Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist

MISSION FIRST HOUSING GROUP develops and manages affordable, safe and sustainable homes for people in need, with a focus on the vulnerable. We ensure our residents have access to resources to help them live independently. We deliver housing that provides long-term benefits to residents and neighborhoods, alike.

Mission First believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success and the contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Columbus Property Management, a member of Mission First Housing Group is seeking a

Compliance Specialist that ensures that all housing compliance policies and procedures are followed across an assigned property portfolio. This role conducts compliance reviews, monitors property-specific regulatory requirements, and supports sites in maintaining adherence to state agency and organizational standards.

Compliance Specialist Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular audits of files, reports, and property documentation to ensure records are complete, audit-ready, and compliant with site-level policies. Will assist in preparing files for review before submission to state agencies, investors, lenders, or HUD. Responsible to review a sample set of files from each property that is completed by the property management team to ensure the files are accurate and compliant. The
• Compliance Specialist will review income certifications, supporting documentation, rent calculations, student eligibility, and unit designation for accuracy and compliance. Manage and track annual recertifications to ensure 100% on-time completion.
• Provide guidance and training to property managers and leasing staff on eligibility requirements, income verification procedures, and documentation standards.
• Respond to file corrections and compliance findings issued by state agencies, investors, or syndicators, while coordinating with property staff to ensure corrections are completed and resubmitted within required timelines.
• Prepare and submit annual compliance reports to allocating agencies and regulatory bodies in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and Washington, DC.

Compliance Specialist Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma and minimum of 3 years of experience in the multifamily housing industry, with a focus on affordable housing compliance and housing regulations.
• Working knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, HOME, Section 8, and other affordable housing programs, along with a strong understanding of Fair Housing regulations.
• Experience using property management software; Yardi experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel to any community within the Columbus Property Management portfolio, as needed.

Compliance Specialist Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma and minimum of 3 years of experience in the multifamily housing industry, with a focus on affordable housing compliance and housing regulations.
• Working knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, HOME, Section 8, and other affordable housing programs, along with a strong understanding of Fair Housing regulations.
• Experience using property management software; Yardi experience preferred.
• Ability to travel to any community within the Columbus Property Management portfolio, as needed.

Preferred Certifications :

• Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) certification
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) certification
• Certified Professional of Occupancy (CO) or equivalent affordable housing compliance certification is a plus.
• HUD, LIHTC, HOME, or Fair Housing training certifications preferred

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 403B
• Life, Short and long term disability (Company Paid)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid life insurance
• Legal Aid
• and more!

Mission First provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Mission First prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.