Senior Program Coordinator-Manager leading Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher operations, staff supervision, and quality control within a large municipal housing agency. Oversees 100+ housing cases per month, along with 2 supervising team leaders and 10 case managers while guiding eligibility reviews, recertifications, transfers, HAP abatements, and subsidy terminations. Strengthens unit performance through 5+ training sessions per month, workload monitoring, federal and local housing compliance, and cross-agency coordination.
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Work History
Senior Program Coordinator-Manager / Housing Access Stability Unit Trainer Administrative Housing Development Specialist
NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
New York, NY
06.2016 - Current
Provide operational leadership, staff supervision, training, quality assurance, and program oversight within HPD's Division of Tenant & Owner Resources supporting the administration of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Coordinate, manage, supervise, train, monitor, and review the administrative workload of 2 supervising team leaders and 10 case managers, ensuring staff meet established productivity, quality, and program standards.
Provide direct leadership and operational support for the daily activities of the Continued Occupancy Housing Choice Voucher Unit.
Oversee training, case review, and quality-control processes involving initial application screening, eligibility determinations, lease and contract preparation, client briefings, rent calculations, file preparation, interim re-examinations, annual recertifications, client transfers, and subsidy terminations.
Review complex cases involving long-term Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) abatements and determine whether cases warrant termination, reinstatement, or additional review.
Review and approve or recommend payment adjustments involving building owners and private property owners while ensuring compliance with applicable program requirements.
Review inspection reports and identify discrepancies requiring follow-up, corrective action, or referral to appropriate program units.
Develop and monitor team leader and case manager goals and objectives to promote compliance with federal regulations, HPD policies, procedures, and established performance standards.
Conduct regular one-on-one and team meetings with supervisors and case managers to evaluate performance, address operational challenges, establish goals, and support professional development.
Manage staff-related administrative functions, including productivity monitoring, performance evaluation, workforce development, scheduling, and recommendations regarding corrective or disciplinary action when appropriate.
Coordinate staff schedules and client/owner appointments to support efficient program operations and timely service delivery.
Train staff and conduct participant briefings regarding Housing Choice Voucher Program requirements, procedures, responsibilities, and available services.
Collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including homeless shelters, housing authorities, city agencies, HPD divisions, property owners, and other internal and external partners to resolve housing-related issues and facilitate program operations.
Review, update, analyze, and distribute departmental reports and spreadsheets generated from multiple databases and program units, using information to monitor workload, identify trends, and support operational decision-making.
Utilize and provide guidance on multiple housing and administrative information systems, including Emphasys Elite, HPD Info, WMS, Expertly, Digital Document Management System (DDMS), and Business Intelligence.
Respond to complex inquiries from participants, applicants, property owners, and other stakeholders through written correspondence, telephone communication, or electronic communication.
Develop and deliver training for new and existing employees on housing program requirements, policies, procedures, database systems, and operational processes.
Conduct applicant interviews and reference checks as part of the employee recruitment and selection process.
Facilitate and participate in departmental meetings addressing program policies, procedures, operational issues, and process improvements.
Serve as a knowledgeable resource to staff and leadership on program procedures, case processing, database navigation, and operational requirements.
Supervise daily workflow for team leaders and case managers across housing access and stability operations.
Deliver training on program rules, case processing, and database procedures for new and current staff.
Monitor file quality, documentation, and eligibility determinations to support consistent program compliance.
Review inspection findings and follow up on discrepancies requiring corrective action or additional program review.
Support recruitment interviews and reference checks for prospective staff in the unit.
Apply fair housing compliance principles when reviewing cases, communications, and program procedures.
Track administrative deadlines and follow up on pending case actions to maintain steady unit flow.
Guide staff through housing program requirements, recertifications, transfers, and subsidy terminations.
Facilitate team meetings to address operational issues, workload distribution, and service improvements.
Develop procedure updates and process guidance to support consistent case handling across the unit.
Respond to participant, applicant, and owner inquiries through written, phone, and electronic communication.
Conduct performance check-ins with staff to address workload concerns, goals, and professional development needs.
Prepare and update departmental reports from multiple systems to track workload and identify operational trends.
Coordinate with property owners, shelters, and city partners to resolve housing issues and support clients.
Community Associate – Supervising Team Leader / Certified Housing Choice Voucher Specialist
NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
New York, NY
10.2012 - 06.2016
Supervised and supported the daily operations of a Section 8 Move Unit responsible for processing housing assistance activities and providing services to program participants, landlords, and other stakeholders.
Supervised, monitored, and reviewed the work of 9 case managers, providing direction, coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing support.
Oversaw case processing activities included application screening, eligibility determinations, lease and contract preparation, participant briefings, rent calculations, file preparation, interim re-examinations, annual recertifications, and participant transfers.
Established case manager goals and performance objectives consistent with federal regulatory requirements and HPD policies and procedures.
Conducted weekly performance meetings with case managers to review workload, productivity, quality, and individual development goals.
Scheduled staff appointments with participants and property owners to support timely processing and resolution of housing-related matters.
Advised and screened program participants, vendors, and landlords regarding eligibility, admission, and housing moves.
Conducted Housing Choice Voucher participant briefings and explained program requirements, responsibilities, and procedures.
Coordinated with homeless shelters, housing authorities, city agencies, and other stakeholders to facilitate housing placement and resolve participant issues.
Reviewed, updated, and distributed departmental reports and spreadsheets using multiple databases, including Emphasys Elite, HPD Info, Move, and Portability systems.
Responded to inquiries concerning the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program through telephone, email, and written correspondence.
Trained newly hired staff on program requirements, policies, procedures, and case-processing standards.
Supported leadership in maintaining consistent application of program policies and improving unit operations.
Supervised case managers in daily housing assistance workflows, providing coaching, feedback, and workload direction.
Reviewed eligibility, lease, and rent calculation work for compliance with program rules and agency procedures.
Conducted participant briefings to explain program requirements, responsibilities, and next steps for housing assistance.
Coordinated housing moves with landlords, shelters, and city agencies to support timely placement outcomes.
Trained newly hired staff on case processing standards, policy requirements, and system usage.
Scheduled participant and property owner appointments to keep housing actions moving on time.
Reviewed reports and spreadsheets to track caseload activity, pending items, and processing status.
Responded to participant, landlord, and vendor inquiries by phone, email, and written correspondence.
Updated case records across multiple housing databases to maintain accurate program documentation.
Set performance goals for case managers aligned with federal requirements and agency policies.
Prepared case files for eligibility determinations, recertifications, and transfer actions.
Advised participants and landlords on admission rules, move procedures, and housing program requirements.
Maintained departmental records and correspondence to support consistent case tracking and retrieval.
Supported leadership with policy implementation and operational improvements within the Section 8 Move Unit.
Customer Information Representative / Group Leader
New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)
New York, NY
09.2010 - 10.2012
Provided training, operational support, customer service oversight, and technical assistance to staff supporting the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Trained and assisted staff of approximately 40 employees in effectively using information technology systems supporting the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Provided guidance and coaching to staff regarding customer service, communication standards, and appropriate responses to public inquiries.
Identified operational challenges and recommended revisions to policies and procedures designed to improve customer service and administrative efficiency.
Monitored customer service calls to evaluate quality, professionalism, accuracy, and adherence to established standards.
Responded to customer inquiries and researched complex issues using computerized databases and information systems.
Documented complaints, conducted research, and identified appropriate resolutions to customer issues.
Entered and maintained customer information and inquiries within computerized tracking systems.
Performed administrative and clerical functions supporting the daily operations of the Leased Housing Program.
Researched complex participant issues using computerized systems and department records to support timely responses.
Supported staff handling eligibility, recertification, and transfer inquiries for the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Reviewed customer interactions for accuracy, tone, and compliance with established service expectations.
Provided technical assistance to staff using housing databases and tracking systems for daily casework.
Maintained accurate participant records and inquiry logs to support program operations and reporting.
Coordinated with internal teams to escalate unresolved cases and support consistent participant follow-up.
Processed administrative tasks supporting daily leased housing operations and customer service workflows.
Assisted with preparing staff guidance materials for recurring housing program questions and procedures.
Monitored service desk activity to help maintain timely responses during peak inquiry periods.
Entered and updated customer information in tracking systems to support accurate case documentation.
Helped resolve routine service questions by directing participants to appropriate program resources and next steps.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
College of New Rochelle
New York, NY
Certified Administrative Assistant - undefined
City College of New York
New York, NY
Skills
Housing Program Administration & Operations
Program Management & Oversight
Applicant & Participant Services
Policy & Procedure Implementation
Case Review & Quality Control
Emphasys Elite
Staff Supervision & Leadership Development
Training & Workforce Development
Compliance & Quality Assurance
Data Analysis & Management Reporting
Stakeholder & Interagency Coordination
Policy development
Fair housing compliance
Certification
Certified Administrative Assistant
Timeline
Senior Program Coordinator-Manager / Housing Access Stability Unit Trainer Administrative Housing Development Specialist
NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
06.2016 - Current
Community Associate – Supervising Team Leader / Certified Housing Choice Voucher Specialist
NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
10.2012 - 06.2016
Customer Information Representative / Group Leader