Affordable Housing Compliance Project Manager

City of Boulder•Boulder, CO

2d•$76,024 - $110,261•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction, the Affordable Housing Compliance Project Manager serves as a subject-matter expert providing regulatory analysis, technical assistance, and leadership to subrecipient organizations and the Boulder and Broomfield HOME Consortium. The position administers federal and locally funded affordable housing projects, working independently and with the Compliance Team to manage complex, high-profile projects. It advances the city’s affordable housing goals and refines housing policies, regulations, and procedures. The role advises subrecipient project managers on federal grant requirements and project matters such as program design, subsidy layering, scope development, operations, project development, and compliance issues. It interprets federal regulations and funding guidance, develops policies, procedures and training, monitors projects and subrecipients, assesses financial and compliance risks, and coordinates corrective action. The position also oversees HOME Consortium projects, coordinates responses to resident and community concerns, and serves as the city’s NEPA Environmental Review Coordinator and liaison to HUD and other housing partners. The position conducts complex environmental reviews for federally funded projects and leads or oversees inspections of new affordable housing developments. It coordinates with contractors, developers, city staff, partner organizations, and government agencies to resolve deficiencies and verify habitability and safety compliance. This is a full-time, salaried position scheduled for 40 hours per week. It is subject to the City’s Hybrid Work Policy, requiring in-person work equivalent to at least two days per standard work week, and the employee must be based in Colorado. Occasional evening and weekend meetings may be required. The position works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment, with interruptions and background noise, and requires effective communication, document review, computer and office-equipment use, and the ability to work under deadline pressure and public contact.

Requirements

Ability to analyze and synthesize complex information using logic, critical thinking, and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions.
Relevant experience working with local government, human services organizations, public agencies, nonprofit affordable housing, or grant compliance.
Ability to exercise independent judgment to resolve difficult problems under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and maintain attention to detail and quality control.
Ability to collaborate and maintain composure, confidence, and respect when engaging with leadership, upper-level management, and diverse customer groups.
Knowledge of federal regulatory requirements, municipal codes, ordinances, policies, and affordable housing industry standards.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including public presentations and process facilitation, and the ability to translate complex issues into clear, concise reports.
Skill in managing large, complex development projects, including selecting evaluation methods, coordinating tasks through completion, and navigating politically sensitive or controversial issues.
Skill in negotiation, consensus building, and interpersonal relationships to navigate formal and informal organizational channels.
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or a relevant field, or eight years of related experience in place of the education requirement only.
Four years of progressively responsible experience in federal or local government, a human services organization, nonprofit organization, or public agency, or equivalent experience, including at least one year of education and/or experience with contracts, grants, and compliance.
Valid driver’s license, which must be maintained.
Must successfully pass a background check before the first day of work and maintain acceptable screening.
Ability to communicate effectively by telephone and in person; review, evaluate, and prepare written documents; operate computers and other office equipment; and work in an office setting.
Ability to work under stress from deadlines and public contact.
Must be present within the State of Colorado and able to work in person under the City’s Hybrid Work Policy.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience in affordable housing, public housing, compliance monitoring, and grant compliance.
Knowledge and experience with HOME, CDBG, or other HUD Community Planning and Development programs, principles, administrative requirements, and reporting requirements.
Skill and experience in data analysis, collection, and tracking.

Responsibilities

Provide regulatory analysis, technical assistance, and coaching to subrecipient project managers using federal grants, including guidance on program design, subsidy layering, scope development, operations, project development, and compliance issues.
Interpret federal regulations, funding requirements, and related guidance; develop policies, procedures, training, and technical assistance for subrecipients, regional partners, property managers, and Consortium staff.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local requirements and financing provisions for city-assisted affordable housing and community development projects and programs.
Manage and monitor affordable housing and community development projects to verify compliance; review documentation and performance data, track deadlines and deliverables, identify risks and concerns, determine solutions, and coordinate corrective action.
Conduct pre-award risk assessments and financial analyses, including HOME Maximum Subsidy Calculations, gap analyses, underwriting, subsidy layering reviews, cost allocation, and assessments of developer capacity.
Analyze potential compliance issues and recommend policies and procedures that meet applicable rules and incorporate feedback from subrecipients and partners.
Manage multiple federally and locally assisted affordable housing and community development projects, programs, and processes; maintain communication with fund recipients and monitor projects through completion and long-term rental compliance.
Conduct annual subrecipient monitoring, including reviews of audited financial statements and Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports, risk assessments, performance reviews, progress tracking, and follow-up on operational concerns.
Verify Single Audit compliance and issue management decisions addressing audit findings tied to federal awards.
Oversee, train, provide technical assistance to, and monitor HOME Consortium members and their HOME-funded projects and programs.
Coordinate with Code Compliance, Community Mediation, and the Eviction Prevention Program to address resident and community complaints.
Coordinate with the Housing Compliance Manager and City Attorney’s Office on complex or highly sensitive requests and inquiries.
Conduct high-level environmental reviews for HUD-funded projects; determine the appropriate review level, evaluate environmental factors and authorities, consult applicable agencies and parties, publish public notices, manage public engagement, and submit requests to HUD for release of funds and certification when required.
Serve as the NEPA Environmental Review Coordinator and liaison to HUD’s Community Planning and Development Office, housing authorities, the Colorado Division of Housing, and the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority; coordinate completion of environmental reviews within the City of Boulder.
Lead and manage inspections for new affordable housing developments through direct inspections or oversight of contractor quality-control, health, and safety inspections; coordinate with contractors, developers, and city staff, review reports, resolve deficiencies, and verify habitability and safety compliance.