Recertification & Leasing Specialist

Description

• Perform initial, annual and interim income certifications under supervision of Property Manager
• Receive and process housing applications, maintain waiting lists, and respond to housing inquiries
• Verify income, assets, student status, household composition, and eligibility
• Ensure compliance with AMI limits, rent limits, utility allowances, and program set‑asides
• Maintain complete, organized, and audit‑ready resident files and up‑to‑date property management databases
• Coordinate move‑ins, unit transfers, and move‑outs
• Conduct resident orientations and explain lease terms, program rules, and resident responsibilities
• Perform general administrative duties, including lease preparation, file maintenance, answering phones, resident correspondence, and report preparation
• Prepare reports related to certifications, leasing activity, and compliance
• Assist management with HCR compliance reviews, HUD MORs, and local PHA audits
• Maintain documentation required by Federal, State and local agencies
• Liaise with Security, Services, Facilities, and Finance and Asset Management staff

Requirements

The Recertification and Leasing Specialist is responsible for conducting initial, annual, and interim LIHTC and HUD 50059 income certifications. The ideal candidate has experience in income certifications, rent collection, and leasing. This position ensures regulatory compliance for certifications, maintains audit‑ready files, and supports leasing and occupancy for mixed‑finance and affordable housing developments throughout Westchester County. Ability to work independently, excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer proficiency are required. Proof of COVID‑19 vaccination is required.

A bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in affordable‑housing property management are required. Bilingual ability in Spanish and English is preferred, and experience with Low‑Income Tax Credit or HUD certifications is a plus. The candidate must be detail‑oriented, capable of multitasking, and able to work unsupervised. Strong written and verbal communication skills and solid computer proficiency are essential.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance