Regional Compliance Specialist

FITCH IRICK MANAGEMENT LLC•, NC

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Compliance Specialist ensures ongoing compliance with applicable federal, state, and local housing program requirements—including LIHTC, HUD, and USDA Rural Development regulations—across a portfolio of 2,500–3,500 units. The role oversees file quality, supports site teams, conducts field-based audits and coaching, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate risk and uphold regulatory standards. The position is based in the Raleigh market and requires regional travel for on-site audits, staff training, and file reviews, with remaining work involving remote audits and documentation oversight from the corporate office. The posting describes remote work one day per week, with a reliable internet connection and dedicated home office setup required. The role may require occasional evening or weekend work during peak audit or reporting periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 3 years of experience in affordable housing compliance, including LIHTC, HUD, or RD.
Working knowledge of Yardi or a similar property management system.
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation requirements.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned region.
Reliable internet access and a dedicated home office setup for remote work.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, or a related field.
HCCP, COS, or similar compliance certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct remote and on-site file audits to verify timely and accurate initial certifications, annual recertifications, and interim recertifications.
Review resident files for completeness and compliance with LIHTC, HUD, RD, BOND, HOME, and other applicable funding-layer requirements.
Monitor corrective action plans, non-compliance notices, and audit findings, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
Respond to state agencies and syndicators.
Support site teams during agency, investor, and management audits.
Travel to properties within the assigned portfolio for field visits, audits, and in-person file support.
Coach site staff on eligibility requirements, income calculations, rent limits, and recertification timeliness.
Participate in new-hire onboarding and provide ongoing training on compliance procedures and program requirement updates.
Track and report compliance performance metrics, including late recertifications, audit results, and recurring file deficiencies.
Maintain accurate records of file reviews, findings, and resolutions.
Recommend policy improvements and participate in developing SOPs and compliance checklists.
Serve as a compliance resource to Property Managers, Regional Managers, and other internal teams.
Collaborate with syndicators, monitoring agents, and state housing finance agencies.
Support the Senior Compliance Director with special projects and agency responses as needed.