Recertification Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We have partnered with a 250 unit affordable housing complex in Roselle that is in need of a Recertification Specialist to join the team ASAP!

• The primary responsibilities are to qualify new residents for occupancy and re-certify existing residents for continued occupancy
• This position requires organization and great attention to detail
• Other duties may be assigned by the Property Manager
• Maintain property waiting list
• Complete all aspects of resident recertifications and lease renewals, including conducting applicant interviews, collecting necessary documentation, and determining program eligibility
• Utilize EIV in accordance with HUD Guidelines (Section 8)
• Ensure proper calculation of income, assets, resident rental amount, etc
• Work with maintenance staff for timely move-in/move-out of residents
• Coordinate apartment inspections for move-ins and recertifications
• Maintain resident files in accordance with company policy and regulatory agency policy
• Maintain verbal and written communication with local Housing Authorities in all recertification matters including Requests for Tenancy Approval, subsidy adjustments, and contract signings
• Maintain subsidy ledger/corrections
• Assist office staff on other tasks, including collection of rents and social activities
• Engage in continued job-related education (educational seminars and courses) in order to keep current with regulatory agency policies, Fair Housing Rules and Regulations, federal and state compliance issues, etc
• Abides by and complies with all Fair Housing Rules and Regulations as well as other federal and state compliance issues including HUD, CHFA, LIHTC, etc
• Perform other duties as requested by the Property Manager

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