Recertification/.Occupancy Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We have partnered with a brand new 53 unit affordable property in downtown New Brunswick who is looking for a skilled individual to handle all leasing efforts (this is a lease up) and compliance paperwork (inspections, annual certifications, move in/out paperwork)

The Specialist will show the apartments, interview applicants, handle the application and paperwork once they move in. MUST HAVE TAX CREDIT (LIHTC) EXPERIENCE

Affordable Housing Occupancy & Recertification Specialist

We seeking an experienced affordable housing (HUD & LIHTC) Occupancy and Recertification Specialist for an immediate opening in New Brunswick NJ

Job Summary:
The Occupancy & Recertification Specialist position is responsible for assuring the property operates within all compliance requirements for new leases and renewals within the recertification process of our tenants.
The Occupancy & Recertification Specialist reports to the Property Manager of their assigned properties and assists in all facets of property management, tenancy, compliance and operations as needed.
Our goal is to support the long-term growth of our employees and successful Occupancy & Recertification Specialists are highly considered for future advancement within our organization.

Job Responsibilities – Including but not limited to the following:

• Consistently provide residents, vendors and employees with the highest quality of service.
• Process initial, annual and interim recertification’s in addition to retroactive rent calculations while conforming to HUD, LIHTC, Affirmative Fair Housing regulations and guidelines, as well as Federal, State and City government regulations and guidelines.
• Regularly communicates with tenants as needed and assist applicants with inquiries and questions regarding LIHTC, HUD, compliance and affordable housing availability.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, annual re-certifications and annual filing as it pertains to Section 42 LIHTC properties tax credit recertification processes, RAP, DECD and HUD project based and choice vouchers.
• Handle income and rent calculations for tenants using HUD and LIHTC formulas.
• Receive and process rent collections and delinquencies, late notices and posting rents.
• Participate in training including LIHTC, Compliance, Fair Housing, HUD, NCHM, CHFA, DOH, and other training seminars as requested by your manager.
• Train and assist other employees with occupancy, recertification and other related subjects.
• Understanding VAWA and Fair Housing compliance.
• Criminal Background, Credit Check and EIV coordination, review and assistance.
• MOR Review and Preparation.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor or senior management as needed.

Education, Experience, Skills and Other Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of initial, annual and interim recertification experience with HUD properties and/or Tax Credit properties in Compliance and/or as an affordable housing property manager.
• Must have excellent computer skills as well as proficiency in the following software programs: Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to advocate, organize, problem-solve and work independently as well as with others.
• Strong written and oral interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and complex operational matters.
• Strong time management, follow up, administrative and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, organizes tasks, manage time and prioritize projects.
• Experience with Property Management Software. (Real Page, Yardi, Boston Post, etc.)
• Property management experience and certifications a plus (COS, TSC, LIHTC).

Starting Wage: $22-24/hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and certifications.

…Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws: rate of pay listed is on a per hour basis. You will be entitled to health insurance once employed for 60 days and you must work 30 hours per week, on average, per month to enroll and maintain health insurance through Complete Staffing Solutions. Once both qualifiers are met you must complete the enrollment packet and your benefits will start on the first of the subsequent month. ..It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin or any other legally protected class. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. We are strongly committed to this policy, and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.#ZIP