Associate Director of Compliance (Union City)

MidPen Housing•Union City, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect. We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity. MidPen is, once again, proud to be certified as an official Great Place to Work® in 2025. Location: Union City Office Associate Director of Compliance Reporting to the Director of Compliance, the Associate Director of Compliance will oversee regulatory compliance performance for all existing properties in MidPen’s portfolio, including tenant file compliance, agency inspections and audits, waitlist administration, and Section 504. The Associate Director of Compliance must be very well versed in the regulatory requirements including TCAC, HOME, CalHFA, MHSA, HCD programs, HUD, and other local governing authorities and/or programs.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to deal directly with senior management if needed to build consensus, communicate effectively, and contribute to a positive work culture
Demonstrated ability to teach, train and coach a variety of team members and learning processes
Must Demonstrate excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
Computer literacy with MS Office programs, and property management software programs
Industry knowledge of regulatory requirements related to affordable housing, which includes but is not limited to TCAC, HOME, CalHFA, MHSA, HCD programs, HUD, and other local governing authorities
Must possess a valid California Driver’s License, proof of current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
Commitment to the Mission and Values of MidPen Services and MidPen Housing
Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
Frequently sitting
Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds
Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Business Management, Real Estate or related field and five (5) + years of Compliance/Property Management work experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Certification designations required for Tax Credit Specialist, Certified Occupancy Specialist / Certified Professional of Occupancy, Blended Occupancy Certification, and HOME

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of supervisory experience preferred
Other certifications such as NCP and other industry certifications are preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise Compliance Specialists, Waitlist Administrators, and the Section 504 Coordinator, including coaching, performance management, and staff development.
Partner with Compliance leadership to develop and implement policies that support MidPen’s mission and strategy.
Create and maintain communication tools to distribute policies and procedures to Property Management and business partners.
Ensure 100% qualification of move‑in files through in‑house or third‑party review; manage and monitor third‑party compliance vendors.
Oversee systems that ensure site compliance with all regulatory requirements (LIHTC, HUD, Bonds, AHP, HCD, CalHFA, CDBG, HOME, Fair Housing, etc.).
Coordinate agency audits and inspections, including preparation, scheduling, document submissions, and responses to findings.
Lead waiting list management and develop best practices and centralized systems to ensure fair housing and streamlined occupancy.
Implement ongoing compliance training and support tools for Property Management staff.
Serve as subject matter expert, remain current on regulations, maintain industry relationships, and support cross‑department collaboration.
Support continuous improvement efforts, contribute to divisional goals, seek opportunities to assist, and perform additional duties as assigned.