Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Related•New Britain, CT

About The Position

Related Affordable is hiring an Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist to ensure its operations comply with affordable housing program guidelines—including LIHTC, PBS8, PBV, and RAD—regulatory agreements, and company policies and procedures. The role is for a detail-oriented, deadline-driven professional located in Connecticut or Massachusetts. The specialist works autonomously and collaborates with colleagues across the country, reporting to the Director of Regulatory Compliance. The position monitors regulatory changes, reviews and approves tenant qualification and recertification files, performs onsite and remote audits, and coordinates responses and corrections with internal teams and third-party reviewers. It also supports operations teams, monitors compliance records and waitlists, and assists with annual reporting. The anticipated salary range is $75,000–$90,000 per year, plus an annual performance bonus. This is an exempt position. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, location, and responsibilities. The company describes a comprehensive benefits package and is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive culture.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant experience with Project Based Section 8 HUD, LIHTC, and other affordable housing programs.
Knowledge of HUD 4350.3, EIV, reasonable accommodation requests, LIHTC income limits and rent calculations, Fair Housing, and real estate licensing.
COS certification is required.
Ability to travel at least monthly and as needed, potentially up to 30%.
Detail-oriented and accustomed to working on deadline-driven schedules.
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with coworkers located in other areas of the country.
Ability to build trust with community members from different backgrounds, motivations, and concerns to obtain information and solve problems.
A deep sense of community awareness and determination to make improvements.

Nice To Haves

HCCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor and implement changes in HUD and LIHTC regulations and other state and local requirements.
Maintain tenant files and computer records accurately in accordance with HUD and LIHTC regulations.
Independently review and approve move-in and transfer files to confirm applicants meet income and program eligibility criteria.
Review initial qualifying files for accuracy and program compliance, submit them to third-party reviewers, track qualification status, and work with the Director of Compliance to provide accurate reporting on lease-ups and move-ins.
Review completed recertifications for program compliance.
Conduct onsite and remote audits to confirm compliance with program requirements, and follow up through closure.
Monitor waitlists, LAP plans, and EIV master binders for compliance with federal and state regulations.
Review and submit responses to LIHTC file audits and MORs, coordinating corrections with affordable programming and site teams.
Submit and help draft and review timely responses to agency audits, coordinating with Affordable Programming as needed.
Hold weekly office hours to help operations teams with questions, file corrections, and audit corrections.
Stay familiar with current HUD federal regulations affecting affordable housing programs.
Audit the maintenance of tenant files and computer records for accuracy under HUD and LIHTC regulations.
Assist analysts with annual reporting as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel at least once per month and as needed, potentially up to 30%.