Compliance Specialist-Affordable Housing

Description

• Track application status and provide regular updates to Compliance Leadership, property staff, and regional managers.
• Maintain accurate and organized records in property management and compliance systems.
• Ensure move-in files are complete, accurate, and ready for compliance review and approval prior to lease signing.
• Process and track annual recertifications, ensuring all files are reviewed, verified and approved within 30 days of the annual recertification effective date.
• Process and track move-in applications, ensuring all files are reviewed, verified, and approved within 3–5 business days of submission.
• Collect, verify, and input applicant income, asset, and household information in compliance with program guidelines.
• Provide guidance to site teams on program requirements and compliance processes as needed.
• Contribute to the timely and accurate completion of required annual compliance reports, as assigned.
• Assist in preparing move-in files for investor, state agency, or internal audits.
• Communicate directly with applicants, residents and site teams to request missing or clarifying documentation.
• Collaborate with senior compliance and managers to resolve deficiencies quickly and maintain compliance standards.
• Take on additional projects and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Partner with property management staff to support timely move-ins and occupancy goals.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and customer service skills when working with applicants, residents, and colleagues.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple certifications simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ownership Mindset – proactive, solution-oriented, and accountable for outcomes.
• Prior affordable housing or compliance experience is highly preferred; however, we will train candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Experience with property management or compliance software preferred (e.g., Yardi, Rent Café).
• Work Ethic – reliable, accountable, and committed to results.

Benefits

• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Life Insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program - $2,500 referral bonus paid once referred candidate completes 60 days of employment
• Family Leave - Paid birth & bonding leave
• Free stays in Roers’ properties guest suites
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Rent Discount - 20% discount for employees living in Roers Companies properties
• Health Plans - Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA
• Competitive PTO - 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, your birthday, and bereavement
• 401(K) - 3% company match, 100% vested after 2 years of employment
• Charitable Match Program – Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employer Paid Benefits - Basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability
• Health and Wellness - fitness membership reimbursement program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance