Compliance Specialist

Compliance SpecialistThe Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance in all aspects of LIHTC, HUD, Public Housing, HOME and other regulatory agency requirements. This includes delivering a consistent, accurate and high-quality work product that meets or exceeds regulatory agencies' expectations, maintaining a strong knowledge of program requirements and protocols, building professional mutually beneficial relationships with state agencies, contract administrators, colleagues, internal customers and key stakeholders, and responding to contacts in a timely and proficient manner.Essential Job FunctionsModels company mission and valuesMonitors and ensures compliance with various affordable housing programs throughout assigned portfolio of properties—including: LIHTC, HUD Section 8 and Section 811, Public Housing/ACC, HOME, and RADReviews all new move-in applications within existing portfolio and new development lease upExecutes internal audits on site at least four times per year to ensure ongoing compliance and to proactively prepare for state agency and investor reviewsMonitors property compliance activities via Yardi software; including but not limited to; checking move-ins and monthly recertifications, and following up with property management to address late activitiesCompletes and submits Annual LIHTC, HOME, and other compliance reports as required by designated deadlines, and performs regular uploads of tenant data from Yardi to the state agency softwareConducts how-to training on the certification/recertification processes, the application process and Yardi software utilizationRepresents the company with professionalism during all interactions with state and local monitoring agencies, investors, contract administrators, etc.Collaborates with team members to ensure that assigned tasks are completed by designated deadline—especially critical during lease up of new propertiesMaintains an open mind, adapt to change and exhibit a positive attitudeOther duties as assignedRequirementsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesHigh school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferredHCCP, HUD-COS Certification (or similar) requiredMinimum of three years of experience working as a Compliance Specialist, Occupancy Specialist or Affordable Housing Property Manager—with hands-on compliance experiencePrior experience with preparing and submitting Section 8 vouchers via TRACS 202D, troubleshooting issues/errors via HUD Secure System and the MAT guide, and good working knowledge of EIV strongly preferredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAdvanced customer service and problem-solving skillsAdvanced organizational and time management skills—must work well independentlyTechnically proficient in Microsoft OfficeAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced, action-oriented environmentAbility to establish relationships across the organization and at various hierarchical levelsAbility to travel up to 25% of the time; must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportationOur ValuesEmbrace New Ways: obstacles are opportunities, and challenges are catalysts for changeServe the Community: give back and pay it forwardDrive to Achieve: ambition and determination – we can achieve anything we can imaginePurpose Over Pride: Collaboration, thoughtful listening, and respect guide how we work with each otherWE'VE GOT YOU COVEREDWe take pride in supporting the health and well-being of our teammates and their families:Full medical, prescription, dental and vision benefitsCompany-paid life and AD&D insuranceCompany-paid short-term and long-term disabilityA 401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid time off, accrued based on years of serviceSupplemental insurance for employees and familiesEmployee Assistance Program for confidential counselingAdditional paid day off to provide community or charitable servicesPaid holidays; approximately fourteen (14) per yearPeace of mind and a great working environmentMRK provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.