Housing Stability & Compliance Specialist

Lantern Community Services, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Lantern Community Services, Inc. in New York, NY seeks a Housing Stability Specialist for its Manhattan and Bronx sites.

This full-time, non-exempt position partners with tenants and internal teams to ensure housing stability, lease compliance, and accurate rent processes. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years experience with vulnerable populations, an associate degree, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; LIHTC knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with vulnerable populations (homelessness, mental illness, substance use, HIV/AIDS).
• Experience in leasing compliance, property management, or supportive housing preferred.
• Knowledge of LIHTC, Section 8, NYCHA, HPD, DHCR, rent stabilization, and Fair Housing practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer service to residents and applicants.
• Maintain accurate tenant files ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Manage vacancies per Lantern policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with clinical staff and property management for a safe environment.
• Monitor occupancy and work to maintain at least 95% occupancy.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Data management

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CAPS/HASA Web

Job description

Lantern Community Services, Inc. in New York, NY seeks a Housing Stability Specialist for its Manhattan and Bronx sites.

This full-time, non-exempt position partners with tenants and internal teams to ensure housing stability, lease compliance, and accurate rent processes. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years experience with vulnerable populations, an associate degree, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; LIHTC knowledge is a plus.