Recertification Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Recertification Specialist – Affordable Housing Compliance

Brooklyn, NY | $55,000–$65,000 / year | Full-Time

Right Person. Right Seat. Right Results.

About the Company

EqualAccess is partnering with a rapidly growing, mission-aligned property management firm specializing in affordable multifamily housing. With a strong commitment to resident services and regulatory excellence, this organization is expanding its compliance team to meet the needs of its evolving New York City portfolio.

Position Summary

We are hiring a Recertification Specialist to oversee income certifications and compliance for a large affordable housing site in East New York, Brooklyn. This role ensures resident files and program operations align with all relevant regulatory standards, including Section 8, Mitchell-Lama, and LIHTC guidelines. This position reports to the Compliance Manager and serves as the primary point of contact for recertification and compliance-related tasks at the site.

Key Responsibilities

Process initial, annual, and interim recertifications in accordance with LIHTC, Mitchell-Lama, and Section 8 regulations

Calculate household income, assets, expenses, and retroactive rent adjustments

Identify and resolve income discrepancies per agency guidelines

Review applicant files and determine Section 8 eligibility

Notify residents of upcoming recertifications and schedule interviews

Prepare third-party verification requests and follow up with external agencies

Maintain accurate and audit-ready resident files and documentation

Support compliance-related reporting and assist during audits and MORs

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of affordable housing compliance experience

High school diploma or GED required

Strong knowledge of Section 8 , Mitchell-Lama , and LIHTC regulations

COS certification preferred

Experience with Yardi Voyager required

Familiarity with Management and Occupancy Reviews (MORs)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management abilities

Ability to manage sensitive resident information with professionalism and discretion

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Notary Public preferred

Location : Brooklyn, NY

Employment Type : Full-time

Compensation : $55,000–$65,000 / year

Why EqualAccess

We don’t just place candidates — we stay with them. Every placement through EqualAccess includes 6 months of personalized post-placement coaching, mentorship, and skills development to ensure long-term retention, performance, and career growth.

Benefits (Offered by Employer)

100% Employer-paid Medical Insurance (Employee coverage)

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match (Traditional and Roth options)

Paid Time Off (starting at 120 hours / year)

56 hours of Paid Sick Leave annually

12 Paid Holidays + 1 Paid Volunteer Day

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Performance-Based Bonus

Company-paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Wellness Support (FinFit)