Housing Program Eligibility Coordinator
Housing Program Eligibility Coordinator
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$ 25 - 35
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Job Description
Our Client:
Our client is a community renewal organization that is dedicated to the revitalization of neighborhoods and communities throughout New York State and they are looking for a Housing Program Eligibility Coordinator to join their team. This is a temporary position (W2 Only) in Manhattan NY just blocks from Rockefeller Center. The contract is expected to last 6 Months. Pay rate for this role is $25-35/hr. This role is full-timein-officeposition so you must be commutable to midtown Manhattan.
Location: Midtown Manhattan
Duration: 6 Months (W-2 Only)
Pay range: $25-35/hr (depending on education and experience level)
Who Were Looking For:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join the team as a Mitchell-Lama Housing Application Reviewer. This role is responsible for reviewing verifying and approving applications for Mitchell-Lama affordable housing developments to ensure compliance with eligibility requirements income guidelines and program regulations.
What to Expect as a Housing Program Eligibility Coordinator:
- Review and evaluate initial and renewal applications for Mitchell-Lama housing developments.
- Verify applicant eligibility based on income assets household composition and other regulatory criteria.
- Communicate with applicants to request missing documentation or clarification as needed.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with agency policies and compliance standards.
- Ensure all applications comply with NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) program-specific guidelines.
- Enter and update applicant information in data management systems.
- Collaborate with housing management agents and internal departments on application status and issues.
- Prepare recommendations or decision memos for final approvals.
- Stay current on policy changes affecting eligibility criteria and regulatory updates.
Qualifications for Success:
- High School Diploma or GED required Associates or Bachelors degree in Public Administration Human Services Business or a related field preferred.
- Income verification processes (e.g. HUD guidelines IRS income documentation) and fair housing practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook); experience with housing software systems (e.g. Yardi Siebel or HPDs DTR) a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Datrose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy status as a parent age protected veteran status family medical history or genetic information political affiliation status as a qualified individual with disability or other non-merit based factors.
Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. Datrose does not sponsor employment visas.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Contract
