What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recertification Specialist position at The Habitat Company?
Job Details
Description
Job Scope:
The Recertification Specialist duties include a wide range of activities related to determining and documenting applicant and/or participant eligibility, income, rent and our contractual obligations with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The position requires full accountability for a resident case load including accurate and complete files, resolution of special cases, and responsiveness to stakeholder inquiries.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Completes annual re-examinations within required time frames following the HUD and Habitat procedures.
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Complete interim re-examinations and unit transfers as required
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Conducts applicant and participant briefings and interviews, completing re-certification forms completely and accurately.
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Follow HUD policies to determine residents’ rent.
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Educate participants on program requirements and family obligations.
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Process all transactions within required systems.
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Maintains residents’ files in a safe and secure environment following HUD’s information security policy and requirements.
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May assist with rent collection and lease enforcement.
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May assist to draft general notices to residents
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Assists the Community Manager and/or Assistant Manager in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities at the site.
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Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Skills and Qualifications:
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High School Graduation/GED is required.
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Knowledge of HUD Public/Senior Housing policies and procedures preferred.
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Tax Credit certification and familiarity with project-based subsidy programs preferred.
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Knowledge of Yardi Systems preferred.
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IL Leasing License or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.
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Public Housing Rent Calculation/RIM and LIHTC Training and Certification or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.
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Interpersonal, customer service, organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
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Ability to prepare clear, concise, thorough, meaningful and grammatically correct written reports, letters, memoranda and other written documents.
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Flexible and able to work both independently with little direction/supervision and as part of a team.
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Be able to work well and with a high degree of accuracy in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
