HOUSING COMPLIANCE OFFICER

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING

Housing is the foundation for success. We lead and collaborate with our community partners to create, preserve and invest in affordable housing. We protect housing consumers and revitalize communities to make Arizona the best place to live.

HOUSING COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Job Location: 1100 W. Washington Street, Suite 280, Phoenix, Arizona 85007. This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona, including in‑office hoteling, based on department business needs. Applicants must be able to commute and use the Phoenix office when required. Posting Details Salary: $54,000 – $57,000 (Grade 19, determined by experience) Position will remain open until business needs are met. Job Summary This role is one of several Housing Compliance Officers who monitor state and federally assisted rental properties for compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines. The position requires frequent and extensive travel throughout Arizona to conduct on‑site inspections and administrative reviews. The incumbent will prepare written reports, participate in training, update compliance materials, review annual reports, and maintain accurate monitoring files and database records. Job Duties

• Monitor compliance of properties financed through the LIHTC Program, HOME, State/National Housing Trust Funds, and other public subsidies.
• Conduct physical inspections of residential units to ensure adherence to NSPIRE guidelines.
• Perform detailed administrative audits in accordance with HUD regulations and the HOTMA final rule, verifying income calculations, asset limits, and verification procedures.
• Follow up monitoring visits with written reports, training participation, and documentation updates.
• Maintain organized and complete monitoring files and database records.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Adequate education or job‑related experience demonstrating the ability to perform duties.
• Experience or knowledge of LIHTC, HOME, State/National Housing Trust Fund programs, or prior property‑management/monitoring experience.
• Preferred certification in UPCS, NSPIRE, or HQS.
• Detail oriented, organized, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret State and Federal regulations, including the HOTMA final rule.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Pre‑Employment Requirements Driver’s License Requirements: Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. All newly hired State employees are required to complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify). Benefits Flexible schedules to support work/life balance Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly placed foster/adopted child (pilot program) Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year Sick Leave Health and Dental Insurance Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability Insurance Optional benefits include short‑term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement; the agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. Retirement State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), a state‑sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long‑Term Disability (LTD) program. New ASRS members have a 27‑week waiting period for membership. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for lifelong income upon retirement. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona State Government