Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist

Affordable Housing Compliance SpecialistBigos Management- Corporate Office (Golden Valley, Minnesota) BIGOS MANAGEMENT IS PROUD TO BE NAMED A STAR TRIBUNE TOP WORKPLACE IN 2026 FOR THE 12TH TIMELOCATION Golden Valley, Minnesota (hybrid work option available, must be based locally)PAY, BENEFITS, AND PERKSHiring Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000Competitive benefit package, including HSA employer contribution, and starting 1st of the month after hire401(k) Plan with employer matchTen paid holidays, no waiting period to receive holiday payGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) and rollover optionsVolunteer Time Off (VTO), along with additional company sponsored volunteer opportunitiesCompany paid benefits including Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Educational Assistance optionsRent discountLife Time Fitness Membership discountThe hiring pay range and list of benefits that are posted are an estimate and not designed to cover a complete listing of all aspects of the position. Reach out to Human Resources with any questions.JOB SUMMARYThe Compliance Specialist is responsible for auditing and monitoring the recertification and leasing processes of site files to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including Project-Based Section 8. This role coordinates, prepares, and monitors activity for MORs and other internal and external compliance audits including results analysis, report findings review, and corrective action follow-up, and reviews recertifications, communicating required corrections to site staff. The Compliance Specialist works directly with the Compliance Manager to provide feedback and develop effective training resources and staff development that support compliance requirements, with a strong emphasis on training site staff to build consistent, audit-ready compliance practices at the property level.Supports our employee-first culture and exemplifies our core values of relationships, development, quality, and responsibility.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESCompliance KnowledgeStay abreast of federal, state, and local compliance-related regulations, especially those applicable to Bigos Management propertiesStay abreast of changes in Fair Housing laws, rulings, and regulationsCompliance RelationshipsForm and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies, vendors, and lendersBuild and sustain positive and productive working relationships with corporate, operations, and property employees to support and facilitate accurate and timely application of new information, productive problem solving, and resolution to compliance challengesCompliance Auditing and ReportingReviews and responds to all submitted certification paperwork for compliance with relevant program guidelinesPlan and conduct regular internal compliance audits, prepare finding reports, and share results with appropriate departmentsComplete regular site visit check ins to consult and assist staff with compliance issuesInform property staff about property inspection notifications, track inspection findings, and corrections. Report corrections as requiredCoordinate audit preparation, conduct pre-audit of files, monitor activity, and be present during all Management and Occupancy Reviews (MORs) and external compliance auditsComplete TRACS and Gross Rent processingSpecial Claims submissions to MN HousingEIV 90 Day/Monthly/Quarterly ReportsReview external audit results and distribute report findings for follow up and corrective action. Submit audit data for inclusion in analysis of compliance performance across the Affordable PortfolioSupport timely and accurate submission of all required reportingMonitor record retention requirements for resident files/records to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policiesAssist Compliance Manager in monthly/quarterly compliance newsletterAssist Compliance Manager in writing/updates of compliance manualTraining & DevelopmentSupport development and delivery of compliance-related trainingProvide feedback to the Compliance Manager and Learning & Development team to help build effective training for the affordable housing teamSupport development and delivery of new employee on-boardingTrain Property Managers and new hires directly on compliance processes, ensuring they understand and can confidently apply program requirements in their day-to-day workConduct individual trainings for staff in identified areas of consistent inadequacyFacilitate recurring training sessions and workshops, including all-team compliance meetingsGather feedback from site teams to continuously improve training content and deliverySupport development of Rent Café uses and training of staffQUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferredCertified Occupancy Specialist CertificationMinimum of 5 years progressive affordable, multi-family property management experienceMinimum of 5 years of Project Based Section 8 Compliance experience requiredSkills and Abilities:Fluent in English and proficient in oral and written communicationAbility to review, interpret, and apply lender and government regulations covering the affordable rental housing industry with a commitment to the development of extensive program knowledge and competenciesAbility to use tact, diplomacy and a clear, courteous manner when dealing with co-workers, vendors, and business partnersCommitment to providing a high level of responsiveness to government agency contacts, lenders, contract administrators, and internal customersAnalytical and problem-solving skillsData management skills and attention to detailAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentDecision-making, problem solving, and time management skillsYardi experience preferredAbility to travel to sites, all located within the metropolitan areaPhysical DemandsMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; strength to lift and carry items weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed material and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in-person and over the telephone. Must be able to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions, including climbing stairs and walking the hallways and common areas.Personal Protective EquipmentNoneWork EnvironmentOffice working conditions, corporate office (potential to become hybrid)