Compliance Specialist, Sanse Apartments

Paradigm, through our independent real estate development, construction and property management companies, delivers a full range of real estate services. Our goal at Paradigm is to create a workplace built on teamwork, respect, and authenticity. Empowering our employees to pursue the company mission, to utilize our hard work, integrity, intelligence and experience to deliver the highest level of value and satisfaction to our residents, investors, customers and employees. We encourage our teams to be the difference!

We are seeking a Compliance Specialist to handle the low-income housing tax-credit (LIHTC) efforts, as it relates to the affordable housing requirements at one of our apartment communities in Alexandria, VA.

What the Compliance Specialist will be doing:
• Coordinate with Leasing Professionals to ensure timely processing of affordable housing paperwork for prospects and current residents.
• Review prospects/residents' financial information necessary to determine eligibility, prior to submission to compliance for final review and approval.
• Confirm that proper lease and addendum documentation have been completed.
• Complete data entry and electronic transmission of information to internal and external sources.
• Participate in regular training and continuing education to remain abreast of changes in the affordable housing requirements.
• Lease apartments as needed. Handle prospect and resident questions, concerns, and requests promptly and efficiently.
• Complete audits and reports, correctly and in a timely manner, as they relate to the affordable housing requirements at the property.
• Assist the Property Manager and/or Assistant Manager in the responsibilities of managing the property, where required.

What the Compliance Specialist will need to succeed:
• Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Section 42) Program or Section 8 experience preferred.
• College degree in a relatable field from an accredited college a plus.
• Strong knowledge of the LIHTC program and Fair Housing Laws.
• Experience in the tenant income certification process for the LIHTC program.
• Customer service experience in a related service field. Residential leasing and LIHTC/Affordable housing knowledge preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exhibit sound judgment, ability to use available resources to research issues, ability to seek guidance and communicate openly with direct supervisor.


What we offer our Compliance Specialists:
• Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000, plus potential commission
• Comprehensive Medical with multiple Dental and Vision options.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• 401(k) Plan with employer match and generous vesting schedule.
• Paid Time Off leave, escalating with length of service.
• Housing rental discount and free on-site parking during work hours.
• In-house and external professional training and a ‘Promote from Within’ company culture.

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Candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, familial, disability or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.