Recertification Specialist 505 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA Req #2686 Thursday, August 8, 2024 ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home! Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness. But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home. Reporting to the Director, Administrative Operations, t he Recertification Specialist review s and complet es tenant income recertifications at Breaking Ground properties. The R ecertification Specialist assis t s tenant s to organize all necessary documentation. The R ecertification Specialist provide s recertification training, resources , and updates to building staff in conjunction with the B reaking Ground Compliance department . The R ecertification Specialist is part of a floating team and will be assigned to buildings across the Breaking Ground portfolio in Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx as neede d . ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES : + Assist tenants in the completion of annual recertification packets including tenant outreach + Review tenant files during the recertification process + Collect and organize recertification documents gathered from tenants, employers, and other private and government organizations . + Complete income calculations and update tenant information through the RealPage property management software systems + Answer recertification-related questions from tenants and staff . + Update recertification tracking tools used by Compliance and building staff . + In conjunction with the B reaking Ground Compliance dep artment , provide recertification training, resources and updates to building and other staff + Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : + Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook , and Microsoft Teams + E xperience with Real Page is preferred + Working knowledge of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and Section 8 preferred. Required: Must obtain LIHTC certification within the first year of employment. Breaking Ground will pay certification fees + Valid NYS Notary Public license preferred + Detail-oriented and organized + E xperience working with low-income and special needs populations + Ability to travel regularly to buildings across the B reaking Ground portfolio in Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Other details + Pay Type Hourly + Min Hiring Rate $27.47 + Max Hiring Rate $27.47 Apply Now + 505 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA