Affordable Housing Specialist - SM Collection - 501 Broadway
About The Position
This role works with multiple clients and communities to coordinate strict compliance with state and local rules and regulations related to Affordable Housing. The position is based at a 340-unit lease-up property. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., subject to change based on business needs. The specialist monitors and supports Affordable Housing Program compliance, reporting, applicant and resident documentation, waitlists, eligibility, income and rent calculations, and property file audits. The role works closely with Community Managers, Assistant Community Managers, third-party compliance partners, clients, HUD, Public Housing Agencies, state housing finance agencies, and other regulatory agencies.
Requirements
- Three to five years of related experience.
- Prior experience as a Tax Credit Specialist, Certified Occupancy Specialist, or Housing Credit Certified Professional.
- Ability to review income and asset documentation, including pay stubs, bank statements, tax returns, and employment verifications.
- Understanding of household income calculations, eligibility requirements, rent limits, and Tenant Income Certifications (TICs), where applicable.
- Knowledge of Fair Housing requirements, applicant screening, and consistent qualification practices.
- Proficiency with Yardi, OneSite/RealPage, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and document management systems.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Review, monitor, and ensure property compliance with Affordable Housing Program reporting and regulations.
- Work with Community Managers and Assistant Community Managers to prepare and distribute compliance reports to local governmental agencies.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to help properties meet compliance requirements.
- Monitor and maintain property waitlists with site staff in accordance with program and fair housing rules.
- Prepare and manage applicant and resident correspondence and documentation, and identify and resolve eligibility discrepancies.
- Conduct property file audits and review procedures related to local and state housing programs.
- Identify audit findings, correct non-compliance, and communicate findings and resolutions to clients and Community Managers.
- Monitor income limits and utility allowances with third-party compliance partners.
- Assist Community Managers with income and asset verifications, rent calculations, and household certifications.
- Monitor changes in regulatory and reporting provisions from local agencies, including TCAC and HUD, and share relevant information with Community Managers.
- Coordinate with HUD, Public Housing Agencies, state housing finance agencies, and other regulatory agencies.
Benefits
- 20% housing discount, subject to discount and unit availability.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits; basic employee-only medical coverage is available at no cost.
- Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays for new hires; birthday off after one year of service and additional vacation accrual with tenure.
- Six-week paid sabbatical after 10 years of service and every five years thereafter.
- 401(k) with company match up to 6% of pay after six months of service.
- Paid parental leave.
- Lifetime fertility benefit reimbursement up to $10,000, including adoption or surrogacy.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and legal plans.
- Charitable giving program and benefits.
- May be eligible for weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
