Residential Leasing Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

BCNi is a nonprofit affordable housing organization based in Schenectady, NY with a growing scattered-site rental portfolio — currently 48 units under management, on a clear path to nearly 100 by year’s end. We’re hiring a Residential Leasing Manager to own the tenant-facing side of our operation: leasing, occupancy, rent collection, recertifications, regulatory compliance, and funder reporting across a multi-program portfolio that includes HOME, HOME-ARP, LIHTC, ESSHI, HCR’s SRDI, and Section 8.

This role works as a peer to our Property Operations Manager and reports directly to the CEO. The programs are live, the lease-up calendar is active — an 11-unit HOME-ARP development comes online this fall— and a 40-unit LIHTC acquisition is in progress. If you know affordable housing compliance from the inside and want to do meaningful work in a small, mission-driven organization, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all tenant facing operations, including but not limited to; Direct unit listing and marketing activities; conduct unit showings; guide prospective tenants from first contact through income qualification, screening, and lease signing; lease renewal and all other aspects of leasing and tenant management
• Lead leasing and compliance for the 11-unit HOME-ARP development coming online this fall
• Manage and update Tenant Selection Plans for all properties
• Oversee rent collection, HAP contract administration, Section 8/DSS subsidy reconciliation, and delinquency management
• Manage annual and interim recertification cycles: trackers, resident contact (90–120 days out), documentation, and timely completion
• Ensure full compliance with HOME, HOME-ARP, LIHTC, ESSHI, HCR’s SRDI, Section 8, or other programs as applicable, and Fair Housing requirements
• Maintain tenant files, income certifications, leases, and compliance records to funder standards
• Serve as primary contact for audits, inspections, and funder compliance reviews
• Prepare and submit required reports to funders, regulators, organization leadership and the Board
• Coordinate with the Property Operations Manager on unit turns, HQS inspections, and maintenance requests
• Build and document leasing and compliance systems in Buildium (RealPage) or comparable property management software
• Other duties as may be necessary or assigned

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in affordable housing leasing, compliance, or property management
• COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist) or equivalent affordable housing compliance certification — or actively on a path to certification in this field of work
• Working knowledge of HOME, HOME-ARP, LIHTC, ESSHI, Fair Housing, and Section 8/HCV programs
• Experience with Tenant Selection Plan development and management
• NYS Real Estate Broker License — or salesperson license with a clear path to broker licensure; strongly preferred but not required
• Proficiency in Buildium or comparable property management software
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple compliance deadlines across programs simultaneously
• Clear, professional communication with tenants, funders, regulators, and colleagues
• Genuine commitment to affordable housing and the residents it serves
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

About BCNi

Better Community Neighborhoods, Inc. (BCNi) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Schenectady, NY serving low- and moderate-income homeowners and renters through housing counseling, down payment assistance, rehabilitation support, and rental housing programs. We administer more than $25 million in state and federal housing programs annually and are expanding our owned and managed real estate portfolio significantly in 2026. To learn more about us, please visit www.bcnihousing.org.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range $65,000–$75,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise. Candidates are encouraged to share their salary expectations as part of the application process. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance; paid time off; 401(k); and support for professional development and certifications.

How to Apply

Apply directly through ZipRecruiter. We will review applications on a rolling basis and are actively interviewing . We strongly encourage applicants to include a cover letter describing their experience with affordable housing programs and related compliance, and what draws them to this work — it makes a difference in how we evaluate candidates.

BCNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

www.bcnihousing.org

\nCompany Description

Better Community Neighborhoods, Inc. (BCNi) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a clear and focused mission: to build and support resilient neighborhoods where residents of all backgrounds can flourish. We believe that strong neighborhoods are the foundation of a thriving community and region.

Based in the City of Schenectady and serving residents across Schenectady and Montgomery Counties, BCNi is the region’s leading nonprofit housing and community development organization. We deliver housing counseling, financial literacy education, down payment assistance, owner-occupied home repair, lead hazard mitigation, and small rental rehabilitation programs that preserve and expand access to safe, stable, and affordable housing.

BCNi currently administers more than $27 million in housing and neighborhood revitalization programs funded by partners including the City of Schenectady and NYS Homes & Community Renewal. In addition to these direct-to-consumer services, we are actively advancing development initiatives that contribute to long-term neighborhood stability.

We are seeking individuals for our team who are motivated by the meaningful community impact of their work. Is that individual you?

Company Description

Better Community Neighborhoods, Inc. (BCNi) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a clear and focused mission: to build and support resilient neighborhoods where residents of all backgrounds can flourish. We believe that strong neighborhoods are the foundation of a thriving community and region.\r\n\r\nBased in the City of Schenectady and serving residents across Schenectady and Montgomery Counties, BCNi is the region’s leading nonprofit housing and community development organization. We deliver housing counseling, financial literacy education, down payment assistance, owner-occupied home repair, lead hazard mitigation, and small rental rehabilitation programs that preserve and expand access to safe, stable, and affordable housing.\r\n\r\nBCNi currently administers more than $27 million in housing and neighborhood revitalization programs funded by partners including the City of Schenectady and NYS Homes & Community Renewal. In addition to these direct-to-consumer services, we are actively advancing development initiatives that contribute to long-term neighborhood stability.\r\n\r\nWe are seeking individuals for our team who are motivated by the meaningful community impact of their work. Is that individual you?