Lease Administrator

Ascendo-Resources; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 128,943,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascendo-Resources is seeking a Lease Administrator for an Affordable Housing property in Brooklyn, NY. The role focuses on administrative support during lease-up of ~300 units, with ~100 already signed, and involves processing applicants, LIHTC compliance, and coordination with management staff.

The position requires strong leasing support, LIHTC/HCR familiarity, and experience with Yardi. On-site role with a 35-hour workweek and hourly pay in the 35–45/hr range.

Qualifications

• Experience with LIHTC recertifications and HCR requirements.
• Strong administrative and leasing support experience.
• Experience tracking applications, lease signings, tenant rates, and income calculations.

Responsibilities

• Support the leasing and lease-up process for approximately 300 units
• Track applications, approvals, lease signings, and leasing activity
• Prepare applicant qualification packets and supporting documentation
• Assist with LIHTC recertifications and HCR requirements
• Support CityFHEPS and landlord packages
• Calculate tenant income and rent percentages for eligibility
• Follow up with applicants and tenants regarding missing documentation and lease-signing requirements
• Maintain accurate leasing and applicant records
• Provide administrative support to the property management and leasing team
• Work with the Property Manager, General Manager, Superintendent, and maintenance staff
• Utilize Yardi and other property management systems

Skills

LIHTC knowledge

Yardi experience

Leasing support

Income calculations

Administrative support

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Lease Administrator – Affordable Housing

Location: Brooklyn, NY 11203
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | 35-hour workweek
Pay: $35–$45/hr
Job Type:Temp-to-Perm
Industry: Affordable Housing / Property Management

About the Role

A well-established affordable housing property is seeking a Lease Administratorto support the lease-up of approximately 300 apartments, with about 100 units currently signed. This site-based role is primarily focused on administrative support while assisting with leasing, applicant processing, and affordable housing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the leasing and lease-up process for approximately 300 units

• Track applications, approvals, lease signings, and leasing activity

• Prepare applicant qualification packets and supporting documentation

• Assist with LIHTC recertifications and HCR requirements

• Support CityFHEPS and landlord packages

• Calculate tenant income and rent percentages for eligibility

• Follow up with applicants and tenants regarding missing documentation and lease-signing requirements

• Maintain accurate leasing and applicant records

• Provide administrative support to the property management and leasing team

• Work with the Property Manager, General Manager, Superintendent, and maintenance staff

• Utilize Yardi and other property management systems

Qualifications

• Affordable housing and/or lease-up experience preferred

• Experience with LIHTC recertifications and HCR requirements

• Strong administrative and leasing support experience

• Experience tracking applications, lease signings, tenant rates, and income calculations

• Yardi experience preferred

• CityFHEPS and landlord package experience a plus

• Rent-stabilized housing experience a plus

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Why Join?

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a large affordable housing lease-up

• Potential to transition into a permanent position

• Work directly with an experienced property management team

• Meaningful work supporting affordable housing residents

Interview Process

Video Interview with General Manager & Property Manager Onsite Meeting Offer/Background Check