Affordable Housing Coordinator

Colonial American Development Corporation • Columbus, OH

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Colonial American Development Corporation is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Affordable Housing Coordinator to join our growing team. With a portfolio that includes over 2,000 affordable housing units in Ohio and West Virginia, our mission is to expand access to safe, well-managed housing. This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about compliance, organization, and making a meaningful impact in the affordable housing space. The Affordable Housing Coordinator will collaborate closely with Property Managers and play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate completion of compliance-related tasks for properties participating in HUD's Project-Based Section 8 Housing program and other income-restricted programs.

Requirements

• Proficiency in OneSite software (required)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex compliance topics
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in affordable housing
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local housing regulations
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25% (primarily within Ohio and West Virginia)

Nice To Haves

• Prior training or coaching experience is a plus
• Experience with programs such as HUD Project-Based Section 8, Rural Development (RD), and/or Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) strongly preferred
• Experience across multiple programs is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all income-restricted housing programs through established internal control procedures, including reviewing records, reports, and documentation.
• Identify areas of organizational risk related to housing compliance and recommend proactive solutions.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures to maintain compliance at the property level.
• Monitor certification and eligibility requirements; troubleshoot assistance payment issues as needed.
• Maintain and audit monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including vacancy and lost rent reports.
• Oversee and assist with the preparation and submission of Special Claims.
• Train Property Managers and prepare them for scheduled audits; review audit findings and ensure timely corrections.
• Assist with auditing and reconciliation of monthly rental receipt analyses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed