Recertification Specialist

EqualAccess • Full-time • Bronx, New York, United States • $55k - $65k / year • 6d ago

Recertification Specialist – Affordable Housing Compliance

Location: Bronx, NY

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Employer

EqualAccess is partnering with a rapidly growing, mission-aligned property management firm specializing in affordable multifamily housing. With a strong commitment to resident services and regulatory excellence, this organization is expanding its compliance team to meet the needs of its evolving New York City portfolio.

Role Summary

The Recertification Specialist will oversee income certifications and compliance for large affordable housing sites in East New York, Brooklyn and Bronx, NY. This role ensures resident files and program operations align with all relevant regulatory standards, including Section 8, Mitchell-Lama, and LIHTC guidelines. The position reports to the Compliance Manager and serves as the primary point of contact for recertification and compliance-related tasks at the site.

What You'll Do

Process initial, annual, and interim recertifications in accordance with LIHTC, Mitchell-Lama, and Section 8 regulations
Calculate household income, assets, expenses, and retroactive rent adjustments
Identify and resolve income discrepancies per agency guidelines
Review applicant files and determine Section 8 eligibility
Notify residents of upcoming recertifications and schedule interviews
Prepare third-party verification requests and follow up with external agencies
Maintain accurate and audit-ready resident files and documentation
Support compliance-related reporting and assist during audits and MORs
Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of affordable housing compliance experience
High school diploma or GED
Strong knowledge of Section 8, Mitchell-Lama, and LIHTC regulations
Experience with Yardi Voyager
Familiarity with Management and Occupancy Reviews (MORs)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management abilities
Ability to manage sensitive resident information with professionalism and discretion
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

COS certification
Notary Public certification

Compensation

$55K–$65K/year

Benefits

100% employer-paid medical insurance (employee coverage), dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with up to 4% employer match (traditional and Roth options), paid time off (starting at 120 hours/year), 56 hours of paid sick leave annually, 12 paid holidays plus 1 paid volunteer day, tuition reimbursement, annual performance-based bonus, company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and financial wellness support (FinFit).

Additional Information

Every placement through EqualAccess includes 6 months of personalized post-placement coaching, mentorship, and skills development to ensure long-term retention, performance, and career growth.