Affordable Housing Leasing Specialist (Onsite NYC)

Vaco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Residential Real Estate/Property Management is seeking an Affordable Housing Leasing Specialist for on-site roles in New York City. You will lead applicants through the affordable housing process, including NYC Housing Connect, income verification, and lease signing, while coordinating with Leasing, Compliance, and Community Management teams.

Responsibilities include eligibility determination, tours, marketing coordination, and supporting audits and compliance reporting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in LIHTC, Section 8, and/or middle-income multifamily housing leasing.
• Hands-on NYC Housing Connect experience with lease-ups and/or mini-lotteries.
• Regulatory agency experience with NYC/NY State agencies (e.g., NYC HDC/HPD, NYS HCR/HFA, HRA, DSS).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience; relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eligibility appointments and process applications for affordable and middle-income housing programs.
• Register prospects and conduct virtual and in-person property tours, highlighting development features, local community amenities, and portfolio benefits.
• Help applicants navigate NYC Housing Connect and other listing platforms, guiding them through the affordable housing application and lottery process.
• Assist with marketing, re-marketing, and housing lotteries (including NYC Housing Connect activity) in coordination with governmental marketing agencies and third-party partners.
• Conduct outreach to prospective applicants, respond promptly to online inquiries and phone calls, and build strong client relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization

Customer service

Bilingual (plus)

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Accredited Housing Certification (LIHTC Specialist/ COS)

NYS Real Estate Salesperson License

NYS Notary License

Tools

Yardi

Microsoft Office

Job description

Residential Real Estate/Property Management is seeking an Affordable Housing Leasing Specialist for on-site roles in New York City. You will lead applicants through the affordable housing process, including NYC Housing Connect, income verification, and lease signing, while coordinating with Leasing, Compliance, and Community Management teams.

Responsibilities include eligibility determination, tours, marketing coordination, and supporting audits and compliance reporting.