Recertification Coordinator – HUD & LIHTC Compliance

Socket.dev; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Recertification Specialist to ensure HUD policies and LIHTC and Section 8 guidelines are followed across multiple properties in the Washington, DC area. You will coordinate annual recertifications, calculate rents, and monitor income discrepancies to ensure accurate housing subsidies and timely reporting to authorities.

The role requires 1–3 years of HUD/LIHTC/Section 8 experience, relevant certifications, and strong customer service and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of relevant property management experience.
• 1–3 years of HUD, LIHTC and Section 8 affordable housing program experience.
• Tax Credit Specialist (TCS), COS or HCCP designation required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Experience with computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process initial, annual, and interim recertifications while conforming to HUD regulations.
• Calculate rents for annual and interim recertification.
• Identify households with income reporting discrepancies and make rent adjustments.
• Review applicant files and determine Section 8/LIHTC eligibility.
• Follow LIHTC and Section 8 guidelines.
• Notify residents of upcoming recertifications.
• Schedule initial interviews for recertifications.
• Prepare third-party verification forms.
• Maintaining residents’ files and paperwork.
• Investigate and correct income discrepancies.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Conflict resolution

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Tax Credit Specialist (TCS)

Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS)

Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Recertification Specialist to ensure HUD policies and LIHTC and Section 8 guidelines are followed across multiple properties in the Washington, DC area. You will coordinate annual recertifications, calculate rents, and monitor income discrepancies to ensure accurate housing subsidies and timely reporting to authorities.

The role requires 1–3 years of HUD/LIHTC/Section 8 experience, relevant certifications, and strong customer service and organizational skills.