Compliance Leasing Manager

Compliance Leasing Manager| New York, New York| $90,000 - $95,000 per year | On-site  

EqualAccess is partnering with a nonprofit affordable housing developer and community organization with deep roots in New York City. The portfolio is entirely affordable, comprising Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties and mixed-use buildings with commercial space. This is a compliance-forward organization that takes regulatory accuracy and resident stability seriously.

This role owns the compliance and leasing function for the portfolio. That means keeping tenant files audit-ready, managing the full certification cycle, and leasing vacant units, all against the backdrop of Section 42, NYC Rent Stabilization, and a web of city and state agencies. This is not a generalist property management role. The work is technical, documentation-heavy, and consequential. If LIHTC compliance is not something you already know, this is not the right fit.

What This Role Is, and Is Not

This role is:

• A dedicated LIHTC compliance and leasing position covering a sizable affordable portfolio

• Responsible for the full certification lifecycle, from recertification notices to TIC forms to annual reporting

• The internal point of contact for file audits, syndicator reviews, and subsidy program coordination (Section 8, SCRIE, DRIE)

• A role that requires close, ongoing interaction with residents, agency partners, and funders

• Expected to stay current on regulatory changes and implement them proactively

This role is NOT:

• A stepping stone for someone learning LIHTC from scratch

• A back-office-only position (resident interviews and leasing are part of the job)

• A supervisory or portfolio leadership role

• Primarily focused on financial reporting or asset management strategy

Required Experience & Traits

• Minimum three years of hands-on LIHTC compliance experience, or a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field combined with meaningful affordable housing exposure

• LIHTC compliance certification (required)

• Working knowledge of Section 42, NYC Rent Stabilization and Rent Control guidelines, and relevant city agencies including HPD, NYCHA, DOB, ECB, and HDC

• Familiarity with Fair Housing laws, Section 504, and the ADA

• Detail-oriented with demonstrated comfort managing high-volume documentation and conducting data analysis

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, you will be writing letters, preparing reports, and sitting across from residents explaining eligibility determinations

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access Database

• Bilingual in Spanish or Chinese is a meaningful plus given the communities served

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Certification

• Monitor LIHTC regulatory updates and translate changes into updated procedures and file practices

• Manage the full annual and interim certification cycle, including TIC forms, demographic information forms, and recertification notification letters

• Process unit transfers and maintain tenant files across all properties in compliance with Section 42 requirements

Reporting & Syndicator Relations

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance reports for tax credit syndicators and funding sources

• Participate in LIHTC reviews conducted by outside entities, serving as an informed, organized point of contact

Subsidy Program Coordination

• Prepare rent subsidy application forms for Section 8, SCRIE, and DRIE-eligible residents

• Coordinate updated lease information with public agencies administering rent subsidies

Internal Audits & Leasing

• Conduct internal audits of tenant files to identify and resolve deficiencies before external reviews

• Participate in lease-up of new and vacant residential units, including eligibility interviews with prospective tenants

Resident & Agency Interaction

• Conduct tenant interviews to assess eligibility and determine file readiness

• Maintain working relationships with city agencies, funders, and residents in a way that reflects the organization's commitment to quality, stable affordable housing

Why EqualAccess

EqualAccess partners with best-in-class organizations and supports candidates beyond placement. Every candidate we place receives 3 months of post-hire coaching and career support, ensuring long-term success and growth.