Affordable Housing Specialist - SM Collection - 501 Broadway

Greystar Management Services•Santa Monica, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Affordable Housing Specialist works with multiple clients and communities to coordinate strict compliance with state and local regulatory requirements for Affordable Housing programs. The role reviews, monitors, and supports property compliance, reporting, waitlists, applicant and resident documentation, eligibility determinations, and housing certifications. It partners with Community Managers, Assistant Community Managers, clients, third-party compliance partners, and regulatory agencies, providing guidance and training to help properties meet program requirements. This position is associated with a 340-unit lease-up property in Santa Monica, California. The stated schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and may change based on business needs. The position is eligible for a 20% housing discount, subject to discount and unit availability.

Requirements

3–5 years of related experience.
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 requirements 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 properties to help ensure compliance program success.
Monitor and maintain property waitlists in coordination with site staff, following applicable 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 in coordination with third-party compliance partners.
Assist Community Managers with income and asset verifications, rent calculations, and household certifications.
Review and monitor changes to local agency regulatory and reporting provisions, including those of 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.
Competitive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits.
Low-cost or free basic employee-only medical coverage.
Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays for new hires; additional vacation accrues with tenure.
Birthday off after one year of service.
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.
Potential eligibility for bonus programs, depending on role and performance.