Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist

Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist

The Compliance Specialist is responsible for reviewing Affordable Housing applications and ensuring they are eligible and compliant with applicable and current regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The review of Affordable Housing resident files for eligibility and compliance with all required laws.
• Review the files based on information presented by the applicants and ensure review of files within 24 hours of receiving.
• Adherence to all policies and procedures as set forth in the personnel manual.
• Monitoring changes in LIHTC regulations and requirements and implementing modifications as indicated.
• Attendance at TDHCA trainings annually. The requirement to attend HCCP training within the first two years of employment and include a passing score on the exam to receive the HCCP designation.
• Participates in all tax credit reviews by outside entities.
• Travel Requirement: This position entails travel, estimated at 50% of work time annually. Travel may be required for property visits, conferences, training sessions, or other business-related activities.

Education & Experience

• Individuals in this position should possess strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach.
• Strong computer literacy skills are essential to this position, including RealPage Onesite Tax Credit software.
• Housing Credit Certified Professional certification a plus. If not already certified, the requirement to attend HCCP training within the first 2 years of employment and include a passing score on the exam.
• Knowledge of the HUD program is a plus.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are also required.

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.