Certification Specialist (Multifamily)

Asset Living•Camden, NJ

30d•$20 - $25

About The Position

The Certification Specialist will be a support to site staff and at times cover for vacant positions and/or absent site employees while fulfilling compliance duties. The Certification Specialist will be responsible for assisting with certifications, audit preparation or corrections as assigned by the Regional Portfolio Manager or Community Director (if applicable) and provide support to the site staff.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience with affordable housing programs and layering, and regulatory compliance in one or more programs such as: LIHTC, HUD programs (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA), USDA-Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds. Must also have experience with rent, income and utility allowance adjustments and updates.
High School diploma or equivalency certificate required.
Valid Driver's License, a good driving record, current motor vehicle insurance which meets State requirements, and an operable vehicle that meets FPI’s Driving Standards and Personal Vehicle Use policy.
Strong computer skills (MS Office, Google Apps, property management-related software, email, internet).

Nice To Haves

College degree in a relatable field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in the field of property management.
Affordable Housing/Tax Credit certification, preferred (C3P, HCCP, HCP-E, COS, TCS, CPO, FHC, NAHP, NAHPe, SCHM, etc.).

Responsibilities

Assist with the property program compliance requirements including timely annual certification process and agency reports and responses, as assigned.
Responsible for conducting applicant/resident certification interviews, gathering all eligibility documents including verifications and completing and submitting the files to the third-party auditor with a high level of accuracy for quick approval.
Timely processing of certification files.
Maintain positive, professional and effective communication with onsite staff, Portfolio Managers and Compliance team members.
Keep immediate supervisor informed of work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
Timely update of assigned internal tracking systems.
Provide timely response to Community Director, Portfolio Manager, Compliance Specialist and Compliance Director.
Assist during the initial qualifying process of NEW construction lease-up properties, Re-syndications and/or acquisition/rehab of existing properties, as assigned.
Overnight and air travel may be required.
Must be flexible to adjust priorities and assigned properties.
Consistently and fairly enforce community rules and regulations, FPI Standard Operating Procedures.
Comply with all Fair Housing Laws and FPI policies and procedures.
Promote a professional image by adhering to FPI Management's Dress Code Policy.
Conduct displayed must be of a professional manner when communicating with employees, residents,
prospective residents, clients, vendors, and guests while representing FPI Management.
Responsible for meeting all training requirements for the position (Grace Hill, Safety Meetings, etc.).
Perform any and all functions as directed by the supervisor, including special project assistance.