Business Coordinator, Business Administration

About Us

SC Housing is a forward-thinking organization that is committed to changing lives by creating safe, decent, and affordable housing opportunities that fulfill dreams and inspire hope in our citizens. We are transforming the housing industry in our state through cutting-edge programs and competitive financial products that make home ownership affordable and quality rental housing possible for many. Our staff energizes the work that we do and helps find solutions that make a difference in the lives of others.

We are seeking change agents who want to use their talents to develop meaningful housing solutions that help individuals and communities to flourish. Our work culture supports creativity, innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving at all levels. If you are seeking to be a part of a progressive organization that will allow you to connect your passion for improving the lives of others to purpose, we invite you to join our team of energetic housing champions.

The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (Authority) serves as the Project
- Based Section 8 Contract Administrator on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under a Performance-Based Annual Contributions Contract. The Authority contracts with over 250 properties to provide rental assistance subsidy to over 17,000 extremely-low and very-low income families throughout the State of South Carolina. The Authority's responsibilities include ensuring that owners and their properties comply with the terms of a Housing Assistance Payments Contract and associated HUD regulatory guidance.

This position provides the opportunity to learn about and/or apply an extensive knowledge and understanding of the regulatory requirements associated with the administration of HUDs Project-Based Rental Assistance program and the associated compliance requirements. There will also be opportunities to learn other duties and responsibilities associated with the Authority's contractual responsibilities under the Performance-Based Annual Contributions Contract.

• Coordinates and conducts on-site Management and Occupancy Reviews of properties in the Authority's Project-Based Rental assistance portfolio to ensure owners/agents comply with applicable HUD regulations and policy guidance.
• Performs and/or follows-up on physical inspections to determine that owners/agents have remediated exigent health and safety issues.
• Enters required review data into HUD and other applicable database software.
• Completes, finalizes and provides associated MOR results to property owners/agents for appropriate action.
• Conducts follow-up activities to ensure all identified deficiencies are corrected properly and within established timelines.
• Assists with regulatory research and development of review procedures to ensure an effective and efficient review program.
• Works with program management to develop or revise processes to resolve concerns identified during Quality Control reviews or external audits.
• Develops and provides training and technical assistance to staff, owners/agents and other industry partners related to all aspects of the Management and Occupancy Review requirements and processes.
• Assists in addressing and resolving tenant issues/complaints.

A high school diploma and three (3) years of full time experience in housing subsidy programs, property management, housing finance or other related housing fields.
* Candidates must specifically meet the Agency Minimum Requirements or an equivalent combination of education and experience to be considered for this position.

Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and process time sensitive materials in a fast-paced environment. Must interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to regulatory requirements and contractual obligations. Can exercise judgment and discretion to make sound decisions supported by facts. Possess strong technical skills, with proficiency in all Microsoft Office products. Ability to perform complex tasks in Microsoft Access and Excel, such as report design/generation, spreadsheet design/layout and calculations/formulas, and experience accurately keying data into existing databases.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, coworkers, external partners, and customers with a wide range of program related experience. Possess…