Office Assistant – East New York (1+ month temp)

Location: East New York (Brooklyn), NY 11208
Industry: Real Estate
Title: Office Assistant
Pay Rate: $22/hr - $24/hr 
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (35 hours/week)
Duration: Temp-to-Perm

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Office Assistant to support a small, high-performing recertification team in East New York (Brooklyn). The team is currently managing a file audit and needs support keeping documentation organized, accurate, and audit-ready. This is a hands-on, administrative role where independent work, proactivity, and strong organizational skills are essential.

You’ll join a small team of 3 LIHTC Recertification Specialists, assisting with day-to-day operations while ensuring files and records are maintained to the highest standard.  

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the recertification team

• Act as liaison between the property team and third-party lease-up partners.

• Obtain, review, and verify required tenant documentation via phone, email, or in-person

• Assist with file audits to ensure completeness and compliance

• Purge, organize, and maintain records and file cabinets

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage large volumes of paperwork

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and efficiently

• Quick learner and proactive approach to tasks

Work Environment

• Office located in an apartment-style building

• Small team of 3

• Independent work, with support from team

• Customer service is important when interacting with tenants

Interview Process

• In-person interview with hiring manager

• Video interviews available this week (Monday–Friday)

• Offer and start

Why This Role

• Hands-on administrative experience in real estate and property management

• Opportunity to support a critical audit process and gain exposure to LIHTC recertification

• Temp-to-perm flexibility allows for growth within the team

For immediate consideration, please send your resume directly to jcanabal@ascendo.com

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

Josh Canabal