Affordable Housing Recertification Specialist
KCG Companies
Utica, new york
Job Details
Full-time
Full Job Description
About Us: KCG Companies is a leading vertically integrated real estate development and construction firm specializing in the development of sustainable multifamily housing. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and affordable housing is at the core of everything we do.
Position Summary: The Recertification Specialist is responsible for comprehensive monitoring, enforcement, and support to ensure full compliance with program and regulatory requirements. This role oversees all aspects of the annual recertification process.
Requirements
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Notify residents of upcoming recertification
- Schedule interviews for recertification
- Request third party verifications
- Calculating income, assets and expenses based on information obtained
- Review of tenant file prior to submitting to Compliance Specialist for approval
- Audit the files onsite prior to uploading them to OneSite/Compliance
- Monitor Next Available Unit Rule
- Perform monthly data entry for State reporting
- Assist with other duties as assigned by Director of Compliance
- Assists the Compliance leadership in developing compliance policies and procedures.
- Update required property contact sheets when notified of changes of on-site staff.
- Initially, it will include catching up past due certifications
- Opportunity to grow into a Compliance Specialist role, in the future
Knowledge and Qualifications:
- Must be able to obtain HCCP or equivalent designation within one year.
- Must be able to demonstrate eligibility requirements of the affordable program.
- Requirement: a minimum of 3 years in affordable housing.
- Experience with LIHTC, Bond, HOME programs.
- Experience with OneSite is preferred.
Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with a team of professionals across various disciplines.
- Professional and positive interaction with subordinates, peers, and supervisors.
- Maintain a positive attitude and cooperative working relationship with all employees.
- Ability to recognize and manage priorities.
- Demonstrate good judgement in reporting and solving issues.
- Exhibit a “Can Do” Attitude.
- Function independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating good planning skills.
- Ability to multi-task effectively.
- Show initiative in taking on additional responsibilities as schedule allows.
KCG Values:
- Accountability - We don’t let others let us fail.
- Collaboration - We support each other across departments.
- Entrepreneurship - We work with an ownership mindset; own the work, the problem and the solution.
- Commitment - We create dynamic communities and foster long-term relationships.
- Transparency - We act responsibly and communicate authentically.
Physical Demands/ Work Environment:
The duties of this position are usually performed in an outdoor setting. The employee may be exposed to fluctuating outdoor temperatures and other weather conditions while moving from one location to another. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently required to stand, walk, sit, or use hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies:
- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy
- Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
- Values diversity and promotes a harassment-free environment.
- Treats people with respect and keeps commitments
- Inspires the trust of others
- Works with integrity and ethically
- Upholds organizational values.
Benefits
- Be part of a team that is focused on values and committed to building better lives through better communities.
- Grow in your career with our development opportunities.
- Thrive in our collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Enjoy our industry-leading benefits package and competitive compensation.
- Know that your work makes a positive impact on the lives of those in our communities.
EEOC Statement: All employment decisions at KCG Companies are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Qualified candidates are recruited without regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender, and sex.
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited submissions from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted without prior agreement from our HR team will be considered as the property of KCG Companies, and we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidates without any obligation to any third-party recruiter or agency.