Leasing (Recertification) Specialist

EqualAccess is partnering with a long-standing, mission-driven property management company specializing in affordable housing across New York City. Our client has decades of experience managing a diverse portfolio—including LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and supportive housing—and is deeply committed to regulatory compliance, resident satisfaction, and community development. Their internal teams are highly trained in affordable housing regulations and use platforms like Yardi to ensure operational excellence.

Overview:
EqualAccess is hiring two Leasing (Recertification) Specialists on behalf of our client, a respected affordable housing provider in NYC, with corporate offices in the Bronx. This position offers a variety of upwardly mobile career opportunities within the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Notify residents of upcoming income recertifications

• Assist with initial, interim, and annual recertifications

• Collect and verify resident income and asset information

• Prepare and send third-party verification forms

• Maintain organized, audit-ready resident files

• Collaborate with leasing and property management teams

• Support compliance-related administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with affordable housing programs (LIHTC, HUD, etc.) is required
• Experience with Yardi is required
• Fair housing experience
• Detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a major plus