Affordable Housing Income Certification Specialist

West Side Federation For Senior and Supportive Housing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing is seeking an Income Certification Specialist to ensure quality compliance with funders and regulators. The role supports safeguarding assets and income streams while maintaining high standards of accuracy and timeliness.

Reporting to the Property Manager, this full-time on-site position requires knowledge of HPD, NYCHA, and Section 8 guidelines, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Bronx location.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HPD, NYCHA and Section 8 guidelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and spoken communications skills.
• Strong office and organizational skills.
• Ability to solve problems independently.
• Liaise effectively with supervisors and staff to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with annual compliance recertification and deadlines.
• Act as liaison for program standards and requirements.
• Identify training needs and stay updated on program changes.
• Process rent bills and payments in RealPage in a timely manner.
• Oversee Master Files related to tenant and compliance records.
• Draft correspondence on building management, certification and subsidies.
• Serve as primary contact for tenant ledgers and income limits.
• Support daily operations with Assistant/Property Manager.
• Help staff in safeguarding WSFSSH assets.

Skills

HPD guidelines

NYCHA guidelines

Section 8 guidelines

Microsoft Office

Communications skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

LIHTC Certification preferred

Tools

RealPage

RealPage Affordable

Job description

The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing is seeking an Income Certification Specialist to ensure quality compliance with funders and regulators. The role supports safeguarding assets and income streams while maintaining high standards of accuracy and timeliness.

Reporting to the Property Manager, this full-time on-site position requires knowledge of HPD, NYCHA, and Section 8 guidelines, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Bronx location.