Occupancy & Recert Specialist

Related•Saint Charles, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, organized, and passionate Occupancy & Recertification Specialist to join our team at our 162-unit affordable housing community in St. Charles, MO. The Recertification Specialist is responsible for the recertification process at the property and is required to know about all aspects of recertifications, program compliance, and resident relations. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to processing and collecting resident information including 3rd party verification, determining eligibility for continued occupancy, processing interim certifications as needed, ensuring proper calculation of income, assets and rent levels. If you’re ready to leverage your knowledge of affordable housing policies and passion for excellence in a high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of Affordable Housing, LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, Federal, State and Local Housing regulations
Demonstrated ability to complete recertification accurately and within an established time frame
Familiarity with HUD/Public Housing/Tax Credit policies and procedures.
Highly detail-oriented, with the ability to manage a deadline-driven schedule.
Available to work part-time, up to 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist) certification is required
Notary Public certification is preferred.
Proficiency in housing management software, RealPage is a plus.
Leasing License or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.
A strong passion for social action, delivery of quality services and the preservation of affordable housing.
Demonstrates accountability and reliability by taking full ownership of projects and outcomes, prioritizing precision and attention to detail, and approaching challenges with grit, resilience, and proactive problem-solving, while continuously engaging in learning and development to enhance performance.

Nice To Haves

Notary Public certification is preferred.
RealPage is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and training to team members on compliance processes and best practices.
Maintain and update EIV binders, ensuring timely generation of monthly and quarterly EIV reports.
Monitor and enforce adherence to Low Income Housing Tax Credit/LIHTC, and HUD regulations.
Prepare and process required documentation for audits and compliance reviews.
Process initial, annual, and interim recertifications, including calculating retroactive rent, in compliance with HUD regulations and HPD guidelines.
Accurately determine tenant rents for annual and interim recertifications.
Maintain detailed records of all transactions to ensure compliance with housing policies.
Collaborate with property management to address resident concerns related to recertifications.
Ensure timely submission of all necessary forms and documentation.