Affordable Housing Specialist

McKinley Companies•Taylor, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

McKinley is seeking an Affordable Housing Specialist to join its team in Taylor, Michigan. The role focuses on record-keeping and compliance with HUD requirements related to leasing and Section 8. The specialist works with residents, third parties, and apartment communities to manage certifications, eligibility, leases, waiting lists, and compliance with affordable housing rules and regulations, mainly Section 8 and tax credit requirements. Physical attendance at the assigned community is required for all scheduled shifts.

Requirements

A minimum of 1–3 years of affordable housing or case management experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to understand safety rules and procedures.
Ability to ask relevant questions, listen to customers’ needs, and provide an appropriate housing solution.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of federal and state Equal Housing Opportunity laws.
Overcoming objections and closing skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Valid driver’s license and access to transportation for assigned outreach, travel between McKinley offices, and travel within the community.

Nice To Haves

Affordable housing or case management experience of 1–3 years, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with HUD requirements for the in-house affordable housing program, mainly Section 8.
Handle office communications, including answering telephone lines, responding to emails, routing calls, and handling routine inquiries.
Work with third parties to complete verifications.
Complete interim and annual recertifications accurately and on time, as required by HUD.
Execute repayment agreements for residents.
Complete initial move-in certifications when needed.
Prepare leases and manage waiting lists.
Determine resident eligibility and meet and communicate directly with residents.
Partner with and support apartment communities to ensure compliance with affordable housing rules and regulations, mainly Section 8 and tax credit requirements.
Meet all compliance and HUD guidelines.
Maintain professional written and oral communication with residents and document all resident interactions.
Meet fair housing standards and McKinley standards for qualifying new applicants.
Perform additional job responsibilities as assigned.