Certification Specialist; Multifamily

Certification Specialist

The Certification Specialist will be a support to site staff and at times cover vacant positions and/or absent site employees while fulfilling compliance duties.

• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience with affordable housing programs and layering, and regulatory compliance in one or more programs such as: LIHTC, HUD programs (Project Based Section 8, Section 236, PRAC, 811 PRA), USDA-Rural Development (515), HCD, HOME Funds and Bonds. Must also have experience with rent, income and utility allowance adjustments and updates.
• High School diploma or equivalency certificate required. College degree in a relatable field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in the field of property management.
• Affordable Housing/Tax Credit certification, preferred (C3P, HCCP, HCP‑E, COS, TCS, CPO, FHC, NAHP, NAHPe, SCHM, etc.).
• Valid Driver's License, good driving record, current motor vehicle insurance which meets State requirements, and an operable vehicle that meets Driving Standards and Personal Vehicle Use policy.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, Google Apps, property management‑related software, email, internet).

• Assist with the property program compliance requirements including timely annual certification process and agency reports and responses, as assigned.
• Responsible for conducting applicant/resident certification interviews, gathering all eligibility documents including verifications and completing and submitting the files to the third‑party auditor with a high level of accuracy for quick approval.
• Timely processing of certification files.
• Maintain positive, professional and effective communication with onsite staff, Regional Managers and Compliance team members.
• Keep immediate supervisor informed of work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Timely update of assigned internal tracking systems.
• Provide timely response to Community Manager, Regional Manager, Compliance Specialist and Compliance Director.
• Assist during the initial qualifying process of new construction lease‑up properties, re‑syndications and/or acquisition/rehab of existing properties, as assigned.
• Overnight and air travel may be required.
• Must be flexible to adjust priorities and assigned properties.
• Consistently and fairly enforce community rules and regulations, Standard Operating Procedures.
• Comply with all Fair Housing Laws and company policies and procedures.
• Promote a professional image by adhering to Management's Dress Code Policy.
• Conduct with a professional manner when communicating with employees, residents, prospective residents, clients, vendors, and guests while representing Asset Living.
• Responsible for meeting all training requirements for the position (Grace Hill, Safety Meetings, etc.).
• Perform any and all functions as directed by the supervisor, including special project assistance.

If the above job duties can be performed remotely, telecommuting status could change if a reasonable accommodation is requested and approved, or in temporary response to certain local, state or national emergencies where physical work locations are shut‑down in accordance with local, state or federal lockdown/shelter‑in‑place orders.

$22 per hour to $24 per hour

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental, and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, and commission and performance bonuses when applicable. Full‑time employees also receive paid sick days and company holidays.