Job Description
Our client, a well-established property management firm, is seeking a Section 8 Coordinator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with Section 8 and NYCHA and will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with all federal, state, and local housing regulations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to providing quality affordable housing.
Location: Long Island City, NY 11101
Hours: Mon - Fri, 830am - 530pm
Salary: $65,000 - $70,000/year
Benefits: M/D/V, 401k, PTO, etc.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full lifecycle of the Section 8 process, including certifications, re-certifications, interim adjustments, and move-ins/move-outs
- Act as the primary liaison between tenants, housing authorities (e.g., NYCHA), and internal staff
- Ensure compliance with HUD regulations and agency policies
- Maintain accurate and timely records, documentation, and reporting
- Respond to resident inquiries related to subsidies and rental assistance
- Coordinate inspections and follow up on deficiencies or corrections
- Stay updated on changes to HUD guidelines and Section 8 requirements
- Support audits and contribute to process improvements for compliance and efficiency
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in affordable housing, preferably with Section 8 or other HUD-subsidized programs
- NYCHA experience
- Experience managing a portfolio of 200+ units strongly preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in property management software (e.g., Yardi, RealPage) is a plus
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required
For a quicker response, please send your resume to [email protected]!
Job Tags
Interim role, Local area,