HUD Compliance & Recertification Specialist

Pennrose; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Pennrose is seeking a Recertification Specialist to review resident files, apply HUD guidelines, and oversee compliance across the portfolio. The role serves as the primary contact for HUD concerns and outreach to properties.

Salary ranges from $24 to $26 per hour, depending on experience, with travel to properties as required. Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years recertification experience in affordable housing
• Knowledge of Section 8, LIHTC and HUD
• Experience with EIV reports
• Understanding HUD/Public Housing policies and procedures
• COS certification preferred
• Notary public preferred

Responsibilities

• Process initial, annual, and interim recertifications and calculate rents per HUD guidelines
• Identify income reporting discrepancies and adjust rents accordingly
• Review applicant files for Section 8 eligibility
• Prepare third party verification forms and maintain files
• Review tenant ledgers and monitor arrears
• Respond to HUD concerns and provide outreach to properties
• Coordinate with property staff and travel to properties as needed

Skills

People skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Deadline driven

Education

COS certification

Notary public

Tools

Yardi

MOR

MS Office / Excel

Job description

Pennrose is seeking a Recertification Specialist to review resident files, apply HUD guidelines, and oversee compliance across the portfolio. The role serves as the primary contact for HUD concerns and outreach to properties.

Salary ranges from $24 to $26 per hour, depending on experience, with travel to properties as required. Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this deadline-driven environment.