Senior Compliance Specialist – state of Maryland jobs in New York

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Qualifications

• Minimum 4 + years’ experience as an Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist or Compliance Auditor for Affordable Housing consisting of a diverse portfolio
• LIHTC, HUD Project Based Section 8, Section 8 and other HUD programs, RD, HOME, and RAD experience required
• Layered compliance program experience required with a special concentration in either LIHTC or HUD Project Based Section 8
• Knowledge surrounding EIV reporting requirements
• Knowledge determining household income eligibility in relation to compliance regulations
• Basic accounting skills with understanding of receivables and payables
• Proficient using Microsoft Office 365- Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Proficient using Microsoft Teams or similar internal chat messaging system
• Accurate data entry and proofreading skills
• Minimum High School/GED Equivalent Required
• Current certifications required, minimum HUD and LIHTC such as:
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Assisted Housing Manager (AHM)

Benefits

• Conifer Realty is a professional, service-oriented organization offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with excellent benefits that include ongoing training, promotion from within, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO); 401K with company match; medical, HSA, dependent care Flex account, dental, vision; company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurances; and a wellness program
• The salary for this position is $65,000-$75,000
• The actual compensation may vary depending on a wide range of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, location, etc
• This range does not include additional forms of compensation such as bonuses

Responsibilities

• The Senior Compliance Specialist works with other members of Conifer’s Compliance team along with software technical support and management operations team members to ensure properties within their assigned portfolio are fully compliant with Tax Credit (LIHTC), HUD, Rural Development (RD), and/or other affordable housing program regulations
• Senior Compliance Specialists perform a full range of resident file reviews and reporting following regulatory requirements in combination with exercising independent judgment
• Additionally, they provide direct support to the Director of Compliance and act as mentors to Compliance Specialists
• Timely review of new applicant files and recertification packages for regulatory eligibility
• Conduct regular on-site or electronic compliance inspections/reviews or upon request from management operations
• Provide support and guidance to on-site staff in all aspects of regulatory compliance
• Provide support and guidance to Property Management in all aspects of regulatory compliance
• Provide support to Compliance team members as needed
• Meet assigned deadlines in a timely manner
• Accurately complete assigned compliance tasks and submit timely
• Willingness to obtain industry professional certifications
• Host introduction training calls for on-site staff
• Work with Director of Compliance to develop content and occasionally host company Affordable training
• Work collaboratively and effectively with regulatory housing compliance representatives
• Assist management operations in preparing for agency file reviews and inspections
• Mentor Compliance Specialists one-on-one or within small groups
• Oversee an advanced portfolio including lease ups or at-risk communities
• Second-level reviewer for at-risk files
• Physical attendance at assigned work location during scheduled hours as needed
• Occasional overnight travel as assigned to attend regional meetings, trainings, site audit and/or other conferences
• Travel may be up to 25%
• Other compliance job-related duties and projects as assigned
• Ensure sensitive data is secure and managed appropriately within the department and throughout the company
• Demonstrate high standards of conduct and ethics as well as appropriate judgement, independence, and discretion
• Knowledge correcting various types of Affordable non-compliance and guiding on-site staff on how to do so

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

About Conifer:

Conifer Realty, LLC is a dynamic, vertically integrated organization that creates and manages high-quality affordable and work-force housing. Conifer is devoted to growth, to innovation and being a best -in -class developer.

Visit Conifer’s website to understand our history, mission, and values at link: https://coniferllc.com/

OVERVIEW:

The Senior Compliance Specialist works with other members of Conifer’s Compliance team along with software technical support and management operations team members to ensure properties within their assigned portfolio are fully compliant with Tax Credit (LIHTC), HUD, Rural Development (RD), and/or other affordable housing program regulations. Senior Compliance Specialists perform a full range of resident file reviews and reporting following regulatory requirements in combination with exercising independent judgment. Additionally, they provide direct support to the Director of Compliance and act as mentors to Compliance Specialists.

Responsibilities
• Timely review of new applicant files and recertification packages for regulatory eligibility.
• Conduct regular on-site or electronic compliance inspections/reviews or upon request from management operations.
• Provide support and guidance to on-site staff in all aspects of regulatory compliance.
• Provide support and guidance to Property Management in all aspects of regulatory compliance.
• Provide support to Compliance team members as needed.
• Meet assigned deadlines in a timely manner.
• Accurately complete assigned compliance tasks and submit timely.
• Willingness to obtain industry professional certifications.
• Host introduction training calls for on-site staff.
• Work with Director of Compliance to develop content and occasionally host company Affordable training
• Work collaboratively and effectively with regulatory housing compliance representatives.
• Assist management operations in preparing for agency file reviews and inspections.
• Mentor Compliance Specialists one-on-one or within small groups.
• Oversee an advanced portfolio including lease ups or at-risk communities.
• Second-level reviewer for at-risk files
• Physical attendance at assigned work location during scheduled hours as needed.
• Occasional overnight travel as assigned to attend regional meetings, trainings, site audit and/or other conferences. Travel may be up to 25%.
• Other compliance job-related duties and projects as assigned.
• Ensure sensitive data is secure and managed appropriately within the department and throughout the company.
• Demonstrate high standards of conduct and ethics as well as appropriate judgement, independence, and discretion.

Experience
• Minimum 4 + years’ experience as an Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist or Compliance Auditor for Affordable Housing consisting of a diverse portfolio.
• LIHTC, HUD Project Based Section 8, Section 8 and other HUD programs, RD, HOME, and RAD experience required. Layered compliance program experience required with a special concentration in either LIHTC or HUD Project Based Section 8.
• Knowledge correcting various types of Affordable non-compliance and guiding on-site staff on how to do so.
• Knowledge surrounding EIV reporting requirements
• Knowledge determining household income eligibility in relation to compliance regulations.
• Knowledge using affordable housing compliance software programs for processing state and federal compliance applications preferred or willingness to quickly learn.
• Knowledge using Yardi Voyager affordable housing modules preferred or similar with willingness to quickly learn Yardi.
• Basic accounting skills with understanding of receivables and payables.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office 365- Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Proficient using Microsoft Teams or similar internal chat messaging system.
• Accurate data entry and proofreading skills.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING

Minimum High School/GED Equivalent Required.

College degree preferred.

Current certifications required, minimum HUD and LIHTC such as:

Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Assisted Housing Manager (AHM)

Rural Development 515 (S.T.A.R.) or Rural Housing Specialist (RHS)

Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP)

Specialist in Housing Credit Management (SHCM)

Tax Credit Specialist (TCS)

Blended Occupancy Specialist (BOS)

Fair Housing

Conifer Realty is a professional, service-oriented organization offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with excellent benefits that include ongoing training, promotion from within, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO); 401K with company match; medical, HSA, dependent care Flex account, dental, vision; company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurances; and a wellness program.

The salary for this position is $65,000-$75,000. The actual compensation may vary depending on a wide range of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, location, etc. This range does not include additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

APPLY TODAY via our website link: http://www.careersatconifer.com to complete our application process and attach your resume. You will hear directly from the hiring manager on next steps in the process. Thank you for your interest in joining the Conifer Team!

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Salary Description

$65,000-$75,000