Regional Compliance Specialist (Upstate NY)

WinnCompanies•Rochester, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

WinnCompanies is seeking a Regional Compliance Specialist to support multiple properties throughout the Upstate New York region. The role leads initial, interim, and annual certifications and recertifications for Tax Credit and other affordable housing programs at assigned properties. The portfolio includes properties with single and multilayered affordable housing programs, during both initial lease-ups and stabilized operations. The position follows a Monday-through-Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, with flexibility to work remotely on Fridays depending on portfolio needs. The role requires travel 90% of the time and onsite work. The annual salary range is $72,877.59–$100,353.43; final pay depends on responsibilities and scope, location, relevant experience, and other factors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
5–8 years of relevant property management experience.
At least 5 years of direct Project-Based Section 8 and Low Income Housing Tax Credit compliance experience.
Current vehicle license in good standing and compliance with the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy driving-record standards.
Experience with computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to travel 90% of the time and work onsite.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks.
Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree.
HUD, Project-Based Section 8, LIHTC, or HOME experience.
SHCM certification.
Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) certification.
Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) certification.
Experience with RealPage or OneSite property management software.

Responsibilities

Process initial, interim, and annual recertifications.
Notify residents of impending recertifications using notices supplied by the property management software.
Conduct recertification interviews with residents.
Review recertifications to ensure all checklist items are complete.
Send recertification verification forms to relevant agencies, banks, employers, and other organizations.
Complete recertification worksheets needed to prepare vouchers, including Form 50059, for the local HUD office, state agency, or local housing authority; ensure residents sign recertifications at HUD sites.
Ensure EIV reports are run and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
Complete worksheets for annual Tax Credit reports (Tenant Income Certification, or TIC) for the state compliance agency, and obtain residents’ signatures on applicable paperwork.
Ensure information is accurate and entered in the Property Management Software.
Follow company policies for the proper treatment of Tax Credit and resident files.
Ensure files comply with the regulations of funding and regulatory agencies, including HOME and HIF.
Serve as a point of contact for third-party file reviewers.
Protect residents’ personal and private information and maintain records in accordance with local, state, and federal law.
Lead file review and preparation for MOR, Tax Credit, regulatory agency, and auditor inspections, as needed.
Perform special assignments as necessary.