Compliance Specialist: Section

About the Organization Welcome to HRDC, where you'll find us working to improve our neighbors' lives by building a better community in Bozeman, Livingston and Southwest Montana. We invite you to become part of our HRDC family whether you need help or are able to provide help. We believe in building a better community through supporting our neighbors across Southwest Montana with nearly 50 different programming initiatives.

HRDC exists to instill hope, develop resources, design solutions, and change lives. We envision a place where poverty has no impact because opportunity and quality of life are equally afforded to everyone.

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Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities. All are encouraged to apply. At HRDC IX , we value lived experience and nontraditional backgrounds. Studies have shown that people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.

Open Date 8/17/2026

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Market Place

August 17, 2026

This position is part time - 20 hours per week

$25.00 / Hour

The HRDC IX Compliance Specialist: S8 is an integral part of the Section 8 team and is responsible for supporting the delivery of the Housing Choice Voucher program as a field agent for the Montana Department of Commerce Housing Assistance Bureau. The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program provides rental subsidies for low-income families and individuals and participants are provided the opportunity to choose their own rental home within a community of their choice.

This position works under a complex federal program and provides compliance activities that may also include case management and inspection support.

Work with the program coordinator to ensure the S8 programs meet compliance requirements for local, state, and federal regulations.

• Monitor adherence to funding guidelines, including proper documentation, reporting, and file maintenance.

• Conduct housing inspections

• Participate in regular S8 team meetings to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

• Work with Compliance and Customer Support departments to ensure shared understanding and data tracking.

Monitor customer eligibility for housing programs and ensure all files, documentation, and processes comply with funding regulations

• Ensure eligibility decisions and benefit levels are properly documented and in line with funding requirements.

• Conduct Voucher Issuance Briefings to inform applicants of the process and requirements

• Work with landlords to ensure understanding of their commitment to S8 rules and guidelines

• Customer Support:
  Provide housing counseling with an empathetic lens, ensuring customers understand program requirements and feel supported in successfully meeting the conditions necessary to maintain housing stability. Support customers through the eligibility process with care, ensuring compliance while remaining mindful of individual needs and circumstances.

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