Affordable Housing Compliance Manager - Washington, DC Metro

Pratum Companies • Gaithersburg, MD

4d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Affordable Housing Compliance Manager ensures that affordable housing properties comply with federal, state, and local regulations. The role monitors tenant eligibility, verifies income documentation, manages HAP voucher processing and reconciliation, processes TRACS transmissions, and conducts audits to maintain compliance with LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and county affordable housing programs. The manager works with property managers, government agencies, and tenants to interpret regulations, prepare reports, and support adherence to program guidelines.

This is a full-time, in-office position based at the company’s corporate office in Gaithersburg, Maryland, in the Washington, DC metro region. The role is exempt. The anticipated annual pay range is $70,000–$80,000, depending on relevant factors. The position may be eligible for discretionary or performance-based bonuses. Full-time positions of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for two weeks of paid vacation, one week of sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and health and welfare benefits as described on the company website. The posting also states that this non-exempt role is eligible for overtime for hours worked over 40 per week.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in compliance for affordable Section 8 and LIHTC multifamily housing properties.
• HCCP, SHCM, C3P, COS, CPO, BOS, or equivalent certification required.
• Formal training and/or certification in a related field required; COS or CPO is specified.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of Section 8 regulations.
• Strong knowledge of the IRS 8823 Guide and HUD Manual 4350.3.
• Strong knowledge of HAP voucher processing, reconciliations, TRACS transmissions, and subsidy administration.
• Experience reviewing and correcting voucher discrepancies and transmission errors.
• Experience using Yardi software required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take ownership of projects; self-starter and independent worker.

Responsibilities

• Manage site-level compliance by reviewing new applicant certifications and completing required re-certification paperwork.
• Review household certifications for all affordable properties to ensure compliance.
• Process, reconcile, review, and submit monthly HAP vouchers accurately and on time.
• Monitor HAP voucher discrepancies, subsidy reconciliations, TRACS transmissions, and transmission errors.
• Ensure timely correction and resubmission of rejected or discrepant vouchers and certifications.
• Train personnel to prepare income certifications and re-certifications for Project-Based Section 8 and federally assisted properties.
• Review and approve move-in certifications and conduct quarterly reviews of annual re-certifications for Project-Based Section 8 properties.
• Monitor and report past-due re-certifications.
• Address compliance training and support needs for site staff.
• Assist in generating year-end building status reports for tax credit properties and ensure annual electronic reporting is completed.
• Assist in monitoring correct use of income and rent limits and utility allowances.

Benefits

• Two weeks of paid vacation for eligible full-time positions (30+ hours per week).
• One week of sick leave for eligible full-time positions (30+ hours per week).
• 11 paid holidays for eligible full-time positions (30+ hours per week).
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible full-time positions (30+ hours per week).
• May be eligible for discretionary and/or performance-based bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed