Position Summary

• Have a great attitude
• Have high expectations
• Think BEYOND the box
• Work with passion
• Have a tireless work ethic
• Be flexible
• Be confident
• Be self-sufficient and self-motivated
• Take pride in your work
• Be a good listener
• Offer a solution with every problem
• Go above and beyond for everyone you support

Essential Job Functions

• Manage the collection of application and certification documents, including income and asset verifications, required forms, signatures, and supporting records.
• Analyze resident files for completeness, accuracy, and consistency using established program requirements and checklists.
• Assess whether file packets are complete and submit to the Compliance Specialist for final review and approval.
• Monitor accurate applicant, resident, and property information in designated systems and track file status and outstanding items. Independently prioritize actions needed to support timely, compliant completion
• Advise property managers and leasing teams with clear instructions on missing documents, incomplete forms, and corrections needed to prepare files for review.
• Evaluate application and certification deadlines, compliance risk, establish follow-up priorities, outstanding items, and escalate delays that could affect timely completion.
• Maintain organized electronic records and exercise discretion in safeguarding confidential applicant and resident information.
• Evaluate requested corrections following compliance review, determine the appropriate response within established guidelines, and confirm that updated documentation resolves the identified issues in the file.
• Interpret and apply applicable program requirements, forms, and procedures to routine and moderately complex situations, using independent judgment to resolve issues and referring matters with significant eligibility or regulatory risk to a Compliance Specialist.
• Consult with property teams to understand documentation requirements, analyze recurring compliance issues, and recommend guidance, controls, or process improvements to reduce risk and improve file quality. 

Specific Education or Experience

• 5+ years of experience in affordable housing leasing, property operations, compliance support, or a related role.
• Working knowledge of the application, verification, and certification process for one or more affordable housing programs, such as:
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)
  • HUD and other housing assistance programs, including Section 8, HOME, and Housing Trust Fund
  • Rural Development (RD/USDA) programs
  • Bond and state housing finance agency programs
• Experience with properties subject to multiple affordable housing programs is a plus.
• Hands-on experience interpreting affordable housing requirements, analyzing required forms, income and asset verifications, and other supporting documentation, and determining appropriate corrective action.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify material compliance concerns, evaluate alternatives, and exercise independent judgment within assigned authority. 
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple files and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain documentation needs and follow up professionally.
• Ability to independently manage assigned compliance workflows, make recommendations and routine decisions within established authority, collaborate with property and compliance teams, and recognize when significant matters require escalation.
• Proficiency with property management systems and Microsoft Office, with an interest in developing deeper affordable housing compliance knowledge.
• Certifications HCCP, COS, NPCC, SHCM, and similar are preferred but not required.

Travel Requirements

• 10-20% travel may be required for customer trainings /events and/or strategic in-person meetings