Affordable Housing Compliance Manager

Affordable Housing Compliance Manager

A multifamily housing compliance manager ensures that affordable housing properties adhere to federal, state and local regulations. This includes manages affordable housing programs reviewing tenant income, process certifications, and audit files for the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and HUD Section 8 programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Reviewing household certifications for all affordable properties to ensure they're compliant
• Scheduling resident recertification interviews and apartment inspections
• Coordinating on-site data collections and processing of resident information
• Maintaining property waiting list and resident files in accordance with our company’s policy & the regulatory agency’s policy
• Ensuring proper calculation of income, assets, rent levels, etc.
• Training personnel on preparing income certifications and re-certifications for both Section 8 and Federally Assisted properties
• Reviewing and approval of all move-in certifications, as well as quarterly review of annual re-certifications for LIHTC and Section 8 properties
• Monitoring and report past due re-certifications
• Assisting in generating all year-end building status reports for LIHTC and Section 8 properties and ensure all electronic reporting is completed each year
• Monitoring correct usage of income and rent limits as well as utility allowances
• Aiding office staff in several administrative and other tasks, including collection of rent, resident social activities and leasing tasks
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Assistant Manager/Community Manager

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in compliance for Tax Credit and Affordable Housing (Section 8), Annual Recertifications, regulations, and Leasing.
• Strong knowledge of the IRS 8823 Guide as well as the HUD Manual 4350.3
• Formal training and/or certification in related field preferred (COS or CPO)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Capability to take charge and ownership of projects, self-starter and independent worker
• Outstanding customer service orientation

Education
High school or GED. This position requires the ability to read and write English fluently, the ability to accurately perform intermediate mathematical functions and the ability to understand and perform all on-site resident management software functions. 

Professional Experience  
A minimum of three years of experience in residential property management as a Community Manager

Attendance/Travel Requirements
The position requires the ability to work any of the seven days of the week, 52 weeks of the year.  Due to the property staffing limitations, it is extremely critical that individuals be able to work their scheduled hours on a consistent basis and, if necessary, overtime hours when requested.  The position requires the ability to serve on-call, as scheduled or as necessary.  Travel may be required at times to attend various owner gatherings either in the general vicinity of the associates home property, or in another state.  You must also be able to attend certain resident events that are held after hours.

Computer Skills

• Minimum of basic knowledge of computers
• Ability to use Outlook and OneSite/Yardi
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Suites
• Minimum of basic Internet knowledge

Physical Demands
Must be capable of physically accessing all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities. Must be able to push, pull, lift, carry or maneuver weights of up to 50lbs. independently and 100 lbs. with assistance.

Learning & Development
Maintain a commitment to ongoing personal development and career growth though career path activities provided through the corporate office and external sources as needed.

This role is non-exempt and has an anticipated pay range from $22-$25 for a new employee depending on a number of relevant factors including individuals’ experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, client/property or company budgetary limitations/guidelines, and other job-related company and market considerations. This position may be eligible to receive discretionary and/or performance-based bonuses on a spot or annual basis, which are variable depending on individual merit/performance, budgetary limitations, company performance, and other job-related factors.  Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for 2 weeks’ paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, and health & welfare benefits as outlined on the Company’s website.  To learn more about our company and our benefits, go to: https://pratumco.com/careers/

Pratum Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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