Floating Certification Specialist (Multifamily)

Description

• Provide timely response to Community Director, Portfolio Manager, Compliance Specialist and Compliance Director.
• Responsible for conducting applicant/resident certification interviews, gathering all eligibility documents including verifications and completing and submitting the files to the third-party auditor with a high level of accuracy for quick approval.
• Responsible for meeting all training requirements for the position (Grace Hill, Safety Meetings, etc.).
• Perform any and all functions as directed by the supervisor, including special project assistance.
• Assist during the initial qualifying process of NEW construction lease-up properties, Re-syndications and/or acquisition/rehab of existing properties, as assigned.
• Promote a professional image by adhering to FPI Management's Dress Code Policy.
• Timely update of assigned internal tracking systems.
• Consistently and fairly enforce community rules and regulations, FPI Standard Operating Procedures.
• Keep immediate supervisor informed of work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Comply with all Fair Housing Laws and FPI policies and procedures.
• Assist with the property program compliance requirements including timely annual certification process and agency reports and responses, as assigned.
• Timely processing of certification files.
• Maintain positive, professional and effective communication with onsite staff, Portfolio Managers and Compliance team members.

Requirements

• Conduct displayed must be of a professional manner when communicating with employees, residents,
• Overnight and air travel may be required.
• Affordable Housing/Tax Credit certification, preferred (C3P, HCCP, HCP-E, COS, TCS, CPO, FHC, NAHP, NAHPe, SCHM, etc.).
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience with affordable housing programs and layering, and regulatory compliance in one or more programs such as: LIHTC, HUD programs (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA), USDA-Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds. Must also have experience with rent, income and utility allowance adjustments and updates.
• Must be flexible to adjust priorities and assigned properties.
• High School diploma or equivalency certificate required. College degree in a relatable field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in the field of property management.
• Valid Driver's License, a good driving record, current motor vehicle insurance which meets State requirements, and an operable vehicle that meets FPI’s Driving Standards and Personal Vehicle Use policy.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, Google Apps, property management-related software, email, internet).

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance