Assistant Director, Leasing

Breaking Ground • New York, NY

49d

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Leasing, the Assistant Director, Leasing manages the applications and selection process for leasing applicantsfor the portfolio of Breaking Ground's supportive housing and affordable housing that is managed by Breaking Ground. The Assistant Director supervises Leasing Managers whose teams work directly with affordable and special needs applicants, guiding them through the application process and pairing them with available units.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 3 years of experience in Low Income Housing Tax Credits, Section 8, and HPD Housing Connect 2.0 Lottery system
• LIHTC Certification required
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• Detail oriented and organized
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams

Responsibilities

• Supervise Leasing Managers who each oversee a team of Intake and Eligibility Specialists responsible for managing the application and selection process for leasing applicants
• Partner with the Compliance team and Building Directors to manage occupancy standards and compliance with regulatory agreements
• Assist in managing housing lotteries and ensure properties are fully leased within the deadlines set by monitoring agents and stakeholders
• Manage reporting and data collection for occupancy statistics, outcomes, demographics, homeless status, etc.
• Provide guidance for Leasing Managers and their teams in communications with applicants
• Communicate with private developers on recommendations of applicants
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager