ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Core duties and responsibilities include the following:
• Keep current on all updates and changes in affordable housing programs and requirements
• Audit property resident files to verify compliance with housing programs and Evergreen processes, including the testing of income and asset verifications and calculations for applicable housing programs
• Ensure all applicable housing program and Evergreen required forms are properly completed and utilized
• Complete and timely submit audit reports based on property file reviews
• Assist properties as necessary to prepare for Management and Occupancy Reviews and assist with post review responses
• Assist, as needed, with training of site staff in compliance related processes and procedures
• Preserves and respects resident and applicant confidentiality
• Ensure all Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Reports are completed on time as applicable to the housing programs and Evergreen processes
• Ensure the accuracy of the waiting list of applicants for housing to determine applicant eligibility
• Ensure HAP Payments are submitted on time, HAP Reconciliation, Special Claims
• Assist with coordinating training and monitoring of EIV and TRACS processes
• Assist with HUD annual rent increases, contract renewals, utility analyses, and RCS.
• Review, provide written response, and process household file applications for rental assistance and affordable housing programs within to the compliance department
• Respond to compliance audit reports and submit to Portfolio Manager within 7 to 30 days
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Management
QUALIFICATIONS
o Minimum of one (1) year experience in affordable housing compliance with emphasis on Project Based Section 8 and Tax Credit
o Reliable transportation, flexibility for scheduling, and ability to travel 60% or more of the work week
o Affordable Housing Compliance Certification: LIHTC / HUD / HOME or Certified Occupancy Specialist preferred
o Proficiency in property management software, OneSite preferred
o Able to work patiently and professionally with residents while providing exceptional customer service
o Highly motivated and able to work independently
o Ability to handle pressure due to complexity and time sensitivity of compliance processes
o Excellent organizational skills and attention to details
o Strong verbal and written communication skills to include ability to write and verbally explain processes, procedures, and directives via emails, letters, reports, and presentations, etc.
o Basic math proficiency required
