Supportive Housing

　　Recertification Specialist (Sec 8 & LIHTC) Bronx, NY : 1/4/2024

　　Job Description

　　Job ID#:

　　3730

　　Job Category:

　　Supportive Housing

　　Position Type:

　　Full Time

　　Details:

　　TheRecertification Specialist (RS)is responsible for reviewing and completing tenant income recertifications at multiple Promesa Housing properties. In addition to ensuring all recertification documents adhere to regulatory agreements and registrations, the RS will assist with tenant outreach as needed and work directly with tenants to gather and organize all necessary documentation. The RS will also provide recertification training, resources and updates to building staff in conjunction with the BG Compliance department. The incumbent will conduct all job-related duties in compliance with LIHTC guidelines, other housing contracts, equal housing opportunity laws, and Promesa Housing best practices. The RS will be part of a floating team and will be assigned to buildings across the Promesa Housing portfolio in Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx as needed.

　　The salary offered is $55,000.00/Annually

　　KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

　　Process initial, annual and interim recertification's, in addition to retroactive rent-calculations while conforming to HUD regulations and HPD guidelines

　　Responsible for completing recertifications for all tenants in LIHTC and HOME units and ensuring 100% compliance prior to the due dates

　　Responsible for tracking and implementing renewal schedules for each portfolio and ensuring compliance to the 120 day recertification period

　　Responsible for ensuring all leases for PVB units are approved 90 days before recertification period to ensure leasing rent increases are approved by funders.

　　Complete monthly reporting and ensure 95% of benchmarks are completed.

　　Maintain complete, accurate and timely records in Yardi

　　Identifying households with income reporting discrepancies and make rent-adjustments

　　Review applicant files and determining Section 8 eligibility

　　Follow LIHTC, HOME, Mitchell-Lama and Section 8 guidelines

　　Flexibility in tenant relations, ensuring tenant needs for scheduling and completion of documentation, are considered and met when possible

　　Ensuring all leases have accurate recertification information and are prepared for execution

　　assists with screening applicants, selecting tenants and notifying applicants of the status of their applications (approved, denied, wait listed). Enters new tenant information in Property Management Software (Yardi).

　　administers leasing renewals, transfers, move outs and relocations. Assists with tenant recertification for assisted housing programs as required. Maintains monthly Leasing Status Reports and enforces violations of the lease and house rules

　　Understand LIHTC regulations and procedures to ensure properties remain compliant with Federal, State and City regulations, and that leasing meets all Rent Regulations/

　　Strong interpersonal and business communication skills, bilingual preferred

　　High level of organization and attention to detail, comfortable in a fast-paced work environment

　　Quality and customer service driven

　　Any additional duties as required by Supervisor

　　REQUIREMENTS:

　　High School Diploma/GED

　　Knowledge of Section 8, LIHTC and HUD

　　Must have knowledge of HUD/Public Housing/Tax Credit policies and procedures.

　　Detail oriented and the ability to operate on a deadline driven schedule

　　Possess strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills

　　Notary is preferred

　　COS certification

　　Bilingual-Spanish required

　　Yardi Experience, required

　　Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer

　　Job Type: Full-time

　　Salary: $55,000.00 per year

　　Job Requirements