Job Title: Section 8 Subsidy Specialist

📍 Location: 37th street; N and W is the closest train, Long Island City, NY 11101
💵 Compensation: Starting at $60,000/yr 
🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
📊 Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Standalone role
🏢 Industry: Real Estate (Property Management)
📄 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent 

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Section 8 Subsidy Specialist to manage all NYCHA-related functions and ensure uninterrupted subsidy payments. This position plays a vital role in maintaining housing stability for our residents and ensuring compliance with all Section 8 regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage NYCHA and Section 8 subsidy processing and documentation

• Prevent lapses in subsidy payments; ensure accounts remain active

• Oversee annual and interim certifications/recertifications

• Collect and verify tenant documentation

• Coordinate HQS inspections; ensure all units pass inspection

• Communicate with tenants regarding rent, recertifications, and repair-related concerns

• Collaborate with leasing and legal teams to ensure correct subsidy application

• Generate subsidy reports; analyze data across multiple ledgers

• Submit third-party verification forms as needed

• Maintain accurate tenant files and purge outdated records

• Notify internal teams (e.g., legal) when subsidies are received

• Maintain communication with HUD, NYCHA, HPD, HCR, and other agencies

• Manage internal/external waitlists and prepare compliance notices

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2+ years of experience working with NYCHA (New York City Housing Authority)

• Prior hands-on experience with HQS inspections, tenant recertifications, and landlord collaboration

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with diverse populations

• Highly organized and detail-oriented; capable of tracking processes from start to finish

• Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred

• Comfortable managing sensitive information and resolving tenant issues professionally

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills; familiarity with property management systems is a plus

• Ability to work independently while coordinating with multiple internal departments

Qualifications

Required:

• At least 1 year of experience in property management or housing subsidy programs

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to handle multiple competing deadlines

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree

• Familiarity with NYC/NYS housing regulations and Section 8 programs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods using a computer and standard office equipment

• Must be able to walk throughout the office as needed

• Visual acuity to review detailed data and documents

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Retirement plan

• Other wellness benefits

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Nichole Villar Colon