Affordable Housing Leasing Coordinator

The Douglaston Companies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

FSA & HSA

Life insurance

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Mental health resources

Paid holidays

Employee referral program

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

The Douglaston Companies is seeking an Affordable Housing Leasing Coordinator in New York City. This role supports leasing staff, coordinates applicant records, reviews credit/backgrounds, and helps manage subsidy packages to transition residents to Property Management. Hybrid work setup with in-office and remote days.

Minimum 1 year of NYC affordable housing or related experience is required. Strong organization, communication, and attention to detail are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant NYC experience in affordable housing, property management, leasing, or subsidy processing.
• Familiarity with leasing processes, applicant file management, and subsidy or recertification documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Maintain applicant records and statuses in internal trackers and Affordable Housing Software.
• Assist leasing staff with scheduling appointments.
• Assist with running applicants’ credit and background checks.
• Coordinate final leasing activities and transition new residents to Property Management.
• Assist with subsidy package preparation, submission, follow-up, and status tracking.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain applicants and lease files.
• Manage shared inbox and phone inquiries, ensuring timely response and escalation.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Follow-up skills

Tools

Yardi

Housing Connect 2.0

Pronto Housing

Job description

At The Douglaston Companies, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that great ideas come from working together, sharing perspectives, and supporting one another to achieve common goals. We have an exciting opportunity for an Affordable Housing Leasing Coordinator, to join The Douglaston Companies. If you are looking to work in a collaborative and supportive environment but also be challenged in your role,

Why Choose The Douglaston Companies?

Continuous Learning and Development:

Your growth matters to us. We offer ongoing professional development through in-person and virtual training programs designed to sharpen your skills and help you thrive.

Community Commitment

We don’t just build properties—we build communities. Our team actively gives back, creating meaningful impact and building a better tomorrow, together.

Career Advancement:

This isn’t just a job, it’s a career. We invest in your personal and professional growth because we know that when our people succeed, we all succeed.

Back to the role

What you will do:

• Maintain applicant records and statuses in internal trackers and Affordable Housing Software (i.e. Yardi, Housing Connect 2.0, Pronto Housing)


• Assist leasing staff with scheduling appointments


• Assist with running applicants’ credit and background check


• Coordinate final leasing activities and transition new residents to Property Management.


• Assist with subsidy package preparation, submission, follow-up, and status tracking, escalating delays as needed


• Prepare, organize, and maintain applicants and lease files


• Manage shared inbox and phone inquiries, ensuring timely response and appropriate escalation. Support broader affordable housing leasing and compliance initiatives as needed


• Provide general administrative support across the team

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant NYC experience in affordable housing, property management, leasing, or subsidy processing


• Familiarity with leasing processes, applicant file management, and subsidy or recertification documentation


• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment


• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

Salary Range:

$55,000 - $62,000/yr. ($28.21 - $31.71)

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

• Financial wellness perks to set you up for success - such as 401(k), FSA & HSA, employer-paid life insurance (basic- with option to purchase more); paid leave & disability programs.


• Pet insurance for our furry family


• Mental health resources, such as counseling, are available to our team members


• Time off- Paid Vacation time, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick days


• Employee Referral Program


• Tuition & certification Reimbursement


• Hybrid work schedule with 4 days in office and 1 day remote (subject to your work location and role).

Since 1979, The Douglaston Companies have been at the forefront of building some of the most exciting, transformative projects in New York City and beyond. Comprised of three vertically integrated companies, The Douglaston Companies lead projects through the complete lifecycle, from development to construction, and property management. Together, the companies have brought more than 15,000 apartments to fruition and completed more than $4 Billion of development. Throughout every project we build and manage, The Douglaston Companies remain committed to founder Jeffrey Levine’s original vision: to revitalize and grow neighborhoods one building, one block, one community at a time.

• Douglaston Development: The driving force of our organization, Douglaston Development spearheads property acquisition and development strategies, while fostering relationships with stakeholders and working closely with communities to develop best-in-class properties.


• Levine Builders: Our construction management arm leads everything from pre-construction and construction management to final commissioning and close out, bringing the company's projects to fruition.


• Clinton Management: Clinton Management provides comprehensive property management services for developments completed by Douglaston Development and constructed by Levine Builders. Clinton oversees our diverse portfolio of moderate-income housing, luxury apartments, commercial, and retail properties

Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply! The Douglaston Companies is proud to be an inclusive Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination based on any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including, but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, age, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, caregiver status, pregnancy, citizenship, military or veteran status.