Amherst is revolutionizing the way U.S. real estate is priced, managed and financed in order to unlock opportunities for all market participants. Driven by data, analytics, and technology, Amherst has a 20-year history of anticipating where the next risks and opportunities are likely to emerge and designing actionable strategies for investors to capitalize on opportunities across residential real estate, commercial real estate and public securities. Amherst, along with its affiliates and subsidiaries, has more than 900 employees, $5 billion under management and approximately $15 billion under advisement and oversight. www.amherst.com.

A day in the life of a Voucher Coordinator, HCV

The Voucher Coordinator applies knowledge and understanding of HCV Eligibility Determination, HUD Payment Standards, and Rent Reasonableness calculations to initial leasing workflow. Communicates in a timely and efficient manner with PHA’s, the Inspection Coordinator, and leasing team members. The Voucher Coordinator will report to the Social Work Supervisor.

• Reviews prospect applications voucher documents
• Completes Request for Tenancy Approval (RTA) and coordinates submission to PHA with a prospect
• Communicates with the Inspection Coordinator to ensure timely coordination of initial Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspection WO’s
• Coordinates deposit collection and lease execution with Branch employees
• Coordinates negotiation of rent between Asset Management and PHA’s
• Communicates timely and respectfully with PHA staff members throughout the leasing process
• Tracks and reports Rent Reasonableness and Payment Standard trends to Supervisor
• Other duties as needed or required

What you’ll need to have

• High School Graduate
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Ability to perform repetitive work in a diligent manner
• Detail-oriented
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Experience interacting with Housing Authorities
• Experience with Yardi preferred
• Certified Voucher Specialist preferred

What we offer:

• A competitive compensation package, annual bonus, 401k match
• Flexible PTO, 8 paid holidays
• Employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, health savings account)
• Professional career development and reimbursement
• Relaxed casual environment and weekly/quarterly office events!

​Amherst is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply.