Compliance Specialist

Compliance Specialist

Our client is seeking a Compliance Specialist with experience in the housing industry. This would be a contract position and could lead into a permanent role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Program Administration & Compliance

Conduct quality assurance reviews to determine eligibility for admission and continued occupancy in accordance with HUD regulations and the ACOP.

Perform systematic audits of applicant and resident files, including income verification, rent calculation accuracy (TTP), and required documentation.

Review utility allowances, household changes, and family-member additions for compliance with policy.

Support compliance efforts for aged receivables, occupancy, physical inspections, complaints, unit inventory, IMS/PIC/HIP reconciliation, and file corrections.

Analyze and reconcile IMS/PIC/EIV data against Yardi; track deficiencies and ensure corrections.

Prepare reports of findings, compliance concerns, and recommended corrective actions.

Prepare responses to audit findings and assist in resolving compliance issues.

Waitlist & Certification Processes

Manage and maintain site-based and centralized waitlists, including Rent Caf/Resident Portal updates and periodic list purges.

Process applications, explain eligibility criteria, and ensure placement aligns with HUD guidance and the ACOP.

Conduct and review initial certifications, annual/interim recertifications, and ensure timely issuance of rent-change notices (98% completion requirement).

Train site teams on recertification procedures, leasing requirements, and required documentation standards.

Operational Support & Reporting

Generate and analyze monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports (IMS, PIC, EIV, MASS, occupancy, receivables, leasing, inspections, unit turns, evictions, etc.).

Support monthly occupancy performance monitoring across Company-managed, AME-managed, and mixed-finance properties.

Review and submit accurate 50058 data to the Operations & Compliance Manager for HUD submission.

Interpret HUD manuals, notices, and policy updates; summarize relevant guidance for staff.

Serve as administrative support to the Asset Management Department, including correspondence management, scheduling, call routing, and report handling.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive resident and operational information.

Training & Technical Assistance

Provide training to company, and mixed-finance property staff on PIC/EIV, leasing requirements, compliance procedures, and documentation standards.

Assist site managers with correcting PIC errors to achieve HUD-required 95% monthly 50058 submission rates.

Support temporary site-based operations when performance indicators require corrective assistance.

Required Skills & Knowledge

Strong working knowledge of HUD public housing regulations, ACOP requirements, and Low-Income Public Housing policies.

Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with SharePoint, Teams, and Smartsheet.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical policy matters clearly.

Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities with a high level of accuracy in detailed work.

Ability to interpret complex regulatory guidance, create reports, and manage multiple detailed tasks.

Capacity to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain predictable attendance.

Ability to pass the HUD Rent Calculation Examination with 80% or higher (within 60 days of hire if not completed prior).

Physical & Other Requirements

Ability to perform office-based work, including handling materials up to 30 lbs., standing or walking for moderate periods.

Valid driver's license, insurability, and ability to pass criminal background and drug screening checks.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional conduct at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree or higher in business administration, management, social sciences, or related field.

At least 2 years of experience in public or affordable housing management, or equivalent experience.

Housing certification preferred (PHS, HCCP, PHM, COS, ARM, CAPS, NLP, COS-P, etc.)

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