Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist (LIHTC/HUD) Baltimore, MD.

Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $92.0 billion and created 1.1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands – all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging.

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Job Description Summary:

The Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures from Enterprise Residential and relevant affordable housing agencies are effectively communicated to, and implemented by, site managers and senior staff at new construction lease-up properties and those undergoing resyndication with tax credits. This role also involves conducting compliance reviews, monitoring property-specific requirements across various housing programs, and providing direct support to the assigned portfolio to ensure all properties meet or exceed regulatory standards set by multiple agencies and organizations.

1. Policy Implementation & Training

• Ensure compliance policies from ownership, management, and regulatory agencies (e.g., HUD, LIHTC, HOME, etc.) are implemented at the site level.
• Train property managers and leasing staff on eligibility requirements, income verification, and documentation standards.
• Serve as the compliance liaison between corporate leadership and on-site teams.

2. Lease-Up Compliance Oversight (New Construction)

• Oversee tenant file processing and approval during initial lease-up to ensure all residents meet program eligibility criteria.
• Monitor leasing progress to align with regulatory deadlines and tax credit requirements.
• Conduct pre-occupancy and initial compliance audits to identify and correct errors early.

3. Resyndication Compliance Management

• Manage the transition process when properties are re-financed or restructured under new tax credits or funding programs.
• Ensure continued resident eligibility and proper recertification during resyndication.
• Help coordinate with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with new agreements and program rules.

4. Reporting & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate records for tenant eligibility, income certifications, and lease agreements.
• Submit required compliance reports to various agencies on time.
• Track critical deadlines such as recertifications, reporting dates, and compliance periods.

5. Regulatory Expertise

• Stay up to date on changes in affordable housing regulations at federal, state, and local levels.
• Interpret and apply rules across multiple programs (e.g., LIHTC, HOME, PBV, RAD).
• Provide guidance on how regulations impact leasing, operations, and tenant eligibility.

Work Location and Work Time

The Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist (LIHTC/HUD) will be assigned to Baltimore. Assigned days in office will be determined by the Sr. Manager Compliance New Construction & Resyndication. This is a hybrid temporary position for six (6) months.

Experience, Education, Training and Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in reviewing files presented by property management for lease up and resyndication, including certification of existing residents and new move ins.
• Affordable housing compliance experience or knowledge of regulatory requirements related to affordable housing. Knowledge of HUD, Tax Credit and State/Local programs is a must)
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required; Bachelor's degree preferred or relative employment experience.
• Ability to set priorities and maintain annual work plan progress.
• Experience with technology solutions for compliance management and an understanding of how these work with the various funding layers. Experience with Yardi preferred.
• Knowledge of affordable housing is required. Advanced industry training credentials which authenticate understanding of rental housing programs.
• Strong financial acumen; Demonstrated ability to understand basic financial calculations.
• Demonstrated experience in project management from inception to completion.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment demonstrating strong organizational and follow-up skills along with an ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact, in English, with a diverse group of associates, residents and external agencies.
• Ability to apply reason, logic, and advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues.
• Ability to read, in English, at a level sufficient to understand policies and procedures, safety notices, general business correspondence and/or documentation.
• Strong computer and keyboarding skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, Yardi or equivalent, and the ability to quickly master new applications.

Requirements:

• Possess and maintain timely and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to any community in the Enterprise Residential Properties portfolio, if needed. Travel, including some out of state, overnight, and extended stay, may be required.

Salary Transparency

• You will be joining a team of talented professionals motivated by serving the community and addressing the need for affordable housing.
• The pay range for this position is $35.00/hour to $38.00/hour. The salary range represents the low and high end of what may be paid for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range, and compensation decisions may be influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
• Thank you for your interest in joining the Enterprise team and contributing to our mission to serve others.