Description
Join our team as an Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist, ensuring compliance across programs like LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, HOME, and Rural Development. You'll work with property teams and agencies to uphold regulations, conduct audits, and support housing accessibility. Ideal candidates have strong knowledge of affordable housing laws, income eligibility, and fair housing compliance. Apply today and help us provide quality, sustainable housing!
It is preferred that this candidate live within reasonable driving distance of the corporate office in Oshkosh, WI. Remote/hybrid arrangements can be considered.
Why Join ACC?
At ACC, we believe in rewarding our team with more than just a paycheck—we offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and work-life balance:
- Competitive pay with bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical HRA plans (company sponsored), and voluntary dental, & vision coverage for employees working 30+ hours per week.
- Short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance options (available for employees working 30+ hours per week).
- Company-paid $25,000 life insurance policy when enrolled in STD and LTD (available for employees working 30+hours per week)!
- Full and part-time employees are eligible for the 401(k) after 6 months of employment with company match—ACC contributes 25% of the first 5% of eligible compensation, with full vesting after 3 years of employment.
- Paid time off, provided up front, to recharge and reset.
- 10 paid holidays, that include a floating holiday and a birthday holiday.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees—available to both full-time and part-time team members, no enrollment required!
Essential Duties
- Adhere to ACC Management Group guidelines and policies, federal and state qualification guidelines, resident selection criteria process, as well as all applicable government compliance programs. Receive and review files related to Section 42, Section 8, Rural Development and other state and federal affordable housing programs for accuracy and ensure all verifications are completed.
- Approximate Portfolio size: 1500-1800 units Turnaround times:
- 24 hours on initial certifications, and recertifications due within 30 days • 48 hours on all other files
- Onboard and train new Community Managers according to ACC Management Group policies and procedures.
- Work closely with Community Managers to ensure project and file compliance.
- Use company software to assist site staff for accurate completion of tasks.
- Ensure proper document labeling, uploading, organization and completion of documents/files being stored in SharePoint.
- Complete annual, quarterly, and monthly reporting to state agencies including HOME, IHDA, WHEDA, AHP. Respond to all investor requests for first year files which includes uploading files, working with site staff on any corrections needed. Will work with Compliance Manager to send completed response summary along with all necessary documents being requested.
- Complete annual utility allowance updates and document on tracking system in SharePoint.
- Monitor and track UVR/NAUR for tax credit properties. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 2 years of affordable housing program knowledge (Tax Credit and HUD).
- COS and HCCP certifications are a plus.
- Proficiency with computer software applications including Onesite, word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software (MS outlook, word and excel).
- Maintain valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
- Flexibility with working hours during heavy certification and deadline period.
- Work as a team to maintain compliance department coverage during ACC business hours.
- Ability to prioritize and possess efficient time management skills and work independently.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Goal-oriented and team player.
- Exhibits a high degree of professionalism and respect through appearance and interactions with others. Ability to lift to but not limited to 25 pounds unassisted and as needed.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers & fax machines, filing cabinets/etc.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to physically stand, walk, bend, climb, and use full hand range of motion and finger dexterity to touch and feel. Must be able to reach with hands and arms and lift up to 25 pounds unassisted and as needed.
Travel
Travel may be expected on occasion to various property locations and training events. Must also be able to travel to all Corporate functions that are arranged as needed.
ACC Management Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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