Position Purpose
The Compliance Specialists primary purpose is to assign income eligible applicants to restricted units/and or program type units. To ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations including the LIHTC and HOME Programs, and other federal and state assisted programs. Responsibilities include assigning income eligible applicants to restricted units. Reviewing files for compliance and data entry
Essential Duties - Interviews and processes eligible households ensuring applicants meet regulatory requirements at initial move in. Review all application and certification paperwork and either approve/deny applicants based on specific program compliance for multiple sites.
Skills - Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally; communicate effectively with a diverse population; involves extensive communication via telephone. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, managers, clients, residents, customers, and the general public.
Experience - Minimum one to two years experience in Affordable Housing. Must possess knowledge of LIHTC (Low Income Housing Tax Credit) and other affordable housing Programs
- Certificates, License, Registrations - Affordable Housing Certifications, i.e., Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS). Willingness to obtain additional Compliance Certification, i.e., Specialist in Housing Credit Management (SHCM) or other LIHTC Certification.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
