Compliance Manager - Affordable Housing

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary : The Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring all rental properties and resident files are compliant with the guidelines of Sand Companies, Inc., limited partners, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, Section 42 of the IRS guidelines, and any other applicable government agencies. The Compliance Manager will oversee and review a portfolio of various program and funding sources relating to Tax Credits, HOME, Section 8, LTH, ARIF, HOME units, MHOP, Rural Development, and other housing programs.

The Compliance Manager provides guidance and training to property management teams and directly supervises a team of Compliance Specialists, offering mentorship, direction, and support to ensure consistent compliance practices across the portfolio.

This is full-time position offering a competitive annual salary of $70,000 - $80,000, depending on experience, plus incentives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Supervise and support Compliance Specialists, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure consistent and accurate compliance practices
• Review, track, and approve resident move-in files prior to occupancy to ensure accuracy and program compliance.
• Maintain monitoring, reporting, and record keeping systems to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Ensure that recertifications are completed accurately and within required timelines.
• Provide timely responses to property management staff regarding compliance questions.
• Update and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and forms to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Conduct and coordinate internal file audits and respond to external audits, as needed.
• Train and assist property management staff on compliance requirements, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain complete and organized resident files with proper documentation and supporting materials.
• Assist with preparing and submitting annual compliance reporting.
• Monitor and communicate updates to income limits, rent limits, utility allowances, and other compliance-related program changes.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Compliance and provide additional support for special projects, as needed.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, or a related field.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in affordable housing compliance, including LIHTC and other housing programs.

Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience of 5 or more people.

Preferred : Professional certification in LIHTC or other affordable housing programs (e.g., TCCS, AHM, COS)

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS :

1. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising guest satisfaction or essential business functions.

2. The intent of this job description is not to state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties that will be performed by the individual in this position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

What We Offer :

You’ll join a team that values integrity, inclusion, and innovation. Help us build a community where both residents and team members can truly thrive.

All candidates offered regular employment must pass a drug test and background check.

We are an E-Verify employer.

EOE / MFDV