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 jcanabal@ascendo.com!

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