Sr. HUD Occupancy Specialist

iWorld Professionals is seeking a Senior Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist for our client in Queens, NY. This is an onsite position. Base Salary: $75,000–$80,000, based on experience and qualifications

if you are interested to help New Yorkers access affordable housing while advancing your career in compliance and leasing, this is the position for you!

Senior Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist

Position Summary:

In this role, you will support the lease-up of a new affordable housing development, guide applicants through the eligibility process, and help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local housing requirements. Navigate NYC affordable housing programs, reviewing income certifications, and managing applicant files, this opportunity offers meaningful work and the potential to transition to a permanent position.

• Serve as a primary contact for applicants, providing clear guidance throughout eligibility review, certification, leasing, and move-in.
• Prequalify and interview applicants; collect and verify income, asset, employment, and other eligibility documentation.
• Prepare complete, accurate income certification packages for review by compliance teams and applicable city agencies.
• Resolve file deficiencies and track outstanding documentation to support timely approvals.
• Maintain compliance with affordable housing program requirements, tenant selection plans, Fair Housing requirements, and confidentiality standards.
• Manage waiting lists, applicant referrals, and required screenings, including CAPS and EIV processes when applicable.
• Support apartment showings, lease preparation, lease signings, subsidy documentation, and move-in coordination.
• Monitor vacancies and applicant progress, lead weekly vacancy meetings, and collaborate with property management and compliance teams to meet occupancy goals.
• Maintain accurate records in Housing Connect 2.0, Affordable Rent Café, Yardi, and other applicable systems.
• Minimum of two years of experience in NYC affordable housing, including leasing, compliance, and income certifications.
• Familiarity with HUD requirements, homeless housing programs, and Section 8 subsidies.
• Working knowledge of NYC supportive housing programs and processes, such as NYC 15/15, ESSHI, DHS SRO Supportive Services, SPC CoC, and the 2010E supportive housing application.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage substantial data, multiple applicant files, and competing deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Availability to work onsite in Queens five days per week.