Compliance Specialist - Affordable Housing Compliance

At Fairfield, we are proud to be a leader in the multifamily housing industry. We are passionate about creating exceptional and luxurious apartment living. Among the most experienced multifamily companies, Fairfield has developed and acquired over 1000 communities since 1985.  We are an award-winning company that proudly employs over 1,400 associates who are dedicated to serving our customers at our apartment communities located in over 30 markets nationwide.

We have a great opportunity for you to work side by side with our passionate, bright and highly experienced professionals in the Multifamily Housing industry.

Education/Certificates:

• LIHTC and/or HUD Designation(s)

Experience:

• Affordable Housing experience Required

• Property Management experience preferred

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Understanding of LIHTC and HUD Compliance

• Detail oriented

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

• Communicate effectively and possess strong business writing skills

• Effective organization and time management skills

• Capable of multitasking

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

Essential Duties:

• Handle inbound and outbound calls and written correspondence to/from the Processing Center.

• Process files for move-in or recertification.

• Complete outstanding corrections as a result of file audits or reviews.

• Comply with the recertification schedule for assigned properties.

• Ensure that recertification correspondence is sent to residents 120, 90, 60-days prior to the certification date.

• Process all certification documents including 3rd party verifications and appropriate state and federal forms.

• Follow up with applicant / resident for any documentation needed to maintain file completeness.

• Complete final evaluation and analysis of completed certification package and prepare file for approval.

• Scanning and uploading file documents.

• Completes company required training by established deadline.

• Complies with all Fairfield standards, applicable health and safety rules and regulations, as well as applicable local, state and federal laws.

• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.  

Why consider us?

• Competitive Salary and Benefits Package.

• Careers are made at Fairfield- We are committed to developing our staff through our robust in-person, online and social training.  Promotions from within are encouraged.

• Environmentally Aware- Fairfield leads the industry through our Living Green Program and our LEED Certified communities.

• Award Winning- Fairfield is recognized for our customer service, training and professionalism.

• Cutting Edge Technology- Fairfield utilizes innovative property leasing and accounting software that maximizes productivity.

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Estimated Rate of Pay:

$50,000.00 - $67,000.00

This position is exempt; the range above reflects annual salary.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements: 

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional) 
• Matched 401(k) 
• Medical, dental & vision insurance 
• Flexible spending account 
• Life insurance 

* Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.  

Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with others, including supervisors; adhere to performance standards despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations. Pursuant to the Los Angeles and San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinances, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.