Affordable Housing Recertification Specialist

Rochester's Cornerstone Group • Syracuse, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our Team and Make a Difference! At Rochester’s Cornerstone Group, we value our employees and foster a positive and supportive work environment, where integrity is our guiding principle. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow with a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you. Formed in 1990, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group Ltd. has become a leader in affordable housing development in Upstate New York. Since being formed, Cornerstone has created or preserved more than 3,000 units of affordable housing. These projects serve a wide range of people, including families, the elderly, individuals with mobility impairments or people with developmental disabilities. Our motto: Rochester's Cornerstone Group, where Integrity is the Cornerstone . We're looking for a skilled, experienced, and dedicated individual to join our growing team! Compensation : $22 - $25/hour (based on experience). Summary: Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of annual and interim recertifications for residents across a portfolio of affordable housing properties in the Buffalo, NY region. This position requires regular travel to all properties within the assigned portfolio to support onsite recertification activities, conduct resident meetings, perform file reviews, and collaborate with site-based staff.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of affordable housing compliance regulations, including HUD and LIHTC program rules.
• Proficiency in housing or property management software (e.g., OneSite).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Required use of personal cell phone (reimbursement included).
• High School Diploma/GED required, Associate degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Regular local travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures timely and accurate processing of resident eligibility, maintains audit-ready documentation, and provides consistent, high-quality service.
• Collects, verifies, and assesses documentation related to household income, assets, expenses, and composition for eligibility determination.
• Calculates tenant rent portions and Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) & issues rent changes.
• Monitors recertification schedules and proactively follows-up.
• Prepares and submits required compliance reports to regulatory agencies
• Supports and participates in audits, inspections, and reviews conducted by HUD, state, or local agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned and commits to promoting company culture, mission and values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree