Regulatory Affairs Manager (62190)

Regulatory Affairs Manager Location: Corporate Office Abode Communities – Los Angeles, CA 90033 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Not Specified Salary Range: $90,000.00 – $103,000.00 Travel: Up to 25% Shift: 1st Shift (Day) Category: Non-Profit (Social Services) Position Summary The Regulatory Affairs Manager at Abode Communities is a pivotal management role responsible for overseeing regulatory coordination, agency reporting, LAHD's Accessible Housing Program (AcHP) compliance administration, and operational oversight related to affordable housing programs, lease-ups, and ongoing occupancy requirements. Reporting to the VP of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs, this position serves as a key liaison between the organization and external regulatory agencies, including the Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD), AcHP, various Housing Authorities, and other funding and oversight entities. This role requires strong organizational leadership, relationship management, and operational coordination skills to support regulatory compliance efforts across the portfolio. The Regulatory Affairs Manager is responsible for overseeing AcHP‑related processes, monitoring regulatory deadlines and submissions, supporting lease‑up operations, coordinating agency communications, and ensuring consistency in administrative compliance practices across properties. Situated within the Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Department, this management role plays a critical part in supporting operational readiness, regulatory coordination, accessibility-related requirements, affirmative marketing obligations, and agency reporting functions. Collaboration with Property Management, Leasing & Recertification, Compliance, Asset Management, Real Estate Development, Property Accounting, and Operations is essential to ensuring successful lease-ups, regulatory compliance, and organizational effectiveness. Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Operations Work collaboratively with the Compliance Manager and Leasing and Recertification Manager, as peer departmental leaders within the Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Division, to coordinate regulatory and operational initiatives, monitor departmental workflows, and support the timely completion of compliance-related responsibilities. Coordinate regulatory and administrative workflow accountability, tracking assigned deliverables, identifying operational concerns, escalating unresolved issues as appropriate, and helping ensure regulatory deadlines, reporting requirements, and departmental procedures are consistently met across teams. Complete and manage portfolio-wide rent increase schedules, including Section 8 contract rent increases and HCD SRI submissions. Maintain comprehensive oversight of all regulatory reporting across the portfolio, ensuring full visibility into reporting requirements, timelines, and deliverables. Partner with the VP, Compliance & Regulatory Affairs to develop and validate annual revenue projections. Oversee the administrative operations supporting the Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Department, including supervision and coordination of regulatory communications, document management, and compliance support activities, training coordination, and compliance support activities are completed accurately, consistently, and within established timelines by assigned staff. Oversee department coordination related to system access, Housing Authority portal access, credential management, and regulatory user administration. Oversee TRACS submissions to HUD, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. Monitor and implement utility allowance adjustments and timely reporting. Monitor operational inefficiencies, recurring administrative issues, or process gaps and implement corrective operational procedures as needed. Completion of budget revenue along with VP, Compliance & Regulatory Affairs. Oversee the AcHP function, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with program requirements. Maintain oversight of Housing Authority portals, ensuring continuous access and functionality. Prepare, coordinate, and oversee investor-level reporting and regulatory submissions that do not require direct file review, including tracking reporting deadlines, compiling operational and compliance-related data, and ensuring timely and accurate submission of required reports and documentation. Provide oversight of department-wide tracking tools, workflow management systems, and operational coordination activities to support regulatory compliance and organizational effectiveness. Manage EIV user access requests, coordination, and administrative oversight. Oversee the AcHP function portfolio-wide, including monitoring submission timelines, operational compliance requirements, Property Listings, PMPs, outreach coordination, lotteries, and agency communications. Oversee Housing Authority Portals and ensure access remains available. Complete and oversee non-file-related Housing Authority reporting requirements, including LACDA and other agency reporting obligations. Oversee and ensure the monthly accuracy of rent, utility allowance, and related compliance data within the RealPage system, including coordination of updates, verification of changes, and monitoring for discrepancies that may impact regulatory compliance or resident charges. Collaborate with Compliance Manager to ensure operational alignment. Facilitate effective communication within the organization. Regulatory Oversight of Leasing Operations Complete and oversee Housing Authority Ownership Packets and all related requirements for new properties, including vendor ID setup, HAP contract execution, and portal setup. Manage the submission of AcHP requirements to ensure adherence to critical timelines and regulatory deadlines. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local housing regulations, including Fair Housing laws. Team Leadership and Development Supervise and direct the Regulatory Affairs Coordinator responsible for AcHP submissions and regulatory mailings. Set performance goals and provide feedback to drive excellence. Special Projects As designated by VP, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs, Executive Vice President/CPAO, or designee. Qualifications Training and experience in Tax Credit programs. Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations. Proficiency in property management software (e.g., RealPage Onesite, Blue Moon). Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to drive strategic initiatives. Exceptional organizational skills. Ability to build strong relationships. English/Spanish proficiency. Sensitivity to the needs of low-income individuals. #J-18808-Ljbffr