AFFORDABLE HOUSING OCCUPANCY SPECIALIST

•SECTION 8/LIHTC BGSF Minneapolis, MN Job Details Full-time $45,000

•$50,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Income verification Teamwork Fair Housing Act Property management tools LIHTC Spreadsheets Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations Welfare eligibility determination Filing Client file management Affordable housing management Attention to detail Compliance documentation Section 8 Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) Audit support Landlord-tenant law Office record organization Full Job Description

AFFORDABLE HOUSING OCCUPANCY SPECIALIST

•SECTION 8/

LIHTC Location:

Minneapolis, MN 55454

Salary:

$45,000

•50,000 annually

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m

•5:00 p.m.

Job Type:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking an experienced Affordable Housing Occupancy Specialist with direct knowledge of HUD, Section 8 and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs. This position is responsible for processing certifications and recertifications, determining applicant eligibility, managing resident files, maintaining waiting-list compliance and preparing documentation for audits and regulatory reviews. Candidates must have hands-on Section 8 and LIHTC compliance experience. Conventional property management or leasing experience alone will not qualify.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Process affordable housing applications according to HUD, Section 8, LIHTC and IRS requirements. Screen and qualify applicants based on income limits, household composition and program eligibility. Prepare new resident files and ensure all required compliance documents are complete and accurate. Process initial certifications, annual recertifications and interim recertifications within required deadlines. Send recertification notices and follow up with residents to obtain missing documentation. Complete income calculations, asset verifications and third-party verifications. Prepare and review

HUD 50059

forms, Tenant Income Certifications and related occupancy documents. Use EIV, TRACS and property-management systems to verify resident information and maintain compliance. Manage affordable housing waiting lists according to HUD, LIHTC and Fair Housing requirements. Maintain complete, accurate and audit-ready resident files. Assist with monthly Housing Assistance Payment requests and HAP vouchers. Prepare files for audits, inspections, Management and Occupancy Reviews and compliance monitoring. Correct resident-file deficiencies and resolve compliance issues within required timeframes. Assist with annual reporting for affordable housing and subsidy programs. Monitor resident account balances, rent collections and delinquent accounts. Communicate professionally with applicants, residents, property teams and regulatory agencies. Maintain current knowledge of HUD, Section 8, LIHTC, Fair Housing and applicable landlord-tenant requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Previous experience as an Occupancy Specialist, Affordable Housing Specialist, Compliance Specialist, Recertification Specialist, Housing Specialist or similar position. Direct, hands-on experience with Section 8 and LIHTC programs. Experience processing initial certifications, annual recertifications and interim recertifications. Knowledge of income calculations, asset verification, third-party verification and resident eligibility requirements. Experience maintaining affordable housing resident files and preparing for audits. Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and affordable housing compliance requirements. Strong organization, accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to independently manage multiple certifications, files and deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and property-management or compliance software. Professional written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience with

EIV, TRACS, HUD 50059

forms, HAP vouchers and Tenant Income Certifications. Experience preparing for resident-file audits, regulatory inspections or Management and Occupancy Reviews. COS, CPO, HCCP, SHCM, TCS or another affordable housing certification. Knowledge of Minnesota landlord-tenant laws.

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?

Competitive salary of $45,000

•50,000 annually Consistent Monday-Friday schedule Full-time opportunity specializing in affordable housing compliance Ability to use your HUD, Section 8 and LIHTC expertise in an essential role Professional environment with independent responsibility and collaboration

APPLICATION REQUIREMENT

Please ensure your resume clearly identifies your direct experience with HUD, Section 8, LIHTC, certifications, recertifications, EIV, TRACS, HUD 50059 forms or affordable housing compliance. Candidates without direct Section 8 or LIHTC occupancy compliance experience will not be considered. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. #

BGDH Pay:

$45,000.00

•$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of direct experience do you have processing Section 8 and LIHTC certifications or recertifications? No experience Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3+ years Have you independently completed initial certifications, annual recertifications and interim recertifications for an affordable housing community? Yes No Do you have hands-on experience with HUD compliance documentation, including

HUD 50059

forms, EIV, TRACS or Tenant Income Certifications?

Yes No Work Location:

In person