City of Charlotte
HNS Compliance Specialist
Department: Housing & Neighborhood Services Department
Location: City of Charlotte, NC
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $65,196.00 - $81,495.00 (Commensurate with experience)
Close Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 AM
Job Overview This role is part of the Housing & Neighborhood Services Department, a team dedicated to creating vibrant, diverse neighborhoods through community engagement, code enforcement, housing services, and youth development. The Compliance Specialist will ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and provide exceptional customer service to colleagues and partners.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Assist in reviewing department contracts before execution.
Assist with training delivery as needed for regulatory compliance.
Assist with reviewing department financial partners’ funding requests.
Review department financial and program audits in accordance with HUD’s Financial Management Regulations for funded contracts.
Ensure contracts with CBI goals meet reporting and compliance requirements.
Assist with monitoring and entering performance measures into the City’s reporting system.
Research and fulfill public records requests.
Process employee travel and P‑card reconciliation.
Assist the Finance team with contract processing in the City’s financial system.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication with diverse audiences.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
Strong organizational, planning, and time‑management abilities.
Ability to analyze financial data and conduct audits.
Ability to interpret federal, state, and local regulations.
Analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Self‑starter who works well in a team‑based environment with limited supervision.
Ability to manage internal and external customers, vendors, and contractors.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in accounting or business administration with an emphasis in finance.
Experience administering federal grants.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus, but not required.
Minimum Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent and five years related work experience, or an associate’s degree and three years related work experience, or a bachelor’s degree and one year related work experience, or a master’s degree; all with knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Conditions of Employment The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks for final internal or external candidates. Information collected may include reference checks, social‑security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, credit history check, sex offender registry, and motor‑vehicle records. Background checks must comply with federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Final candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug‑screening test and physical examination. Additional assessments may be required during the selection process.
EEO Statement The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
How to Apply Apply online. Federal law requires reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Contact:
Email: Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us
Phone: 704.336.4120
Benefits The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. For more information, visit the City’s Benefits page.
Additional Details Seniority Level: Entry level Job Function: Finance and Sales Industry: Government Administration
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Location: City of Charlotte, NC
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $65,196.00 - $81,495.00 (Commensurate with experience)
Close Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 AM
Job Overview This role is part of the Housing & Neighborhood Services Department, a team dedicated to creating vibrant, diverse neighborhoods through community engagement, code enforcement, housing services, and youth development. The Compliance Specialist will ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and provide exceptional customer service to colleagues and partners.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Assist in reviewing department contracts before execution.
Assist with training delivery as needed for regulatory compliance.
Assist with reviewing department financial partners’ funding requests.
Review department financial and program audits in accordance with HUD’s Financial Management Regulations for funded contracts.
Ensure contracts with CBI goals meet reporting and compliance requirements.
Assist with monitoring and entering performance measures into the City’s reporting system.
Research and fulfill public records requests.
Process employee travel and P‑card reconciliation.
Assist the Finance team with contract processing in the City’s financial system.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication with diverse audiences.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
Strong organizational, planning, and time‑management abilities.
Ability to analyze financial data and conduct audits.
Ability to interpret federal, state, and local regulations.
Analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Self‑starter who works well in a team‑based environment with limited supervision.
Ability to manage internal and external customers, vendors, and contractors.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in accounting or business administration with an emphasis in finance.
Experience administering federal grants.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus, but not required.
Minimum Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent and five years related work experience, or an associate’s degree and three years related work experience, or a bachelor’s degree and one year related work experience, or a master’s degree; all with knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Conditions of Employment The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks for final internal or external candidates. Information collected may include reference checks, social‑security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, credit history check, sex offender registry, and motor‑vehicle records. Background checks must comply with federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Final candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug‑screening test and physical examination. Additional assessments may be required during the selection process.
EEO Statement The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
How to Apply Apply online. Federal law requires reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Contact:
Email: Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us
Phone: 704.336.4120
Benefits The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. For more information, visit the City’s Benefits page.
Additional Details Seniority Level: Entry level Job Function: Finance and Sales Industry: Government Administration
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