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Monroe Group Ltd.

Regional Compliance Specialist

Monroe Group Ltd., Monroe, Michigan, United States, 48162

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Job Summary The Regional Compliance Specialist is responsible for all aspects of Project-Based Section 8, Low Income Housing Tax Credit, HOME, and Bond compliance for Monroe Group’s growing portfolio. The position evaluates and monitors all properties within the portfolio to ensure compliance with applicable affordable housing programs, keeps current on all changes to affordable housing regulations, and assists in the distribution and training of this information to Property Management staff on a national basis. The role reports to the Director of Compliance and is based in the Denver Corporate office. This role will oversee properties in SC, MN, AL, TN, and GA; the ideal candidate will reside in one of these states.

Essential Functions

Evaluate agency requirements and implement compliance procedures for development for all properties

Keep current on all updates and changes in affordable housing programs and requirements; monitor state agencies and provide updates to the Compliance Manager

Assure that Property Management staff receives clear and concise written notification and interpretations of program changes

Respond to compliance-related questions from Property Operations personnel

Ensure all properties employ correct leasing forms and procedures (including tenant screening) and comply with applicable leasing laws

Coordinate all file reviews and audits to ensure compliance with regulatory agreements for each property

Ensure that all tax credit project first‑year tenant files are 100% in compliance

Ensure that all tax credit tenant files are 100% compliant

Ensure that all tax‑exempt bond project tenant files are 100% in compliance

Ensure that HUD project‑based Section 8 tenant files are 100% in compliance

Ensure that all HOME project files are 100% in compliance

Coordinate documentation and attendance for Management Reviews with Community Manager, Regional PMs, and State Compliance Agency prior to on‑site reviews

Remain in close contact with Regional PMs regarding compliance issues at specific properties, review issues with RPMs, and establish deadlines for properties to come into compliance

Report all non‑compliant properties and work with the Director of Compliance to develop action plans

Act as primary contact with local HUD and State Compliance Agencies; contact new HUD and State Agencies when new properties enter the portfolio

Monitor, review, and approve all responses for MOR, LIHTC, HOME, Bond, and all other agency audit responses as required in a complete and consistent manner

Ensure timely response delivery by stipulated deadlines

Complete annual/quarterly/monthly compliance reporting as required

Assure that all first‑year files from each property have been copied and filed in a central location

In partnership with the RPM and Director of Compliance, provide orientation and training to new property managers

Assess and make recommendations to the Director of Compliance regarding compliance procedures and training needs for Property Managers in accordance with company policies and guidelines

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Strong knowledge of LIHTC regulations and Project-Based Section 8/Tax Credit residential properties; acquisition rehabilitation experience is a plus; multi‑state experience is a plus

3‑5 years of experience in property management (subsidy, tax credit, elderly, conventional, etc.)

Must be able to travel to properties across the U.S.; estimated travel up to two weeks per month in the first year and as needed thereafter

Must be able to travel to acquisition rehabs one week a month or more, depending on level of support needed, for properties initially LRITC certifying existing tenants

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational excellence, and team orientation

Strong project management skills

Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity

Must be able to meet assigned deadlines

On‑site Property Management experience

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience

At least 3 years of Property Management experience in a Corporate compliance role

Must have working knowledge of affordable housing programs

Preferred Qualifications

At least 5 years of Affordable Property Management experience in a regional compliance role

HCCP, COS, TCS, C3P or similar designations a plus

OneSite‑RealPage experience a plus

Physical Demands

Employee must be able to lift at least 5 lbs. and up to 20 lbs.

Employee will frequently utilize hands and fingers

Employee will frequently be required to sit and occasionally stand or walk

Employee will be required to bend, twist, stoop and/or kneel

Employee must be able to walk each property in its entirety

Work Environment

The employee will be exposed to an indoor office and outdoor environment; the noise level typically varies

Salary: $75,000 – $80,000

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Finance and Sales

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