Compliance Specialist

The Schochet Companies•Worcester, MA

23d•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Schochet is currently seeking a Compliance Specialist at Plumley Village in Worcester, MA. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with HUD and Federal Management standards for tenant files and recertifications. The specialist will manage resident recertifications, collect and verify necessary documentation, perform file audits, and maintain accurate computer records. The position requires a strong understanding of HUD processes and bilingual proficiency in Spanish.

Requirements

Prior Section 8 compliance experience.
Certified Occupancy Specialist or equivalent is required.
Strong customer service skills.
Attention to detail.
Flexibility.
Team player.
Bilingual in Spanish required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with YARDI a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the completion of annual and interim resident recertifications.
Collect all necessary documents for tenant’s files.
Ensure all necessary documents are in tenant’s files, up-to-date and in the correct order.
Perform file audits as needed.
Organize current files and purge old documentation from files in accordance to rules and procedures.
Verifies income, assets and medical information.
Performs annual reexaminations as well as computing any interim rent changes.
Assists participants to complete and sign all papers related to beginning housing assistance, interims, and annual recertifications, explaining in terms they understand to ensure compliance with program rules.
Establishes, maintains, and updates various logs and books related to the orderly maintenance of records.
Ensures all computer records of all tenants are accurate and current.
Promptly and accurately maintains all file documentation.
EIV and Secure Connection (TRACS) User for property.
Must be fully knowledgeable and understand process of what is expected by HUD.
Performs other related essential duties and tasks as assigned.