Affordable Housing Leasing Specialist (Temp-to-Perm)

Location: Long Island City, NY 11101
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (35-hour workweek)
Pay Rate: $38/hr - $40/hr

Salary: $70,000–$75,000 

About the Opportunity

A well-established New York City real estate owner and property management company is seeking an experienced Affordable Housing Leasing Specialist to support leasing operations across its residential portfolio. This is a great opportunity for someone with affordable housing leasing and compliance experience who enjoys working with applicants, managing documentation, and helping residents navigate the affordable housing process.

The role is based in Long Island City, with travel to properties throughout NYC every few weeks. Visits will be scheduled in advance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage affordable housing leasing activities, including applicant communication, apartment tours, follow-ups, and appointments.

• Guide applicants through the NYC Housing Connect lottery and application process.

• Collect, review, and organize applicant documentation to ensure files are complete and accurate.

• Coordinate with compliance teams and third-party consultants to resolve outstanding documentation and eligibility questions.

• Prepare leases, landlord packets, and other affordable housing documentation.

• Support annual and interim recertifications and maintain accurate applicant and tenant records.

• Assist with affordable housing compliance, reporting, and audit preparation.

• Manage waiting lists and applicant status updates while following Fair Housing requirements.

• Collaborate with leasing, compliance, and property management teams across multiple buildings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of affordable housing leasing experience.

• 2+ years of hands-on Yardi experience.

• Experience working with NYCHA, HPD, Section 8 vouchers, landlord packets, and affordable housing compliance.

• Experience with tax credit properties and LIHTC documentation preferred.

• Experience completing annual and interim recertifications.

• Knowledge of NYC affordable housing programs and Fair Housing regulations.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple property teams.

• NYS Real Estate Salesperson License required.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• 35-hour workweek.

• Based in Long Island City, NY.

• Travel to properties throughout NYC every few weeks, with visits planned in advance.

Interview Process

1. Initial video interview with the Data Reporting Manager.

2. Onsite interview with the team and Leasing Manager.

For a faster response, please send your resume 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