Summary:

The Recertification Specialist is responsible for the administration operations related to the recertification process for a HUD-subsidized senior apartment building and a Rent Stabilized LIHTC Property. This role involves communicating operational information to tenants and collaborating with the Building Superintendent, Security Guards, and other staff to maintain a pleasant, safe, and sanitary environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct annual recertification of tenants to ensure continued eligibility.
• Oversee HUD-subsidized and low-income tax credit units.
• Prepare tenant files both physical and virtual to be AUDIT ready.
• Maintain all EIV files and reports.
• Prepare annual owner certifications, including HOME annual owner certification.
• Schedule and oversee Annual Management Review/Site Visits conducted by all regulatory agencies (city, state federal), such as Enterprise, HUD, HDC, HCR, HPD, and DHS.
• Instruct new tenants on apartment use and building regulations.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and filings as required by ownership, supervisory entities, and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare an annual budget if necessary.
• Document and address all occupancy-related issues, including tenant complaints, damage, and necessary repairs.
• Generate work orders, conduct annual inspections, and record findings in the maintenance module.
• Collaborate with the Building Superintendent to inspect buildings and grounds at least twice weekly, recording deficiencies and scheduling necessary repairs.
• Be available for emergency situations that may require evening work.
• Maintain familiarity with HUD, DHCR, HDC, and HPD regulations, including rent stabilization rules and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree (High School Diploma/GED equivalency required).
• Computer literacy required.
• Certification in LITC, EIV or COS preferred
• Knowledge of Yardi/Voyager software preferred.
• Experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and HUD regulations.
• Ability to accurately and consistently maintain logs and write reports.
• Knowledge of DHCR rules and regulations.
• Supervisory skills with the ability to manage staff and work collaboratively.
• Experience working with multi-ethnic seniors with compassion and confidence.
• Strong team-building and personnel supervisory skills.
• Bilingual skills in Greek, Spanish, Chinese, or Korean are a plus.
• Experience with property management software, particularly Yardi

VOYARGER 7.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person