Leasing Agent; Affordable

Job Description Affordable Leasing Agent Founded in 1912, Gotham is a New York real estate developer, owner and property manager delivering smart and stylish life experiences that transform the buildings and neighborhoods where tenants and consumers live, work, shop and dine. Its three business divisions, Gotham Development, Gotham Properties, and Gotham Hospitality, offer a diverse and evolving portfolio of luxury rentals, condominiums, retail and mixed-use spaces, a full-service property management business, and the artisanal food hall, Gotham Market at The Ashland.

Gotham, a privately-held business known for thorough attention to detail and a talented, seasoned staff, shows its ingenuity by creating innovative real estate concepts, unique value-maximizing investor opportunities using public-private financing structures, and resident environments and experiences that set the standard for the industry. Gotham’s rich legacy includes the transformation of Hell’s Kitchen through the development of Gotham West, the first 50/30/20 affordable housing development in New York City, including Gotham West Market, the trendsetting food hall that garnered two stars from The New York Times;

leadership in dormant markets, such as the development of New Gotham, the first luxury residential building constructed out of the slowdown in the 90’s; and the development of Harlem USA, a major commercial project for a historically underserved neighborhood. Gotham is dedicated to enriching the lives of residents, from first-of-a-kind resident event offerings in the early 2000’s to its latest evolution, the launch of a city-wide cultural pass offering special benefits, access and discounts to institutions, retailers and restaurants exclusively for Gotham residents.

Gotham Organization seeks an experienced and motivated Affordable Leasing Agent to support income-restricted affordable and middle-income apartment leasing across its New York City residential portfolio. The agent will guide applicants through eligibility and leasing, working closely with Gotham's Leasing and Compliance teams and third-party eligibility consultants. Based at Gotham Point, 1-15 57th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, the position reports to the Vice President of Leasing and requires travel to Gotham properties throughout New York City as needed.

Location base may change overtime.

• Conduct eligibility appointments and process applications for affordable and middle-income housing programs.
• Register prospects and conduct virtual and in-person tours, highlighting each development's features, local community and benefits of living at a Gotham property.
• Conduct outreach to prospective applicants, respond promptly to online inquiries and phone calls, and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Maintain current knowledge of affordable apartment inventory, application requirements, building policies and applicable leasing procedures.
• Help applicants navigate NYC Housing Connect and other listing platforms and understand the affordable housing application and lottery process.
• Assist with marketing, re-marketing and housing lotteries, including NYC Housing Connect activity, in coordination with governmental marketing agencies and third-party partners.
• Collect and review income, asset and housing documentation for accuracy and completeness, request third-party verifications, and follow up with applicants on missing information.
• Accurately calculate income and assets for all certifications and determine applicant eligibility under program guidelines and project criteria.
• Run credit and/or criminal background checks in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Compile applicant files for internal and external review and coordinate…