Independent Contractor Opportunity: Real Estate or Property Management Professional

Contract Period: April 7, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Who We Are

CROP (Creating Restorative Opportunities and Programs) is an Oakland-based 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to reimagining reentry through a holistic and human-centered model. Driven by innovative approaches to education, advocacy, housing, personal leadership development, and workforce pathways, CROP works to reduce recidivism and create opportunities for justice-impacted individuals. Founded by leaders with direct lived experience in the criminal justice system, CROP’s programs aim to transform lives and communities.

Opportunity

CROP is seeking to partner with an experienced and well-connected Real Estate Agent or Property Management Professional as an independent contractor to support our efforts to expand access to Fair Chance Housing in the Los Angeles and San Francisco Bay areas. This contractor will leverage their expertise and professional network to develop relationships with property managers and landlords committed to providing housing opportunities for individuals with justice-involved backgrounds.

Project Deliverables and Scope

The independent contractor will be responsible for supporting CROP's Fair Chance Housing initiatives by delivering the following outcomes and activities by December 31, 2025:

Key Deliverables

• Develop a Portfolio of Permanent Housing Options – Identify and connect CROP with landlords and property managers who are willing to provide housing to CROP’s clients.

• Identify Potential Housing Units for Acquisition – Source rental properties or buildings that CROP may consider acquiring to expand affordable and permanent housing options.

• Build a Pipeline of at Least 200 Property Managers – Recruit and engage property managers and landlords across Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area to sign onto CROP’s Fair Chance Housing pledge and enroll in the Fair Chance Housing Network by December 31, 2025.

• Secure Event Participation – Ensure at least 60 property managers attend each of CROP's bi-annual Fair Chance Housing Networking events (April and September).

Activities to Achieve Deliverables

• Conduct targeted outreach to property managers and landlords through various channels.

• Create promotional and educational materials (presentations, brochures, training modules) about Fair Chance Housing policies and benefits.

• Develop and lead trainings & webinars for property managers about CROP’s Fair Chance Housing Network and rental assistance programs.

• Facilitate online & in-person events to engage property managers.

• Collaborate with CROP’s Housing Response Coordinator to strategize and execute outreach efforts.

• Provide regular progress updates to CROP's Director of Reentry.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• 7+ years of experience in real estate, property management, or a related field.

• An established business with a large network of property managers, landlords, and real estate professionals in either the Los Angeles or San Francisco Bay Area. (Contractors with networks in both areas are preferred.) 

• A proven track record of engaging property managers and real estate professionals in housing initiatives.

• Their own technological platform that can be leveraged for outreach, engagement, and tracking property manager participation.

• A deep understanding of Fair Chance Housing ordinances and local housing regulations across different cities in California. (Preferred)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency with their own business tools and systems for project management and communication.

Contractor Relationship and Terms

• This is an independent contractor position. The contractor will maintain autonomy over how services are performed.

• The contractor will use their own equipment and business resources.

• The estimated time commitment is approximately 15-20 hours per week.

• The selected contractor will be expected to maintain appropriate professional liability insurance. Proof of insurance can be provided upon selection.

• Compensation is a flat monthly rate of $7,000.

Application Information

Application Submission Includes:

• A cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

• A resume detailing your work history in real estate or property management.

• A proposal document (which may include links) demonstrating how you are an ideal candidate for this role, including your approach to helping CROP build out a pipeline of Fair Chance Housing property managers/companies by December 31, 2025.

CROP is looking to move quickly in finding this partner. Applications will be received and reviewed until March 28, 2025, and we aim to establish a contract by April 7, 2025.

If you are a real estate or property management professional who believes in second chances and is passionate about expanding housing opportunities for people who are ready to rebuild their lives, we encourage you to submit your proposal for this impactful role.

For inquiries or to express interest, please contact Bobby Jones-Hanley at bobby.jones@croporg.org or (415) 789-6062.