Compliance Specialist II

Location 3216 North 3rd Street,Phoenix, AZ, 85012,United States Employee Type Salary-Exempt Join Our Team at Native American Connections! Who We Are: Native American Connections (NAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families through affordable housing, behavioral health, and community development services. For over 50 years, we have proudly served Native American and underserved communities in the Phoenix area with culturally competent, trauma-informed care grounded in respect and tradition. MISSION: Our mission, grounded in traditional Native American culture, is to reduce health disparities by delivering high-quality comprehensive integrated healthcare and providing stable housing throughout the communities we serve. POSITION SUMMARY: The position of Compliance Specialist II reports to the Director of Compliance and Asset Management and provides results-driven regulatory compliance strategies within NAC’s Work-Force (Affordable) housing portfolio. The position is responsible for the oversight of all LIHTC, HOME, HTF, NSP and other funding sources ensuring compliance with all regulatory agreements and income qualification for all tenants on an ongoing basis. The position is expected to be the subject matter expert for periodic questions/issues that arise in relation to the certification process. RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversees and ensures compliance with all policy/processes and funding regulations for assigned work-force housing (affordable) properties within NAC’s portfolio. Ability to prioritize completion of certification file review and approval while ensuring files are reviewed within a 72-hour period. Responsible for preliminary review of all application and annual certification paperwork based on specific program compliance guidelines for assigned properties. Placing particular emphasis on more complex files involving multiple income sources, including self-employment, with a higher level of detail. Monitors timeliness of annual re-certification process to ensure accurate annual tenant certification in accordance with property-specific funding program requirements. Attend site audits and inspections conducted by regulatory agencies or investors as assigned. Conducts on-site tenant file internal audits and provides recommendations for corrective actions to bring files into compliance. Assist in the lease up of new properties to provide needed support to ensure our mission of housing urban Native Americans, while maintaining Fair Housing practices. Attends and completes all assigned Tax Credit, HOME and other necessary training courses to maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements. Provides guidance and conducts training to site property management staff regarding rules and regulations of funding sources, federal programs and NAC policy and processes to ensure tenant file compliance. Provides guidance and training on the use of the property management system (OneSite). Assists in gathering documentation and completion of annual City, State, Federal, and other funding source compliance reporting. Complete pre-move in inspections of vacant units to ensure readiness for occupancy. Assists in updating and maintaining NAC property waitlist. Other duties as assigned EDUCATIONAL/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: High School graduate or GED Minimum of 5 years of experience working with and knowledge of the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, HUD housing funding programs, rental subsidy programs, and other various affordable housing funding sources. At least 5 years of experience in the affordable housing industry. Knowledge of Fair Housing rules/regulations/practices. Must have and maintain reliable transportation and meet all AZ State insurance requirements (site travel is required) Experience in reviewing and completing complex household certifications (i.e. multiple revenue streams and/or student households) Experience working with properties that are mixed income (i.e. have market rate units in addition to tax credit units) with understanding managing 140% over-income household within the established set-asides SKILLS REQUIREMENT: Knowledge and proficiency with various computer software programs such as Microsoft Office suite. Proficiency with industry standard software applications such as RealPage preferred. Detail Oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to follow processes. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Exercises sound judgment. Ability and motivation to meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize, be resourceful and manage changing priorities. Ability to work independently and complete tasks within established deadlines. Ability to demonstrate diplomacy when addressing noncompliance with staff, applicants and residents. Comprehensive understanding of Section 42 (LIHTC), HUD HOME & regulations requirements. Knowledge of other affordable housing funding programs such as State Housing Trust Fund, National Housing Trust Fund, Neighborhood Stabilization Program, or FHLB AHP. Knowledge of local, State, and Federal housing regulations and property management. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Outlook. Experience working with the Native American population preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Able to sit, stand, walk with/without accommodations. NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE: Preference may be given to qualified Native American Indians according to the Indian Preference Hiring Act, CFR 25 USC 472. Other than Indian Preference, Native American Connections, Inc. adheres to all provisions of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: Native American Connections is a drug-free workplace with safety-sensitive jobs. Use of alcohol and legal or illegal drugs may impair and alter employees' judgement resulting in increased safety risks, workplace injuries, and faulty decision making. Reporting to work at NAC after use of alcohol, a controlled substance, or abuse of any other substance is absolutely prohibited. #J-18808-Ljbffr