Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) – Expanded Role

Crowninshield Management Corporation; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Exposure to compliance and operations

Job summary

Crowninshield Management Corporation is seeking a Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) for a full-time role in Lynn, Massachusetts. This position involves ensuring Section 8 compliance and managing daily property operations at Harbor Loft Apartments.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in affordable housing, strong communication skills, and knowledge of HUD regulations. Benefits are included, with a competitive hourly salary range of $22-$26 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years Section 8 / affordable housing experience.
• Knowledge of HUD, EIV, and recertifications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process Annual and Interim Recertifications (HUD 4350.3).
• Manage Section 8 waitlist, move-ins, and move-outs.
• Review EIV reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with HAP processing, rent changes, and TRACS corrections.
• Support resident relations and daily property operations.
• Process applications, verifications, and maintain compliant files.

Skills

Section 8 / affordable housing experience

Knowledge of HUD, EIV, and recertifications

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Experience with RealPage

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) to join our team and support both Section 8 compliance and daily property operations. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong experience of compliance who is looking to grow into a broader property management role.

Job Title

Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) – Expanded Role

Property: Harbor Loft Apartments

Type of Position

Full-time, Benefits eligible

Key Responsibilities

• Process Annual and Interim Recertifications (HUD 4350.3)
• Manage Section 8 waitlist, move-ins, and move-outs
• Review EIV reports and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with HAP processing, rent changes, and TRACS corrections
• Support resident relations and daily property operations
• Process applications, verifications, and maintain compliant files

Qualifications

• 2+ years Section 8 / affordable housing experience
• Knowledge of HUD, EIV, and recertifications
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with RealPage (preferred)
• Salary Will be based on experience $22 – $26 per Hour

Why Join Us

• Exposure to both compliance and operations
• Collaborative team environment

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

It is Crowninshield Management Corporation’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment, development and advancement for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, victims of domestic violence, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.