Section 8 Coordinator Position Available In New York, New York

Our client, a well-established property management firm, is seeking a Section 8 Coordinator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with Section 8 and NYCHA and will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with all federal, state, and local housing regulations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to providing quality affordable housing.

Location:

Long Island City, NY 11101

Hours:

Mon•Fri, 830am•530pm

Salary:

$65,000•$70,000/year

Benefits:

M/D/V, 401k, PTO, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full lifecycle of the Section 8 process, including certifications, re-certifications, interim adjustments, and move-ins/move-outs Act as the primary liaison between tenants, housing authorities (e.g., NYCHA), and internal staff Ensure compliance with HUD regulations and agency policies Maintain accurate and timely records, documentation, and reporting Respond to resident inquiries related to subsidies and rental assistance Coordinate inspections and follow up on deficiencies or corrections Stay updated on changes to HUD guidelines and Section 8 requirements Support audits and contribute to process improvements for compliance and efficiency

Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in affordable housing, preferably with Section 8 or other HUD-subsidized programs NYCHA experience Experience managing a portfolio of 200+ units strongly preferred Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Proficient in property management software (e.g., Yardi, RealPage) is a plus Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required For a quicker response, please send your resume to jcanabal@ascendo.com!