PBCA Compliance/Occupancy Spec III

Bremerton Housing Authority•Bremerton, WA

1d•$82,053 - $109,712•Remote

About The Position

Responsible for traveling to properties, conducting on-site property reviews, auditing tenant files, reviewing property documents, walking common areas and documenting condition of building and vacant units. Also responsible for preparing and issuing a comprehensive final report after each audit and collaborating closely with management agents to resolve and close any identified findings or deficiencies.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree: Required in Business, Public Administration, Accounting, Communications, or related field.
At least 4 years of experience in affordable housing or public housing programs with demonstrated ability to understand HUD forms and handbooks.
Or At least 5 years managing residential properties with the responsibility of auditing residential records for program compliance.
At least 3 years of experience in working directly (face-to-face) with diverse customers and composing detailed content of professional documents, letters, memos and reports.
Computer Skills: Intermediate user of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
Certifications & Licenses: A Multi-family Housing Occupancy certification or similar certification is required.
Other Requirements: Must possess a valid driver's license, be insurable under BHA's auto insurance policy, and be able to drive several hours a day.
Must participate in regional and overnight travel, including out-of-state, as needed.
The employee provides phone/phone services, and adequate Internet connectivity such as broadband cable internet connection. The employee also provides a designated office space within the employee's home, along with desk, chair, and personal office supplies.

Responsibilities

Conduct physical on-site inspections of multi-family properties to determine compliance in accordance with HUD regulations.
Conduct on-site audits of tenant files, EIV, and review Section 8 HUD vouchers to determine compliance with HUD regulations.
Provide feedback and follow-up to owners and management agents by identifying and resolving problems related to operation of the development, management deficiencies, excessive vacancies, or other areas identified during review or as directed by HUD.
Travel within the state and occasionally out of state as assigned.
Book travel arrangements including airfare, hotel and rental car as needed.
Reconcile credit card statements, submit travel vouchers, and complete contingency fees.
Support team by backing up Compliance/Occupancy Specialists I and II as needed.
Professionally interact with Owners and Management Agents, assisting with questions related to various HUD handbooks, housing notices, guidebooks, etc.
Research property specifications and related HUD regulations.
Prepare or review all required documents for an MOR, including completing required property specific checklists, reviewing required desk reviews, and tenant files.
Prepare cheat sheet to complete MOR reports and prepare for delivery to Owners, Agents, and HUD.
Creating and reviewing quarterly Work Plans to be submitted to HUD.
Reviewing and responding to MOR responses received from Owner/Agents.
Participate in training new hires, internal staff, and owner/agents by developing and presenting materials as needed.
Research and respond to questions from HUD asset managers.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical Insurance-BHA pays 95% for employee only or 90% for family
Vision Insurance-BHA pays 95% for employee only or 90% for family
Dental Insurance – 100% Covered by BHA
Life and AD&D Insurance
Washington State Retirement (PERS)
Washington State Deferred Compensation
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual of 150 hours in first year
Washington State Paid Sick Leave – 1 hour for every thirty hours worked (approx. 69 hours per year)
13 Paid Holidays per year
Longevity Pay
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities