Certified Tax Credit Leasing Specialist

Noble Realty Advisors LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Noble Realty Advisors is seeking experienced LIHTC leasing specialists to join our residential property management team. This full-time, in-person role supports communities across Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia, managing leasing, applications, eligibility, and compliance.

The successful candidate will have LIHTC experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage the complete leasing cycle from inquiry to move-in while maintaining accurate files and compliance with

Qualifications

• LIHTC experience in residential property management.
• Knowledge of Section 42 requirements and affordable housing compliance.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience reviewing rental applications and calculating household income.
• Proficiency with MS Office and property management software.

Responsabilités

• Manage leasing process for assigned community.
• Process rental applications and screenings.
• Coordinate move-ins and prepare leases.
• Maintain accurate leasing records and logs.
• Work with Property Manager to meet occupancy goals.

Connaissances

LIHTC experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

multitasking

Formation

LIHTC compliance training / certification

Outils

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Yardi

RealPage

Description du poste

Position Summary

Company: Noble Realty Advisors

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: In-Person, Site-Based

Locations: Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia

Reports To: Property Manager / Regional Property Manager

Noble Realty Advisors is seeking experienced, detail-oriented, and customer-service-focused Tax Credit Leasing Specialists to join our residential property management team. We have multiple full-time openings at residential communities throughout Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia.

The Tax Credit Leasing Specialist is responsible for managing the leasing process, processing rental applications, verifying household eligibility, preparing required certifications, and maintaining compliance with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and other applicable affordable housing regulations.

The ideal candidate must have prior LIHTC experience in residential property management, a strong understanding of affordable housing compliance requirements, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage the leasing process from initial inquiry through move-in.

This is a full-time, in-person, site-based position. Each employee will be assigned to a specific residential community. This is not a traveling or multi-site position. A valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle are required.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeasing and Marketing

• Manage the leasing process for available apartments at the assigned residential community.
• Respond to prospective residents, answer inquiries, schedule appointments, and conduct apartment tours.
• Market available apartments through approved advertising platforms and other marketing channels.
• Process rental applications and coordinate applicant screening in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Follow up with applicants to obtain outstanding information and documentation.
• Prepare leases, addenda, required disclosures, and move-in paperwork.
• Coordinate move-ins and ensure all required documentation is completed before occupancy.
• Maintain accurate leasing records, prospect logs, waiting lists, and application status updates.
• Work with the Property Manager to maintain occupancy goals and minimize apartment vacancies.

Tax Credit Compliance and Eligibility

• Review rental applications and supporting documentation to determine household eligibility under LIHTC and other applicable affordable housing programs.
• Collect, review, and verify household income, assets, household composition, student status, and other required eligibility information.
• Obtain third-party verifications from employers, financial institutions, benefit providers, and other applicable sources.
• Calculate anticipated annual household income in accordance with applicable program requirements and established compliance procedures.
• Prepare initial eligibility certifications and recertifications when required by the applicable program.
• Ensure resident files contain complete, accurate, and properly executed certifications, verifications, disclosures, and supporting documentation.
• Identify missing information, discrepancies, and potential eligibility concerns and report them to the Property Manager or Compliance Department.
• Maintain organized and accurate resident files in preparation for internal audits, compliance reviews, and agency or investor inspections.
• Follow applicable LIHTC requirements under Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code and relevant state and local affordable housing regulations.
• Maintain the confidentiality of applicant and resident information.

Property Administration and Customer Service

• Provide professional and timely communication to prospective and current residents.
• Work closely with the Property Manager and Compliance Department to resolve application and documentation issues.
• Track pending applications and outstanding verifications to ensure timely processing.
• Maintain accurate information in property management software and electronic filing systems.
• Assist with occupancy reports, leasing updates, and other administrative reporting as requested.
• Perform additional leasing and administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Prior LIHTC experience in residential property management is required.
• Working knowledge of Section 42 requirements, household income limits, income and asset verification, student eligibility, and affordable housing compliance.
• Experience reviewing rental applications, calculating household income, preparing eligibility certifications, and maintaining compliant resident files.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and applicable federal, state, and local housing regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple applications, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to use property management software and affordable housing compliance systems.
• A valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle are required.
• Ability to work full-time, in person, at the assigned residential property.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in residential leasing or property management.
• Experience with LIHTC certifications, income calculations, and compliance file preparation.
• Completion of LIHTC compliance training or an industry-recognized affordable housing certification.
• Experience using Yardi, RealPage, or similar property management software.

Work Schedule and Location

This is a full-time, in-person position at a designated residential community. Multiple positions are available at properties throughout Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia.

Each employee will be assigned to a specific property and will report to that location according to the established work schedule. This position does not require routine travel between multiple properties.

A valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle are mandatory qualifications for employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Noble Realty Advisors is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.