Section 8 PBCA Director
Job Summary
HCR’s Section 8 Performance Based Contract Administrator (“PBCA”) team provides local oversight and stewardship of more than 100,000 apartments with Project Based Section 8 Contracts from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This position is key within the agency, managing HCR’s relationship with the HUD Multifamily Asset Management team in New York State, leading a team of HCR and subcontractor staff, and enhancing oversight of this critical source of affordable housing.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage HTFC’s subcontractor, CGI; work closely with their management team to develop systems and procedures to deliver the required ACC tasks, including responding to health and safety complaints, conducting Management and Occupancy Reviews (“MORs”), administering Housing Assistance Payments, processing contract renewals, submitting the monthly invoice and other required tasks.
Periodically reassess HTFC’s approach to deliver PBCA tasks and recommend changes to staff and subcontractor roles as necessary to improve residents’ experience, condition of PBCA properties, compliance and responsiveness.
Work in partnership with the subcontractor and HTFC Finance staff to draw federal Section 8 funds and provide for the smooth, timely delivery of monthly Housing Assistance Payments.
Travel within New York State on a regular basis and to Washington DC as necessary.
Establish a measurable quality control (“QC”) strategy for the subcontractor to ensure compliance with federal requirements and timely and accountable service to tenants and landlords; establish a quantitative metrics report and provide measurable QC results in each required ACC task at least quarterly to the Assistant Commissioner and to HCR’s senior leadership.
Lead staff and agency partners in the implementation of special projects that add value to the PBCA portfolio; This includes the selection of properties and administration of grant/loan funds for the Preservation Weatherization Plus (“P+) initiative; oversight of HTFC’s Family Self Sufficiency pilot program; coordinating with other program areas within HCR and other state/local agencies to preserve affordability; conducting annual satisfaction surveys; other initiatives as assigned.
Coordinate with HUD to facilitate the 8bb transfer of budget authority when PBCA properties opt out; retain federal Section 8 budget authority within the New York portfolio.
Assist with drafting proposals to HUD in response to any future federal procurements or competitive solicitations for the PBCA contract; make recommendations to senior leadership regarding fees; collect information to make the strongest case for HTFC.
Remain current on new and revised Section 8 rules and regulations issued by HUD.
Act as program liaison for external program reviews from HUD and other program audits.
Who You Are
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 7 years-experience in Section 8 PBCA or other federal housing program or oversight/asset management of affordable housing rental portfolios.
Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associate degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.
Knowledge of Section 8 rules and requirements.
Solid written and oral communication skills.
Previous management and supervisory experience.
Travel is required for this job.
Able to establish effective working relationships.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
What We Offer at NYS HCR
Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees’ Retirement System.
Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals.
Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays.
Opportunity for compressed scheduling 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
Paid Family Leave.
Opportunity to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
About New York State Homes and Community Renewal
Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State’s housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low and moderate income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders. Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction, finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies. New York State is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).