housing Corp.

Tenant Advocate

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$19/hr

Description Tenant Advocate - Park Place of Bemidji Bemidji, MN Description Note: This is a full-time position with benefits The Tenant Advocate, as a member of a team, actively participates in ...

Friendship Shelter, Inc.

Tenant Advocate

San Clemente, CA · On-site

$20 - $21.50/hr

The Tenant Advocate will demonstrate respect, compassion, integrity, accountability, and collaboration in all interactions with clients, coworkers, community partners, and other stakeholders. All ...

Spirit League

Tenant Rights Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Advocacy, Education & Partnerships * Monitor local, state, and federal housing laws, ordinances, regulations and program updates to ensure tenants receive accurate information and advocacy reflects ...

HANAC, Inc.

Tenant Coordinator

Bronx, NY · On-site

$26.52/hr

Tenant Coordinator - Part-Time Status: Non-Exempt Hourly Rate: $26.52 Schedule: Tuesday - Friday: 9 ... Provide advocacy and resource linkages as required. * Create curriculum and training to educate ...

HANAC, Inc.

Tenant Coordinator

Bronx, NY · On-site

$26.52/hr

Tenant Coordinator - Part-Time Status: Non-Exempt Hourly Rate: $26.52 Schedule: Tuesday - Friday: 9 ... Provide advocacy and resource linkages as required. * Create curriculum and training to educate ...

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How much do tenant advocate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for tenant advocate in the United States is $21.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tenant advocate?

A Tenant Advocate is a professional who assists and represents tenants in understanding their rights and navigating issues related to rental housing. They provide advice on tenancy laws, help resolve disputes with landlords, and may offer support in cases of eviction or unfair treatment. Tenant Advocates often work with community organizations, legal aid services, or government agencies to ensure tenants are treated fairly and know their legal protections.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tenant advocate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tenant Advocate, you need a solid understanding of housing laws, tenant rights, and dispute resolution, often supported by a background in social work, law, or public administration. Familiarity with case management software, legal research tools, and documentation systems is typically required. Strong communication, negotiation, and empathy are crucial soft skills for effectively supporting clients and building trust. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring tenants' rights are protected and for navigating complex landlord-tenant issues successfully.

What are common challenges tenant advocates face when supporting clients, and how can they effectively address them?

Tenant Advocates often encounter challenges such as navigating complex housing laws, addressing urgent eviction notices, and working with clients who may be in crisis. Success in this role requires staying up-to-date on local regulations, maintaining strong communication with both tenants and landlords, and collaborating closely with legal aid organizations or social service agencies. Building trust and demonstrating empathy are also crucial, as many clients may feel overwhelmed or distrustful of the process. By developing strong organizational skills and leveraging community resources, Tenant Advocates can help clients achieve more stable housing outcomes.

What is the difference between Tenant Advocate vs Tenant Rights Coordinator?

AspectTenant AdvocateTenant Rights Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires knowledge of tenant laws, communication skills, and sometimes legal trainingOften requires similar legal knowledge, community outreach experience, and certification in tenant rights
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, legal aid services, government agenciesCommunity centers, housing agencies, legal clinics
Employer & IndustryHousing advocacy, legal aid, social servicesHousing authorities, nonprofit organizations, government agencies

Both roles focus on supporting tenants, but Tenant Advocates often provide direct legal assistance and representation, while Tenant Rights Coordinators focus on education, outreach, and coordinating resources to empower tenants. The roles overlap in legal knowledge and community engagement but differ in scope and daily responsibilities.

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Tenant Advocate

Duluth, MN

Center City Housing Corp.
Housing and Regional Planning Programs Administration • 11 - 50 employees
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$19/hr

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Tenant Advocate - Wadena and Welch

Duluth, MN

Description

Note: This is a full-time position with benefits

The Tenant Advocate, as a member of a team, actively participates in carrying out the mission of CCHC by providing direct support to tenants in a supportive housing apartment building serving single adults with disabilities, behavioral health concerns and/or a history of housing instability. Responsibilities involve all aspects of advocacy with primary emphasis on tenant engagement around accessing health related services and Coordinating tenant appointments including transportation.  This position engages in daily interactions with tenants and team members that support housing stability for each tenant.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team to effectively advocate for tenants.

Operate agency vehicles for tenant transportation needs.

Provide advocacy to assist tenants in accessing appropriate health care and community services.

Driving agency vehicles including fueling, mileage logs, and coordinating repairs.

Requires flexibility in schedule.

Engage tenants to assist them with daily needs, requests, issues, and provide appropriate direction.

Accurately log, verbally communicate, and document tenant needs/activities as required.

Participate with team meetings regarding tenant stability/needs and carry out developed tasks.

Maintain and update database for appointments and generate appointment reminders.

Conduct, create, recruit, advertise, and participate in weekly tenant activities.

Respond to and resolve issues of controversy that may arise between tenants and/or guests using Non-Violent crisis intervention strategies.

Requirements

  Duties and Responsibilities:

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team to effectively advocate for tenants.

Operate agency vehicles for tenant transportation needs.

Provide advocacy to assist tenants in accessing appropriate health care and community services.

Driving agency vehicles including fueling, mileage logs, and coordinating repairs.

Requires flexibility in schedule.

Engage tenants to assist them with daily needs, requests, issues, and provide appropriate direction.

Accurately log, verbally communicate, and document tenant needs/activities as required.

Participate with team meetings regarding tenant stability/needs and carry out developed tasks.

Maintain and update database for appointments and generate appointment reminders.

Conduct, create, recruit, advertise, and participate in weekly tenant activities.

Respond to and resolve issues of controversy that may arise between tenants and/or guests using Non-Violent crisis intervention strategies.

Requirements

This position requires a person who is self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team to carry out job duties. This position requires a person who has interpersonal skills necessary to tactfully deal with tenants and the general public in a professional manner. The person in this position will need to work effectively with people who are inebriated and/or have active mental health issues. This position requires driving and vehicle maintenance knowledge. A high school diploma/GED or equivalent is required. Experience working with the population is a plus. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have a driving record acceptable to agency's insurance carrier. This person must pass and maintain Minnesota Background Study clearance.

Center City Housing Corp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, sexual orientation/identity/expression, marital status or familial status.

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