Fairstead has an exciting opportunity at one of our properties, and we are looking for a strong Community Manager to join our team. The Community Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day ...
Fairstead has an exciting opportunity at one of our properties, and we are looking for a strong Community Manager to join our team. The Community Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day ...
Community Manager - Section 8 Housing
$68K - $70K/yr
Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC ...
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Community Manager - Section 8 Housing
$68K - $70K/yr
Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC ...
Community Manager - Section 8 Housing
North Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$68K - $70K/yr
Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC ...
Community Manager - Section 8 Housing
North Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$68K - $70K/yr
Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC ...
Assistant Community Manager- Banbridge
$19.50 - $23.50/hr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * Must have the ability to communicate in English. Why Join Peak Living * 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) * 10 Paid Holidays ...
Assistant Community Manager- Banbridge
$19.50 - $23.50/hr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * Must have the ability to communicate in English. Why Join Peak Living * 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) * 10 Paid Holidays ...
Assistant Community Manager- Banbridge
Sparks, NV ยท On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * Must have the ability to communicate in English. Why Join Peak Living * 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) * 10 Paid Holidays ...
Assistant Community Manager- Banbridge
Sparks, NV ยท On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * Must have the ability to communicate in English. Why Join Peak Living * 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) * 10 Paid Holidays ...
Assistant Community Manager- Banbridge
Sparks, NV ยท On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8)Must have the ability to communicate in English. Why Join Peak Living3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)10 Paid Holidays + 3 ...
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Assistant Community Manager- Banbridge
Sparks, NV ยท On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8)Must have the ability to communicate in English. Why Join Peak Living3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)10 Paid Holidays + 3 ...
Community Manager- Paseo Del Prado
Henderson, NV ยท On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * 1 year of experience in LIHTC communities. * Valid driver's license. * Must have the ability to communicate in English.
Community Manager- Paseo Del Prado
Henderson, NV ยท On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * 1 year of experience in LIHTC communities. * Valid driver's license. * Must have the ability to communicate in English.
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * 1 year of experience in LIHTC communities. * Valid driver's license. * Must have the ability to communicate in English.
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Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8) * 1 year of experience in LIHTC communities. * Valid driver's license. * Must have the ability to communicate in English.
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Community Manager- Paseo Del Pardo
Henderson, NV ยท On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation preferred (for LIHTC)Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8)1 year of experience in LIHTC communities.Valid ...
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Community Manager- Paseo Del Pardo
Henderson, NV ยท On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation preferred (for LIHTC)Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) designation preferred (for Section 8)1 year of experience in LIHTC communities.Valid ...
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Compliance Manager
Reno, NV ยท On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
Proven experience with other affordable housing programs such as HUD, Section 8, 202, and/or 811 * Knowledge of processing Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC or Section 42) certification paperwork
Compliance Manager
Reno, NV ยท On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
Proven experience with other affordable housing programs such as HUD, Section 8, 202, and/or 811 * Knowledge of processing Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC or Section 42) certification paperwork
Leasing Specialist
Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$22/hr
Understanding of LIHTC or Section 8 and mixed finance properties experience also a plus. Working Conditions: Primarily an office position, but must have the ability to take prospective residents to ...
Leasing Specialist
Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$22/hr
Understanding of LIHTC or Section 8 and mixed finance properties experience also a plus. Working Conditions: Primarily an office position, but must have the ability to take prospective residents to ...
Understanding of LIHTC or Section 8 and mixed finance properties experience also a plus. Working Conditions: Primarily an office position, but must have the ability to take prospective residents to ...
Understanding of LIHTC or Section 8 and mixed finance properties experience also a plus. Working Conditions: Primarily an office position, but must have the ability to take prospective residents to ...
Understanding of LIHTC or Section 8 and mixed finance properties experience also a plus. Working Conditions: Primarily an office position, but must have the ability to take prospective residents to ...
Understanding of LIHTC or Section 8 and mixed finance properties experience also a plus. Working Conditions: Primarily an office position, but must have the ability to take prospective residents to ...
LIHTC / Section 42 experience preferred * Show and lease apartments * Achieve resident satisfaction ... Ability to work well with managers and other personnel Schedule: * 8-hour shift * Weekends required ...
LIHTC / Section 42 experience preferred * Show and lease apartments * Achieve resident satisfaction ... Ability to work well with managers and other personnel Schedule: * 8-hour shift * Weekends required ...
Leasing Agent - LIHTC/Section 42
Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$17/hr
LIHTC / Section 42 experience preferred * Show and lease apartments * Achieve resident satisfaction ... Ability to work well with managers and other personnel Schedule: * 8-hour shift * Weekends required ...
Leasing Agent - LIHTC/Section 42
Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$17/hr
LIHTC / Section 42 experience preferred * Show and lease apartments * Achieve resident satisfaction ... Ability to work well with managers and other personnel Schedule: * 8-hour shift * Weekends required ...
Knowledge of affordable housing programs (e.g., LIHTC, Section 8, HUD) and compliance regulations strongly preferred. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build ...
Knowledge of affordable housing programs (e.g., LIHTC, Section 8, HUD) and compliance regulations strongly preferred. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build ...
LIHTC Property Manager
Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$60K/yr
Knowledge of affordable housing programs (e.g., LIHTC, Section 8, HUD) and compliance regulations strongly preferred. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build ...
LIHTC Property Manager
Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site
$60K/yr
Knowledge of affordable housing programs (e.g., LIHTC, Section 8, HUD) and compliance regulations strongly preferred. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build ...
LIHTC, HUD programs (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA), USDA-Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds. Must also have experience with rent, income and utility allowance ...
LIHTC, HUD programs (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA), USDA-Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds. Must also have experience with rent, income and utility allowance ...
LIHTC, HUD programs (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA), USDA-Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds. Must also have experience with rent, income and utility allowance ...
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LIHTC, HUD programs (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA), USDA-Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds. Must also have experience with rent, income and utility allowance ...
New
LIHTC, HUD (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA, USDA - Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds) * Affordable Housing Accreditation (HCCP, HCP-E, COS, BOS, TCS, CPO) or ...
LIHTC, HUD (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA, USDA - Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds) * Affordable Housing Accreditation (HCCP, HCP-E, COS, BOS, TCS, CPO) or ...
Section 8 information
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$20.1K - $27K
3% of jobs
$27K - $33.8K
18% of jobs
$35K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$33.8K - $40.7K
24% of jobs
The median wage is $42.4K / yr.
$40.7K - $47.6K
19% of jobs
$54K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$47.6K - $54.5K
12% of jobs
$54.5K - $61.3K
11% of jobs
$61.3K - $68.2K
6% of jobs
$68.2K - $75.1K
3% of jobs
$75.1K - $81.9K
1% of jobs
$81.9K - $88.8K
1% of jobs
$88.8K - $95.7K
2% of jobs
$20.1K
$50.2K
$95.7K
How much do section 8 jobs pay per year?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Section 8 housing specialist, and why are they important?
What is a Section 8 worker?
What is the difference between Section 8 vs Housing Coordinator?
| Aspect | Section 8 | Housing Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | HUD certification, housing voucher knowledge | Real estate license, housing program familiarity |
| Work Environment | Government agencies, housing authorities | Nonprofits, property management firms |
| Employer & Industry | Public sector, housing assistance programs | Private and nonprofit housing organizations |
While both roles focus on housing assistance, Section 8 primarily involves administering housing vouchers through government programs, whereas Housing Coordinators manage housing placements and client relations within various organizations. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in the housing industry.
What are some common challenges faced by Section 8 housing specialists, and how can they be addressed?

Full-time
Medical, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 8 days ago
Job description
Fairstead has an exciting opportunity at one of our properties, and we are looking for a strong Community Manager to join our team. The Community Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, all on-site compliance activities, and for the overall performance of their assigned property as detailed below.ย
RESPONSIBILITIES:ย
- Ensure adherence to laws relating to leasing, including but not limited to Departments of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Fair Credit Reporting Act.ย
- Remains compliant and knowledgeable in all aspects of the HUD 4350.3 Handbook.ย
- Develops responses to regulatory agencies in coordination with the Compliance Department.ย
- Implements intervention strategies with Regional Managers and Compliance Department for tenants who are non-compliant with lease/compliance requirements.ย
- Prepares all site REAC reviews, EHS violations cleared, Management and Occupancy Reviews (MOR), Investor Site Reviews, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Reviews, and performs annual and interim recertification reviews.ย
- Assisting tenants with requests, questions, problems, and complaints.ย
- Monitors tenant and complex-wide arrears and litigation cases.ย
- Document lease violations and coordinate evictions.ย
- Direct collection of monthly rents and late fees, process applications, and pursue delinquencies through legal action and eviction. Monitor bad-debt write-offs.ย
- Alerting staff of move-ins, move-outs, and any emergencies.ย
- Supervise, direct, and monitor the preventive and emergency maintenance/repairs to ensure compliance with all regulations.ย
- Coordinate vendor bids and contractor quotes.ย
- Conduct and document unit inspections.ย
- Conduct bi-annual walk-throughs with the Building Superintendent.ย
- Create reports for review to ensure all buildings under the PM's responsibility are properly maintained and building needs are appropriately noted, planned for, and addressed.ย
- Provide and obtain updates on various ongoing construction projects/unit renovations.ย
- Work with the construction team on avoiding violations, inspections, and necessary access.ย
- Attend monthly financial catch-up meetings and monitor budgets.ย
BENEFITS:ย
- Generous employer contribution for Medical Insurance through Meritain Health.ย
- Employer Paid Vision Plans.ย
- Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% of the first 3%; 50% of the next 2%.ย
- 12 paid Holidays.ย
- 15 days of PTO.ย
- 7 Sick days.ย
- Employer Paid Life Insurance.ย
- Flexible Spending Account.ย
- Nationwide Pet Insurance.ย
- Disability Insurance.ย
- Laser Correction Discount.ย
- Employee Discounts on appliances, apparel, and more.ย
QUALIFICATIONS:ย
- Three (3) years of management experience including supervising a team (property management, hospitality, retail, or restaurant management).ย
- COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist) or CPO (Certified Professional of Occupancy) certification.ย
- Bachelor's degree preferred.ย
- EIV experience.ย
- Yardi and Realpage experience preferred.ย
- TCS certification for tax credit properties.ย
- Experience in Affordable Housingย
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.ย
- Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.ย