Compliance Specialist, Business

Job Summary

The Compliance Specialist ensures that the regulatory and compliance requirements are met for each property and reports to the Associate Director of Compliance. The position requires a person with knowledge of local, state, and federal affordable housing requirements. The Compliance Specialist performs on-site file reviews/audits, assists on lease ups, and provides periodic training to property management staff. S/he must thrive in a stressful and active team environment.

A private non-profit founded in 1977, Chinatown Community Development Center believes in a comprehensive vision of community. We own and/or manage approximately 30 affordable housing buildings serving over 3,800 low-income seniors, single adults, formerly homeless adults, and families of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds in San Francisco’s Chinatown, Tenderloin, Western Addition, and Polk Gulch neighborhoods. We also build housing, develop grassroots leadership, and engage low-income residents and youth.

Our employees are passionate about the mission; thrive in a family organizational culture; and embody values of empowerment, teamwork, and compassion. Chinatown CDC serves a diverse population and is committed to hiring practices that provide culturally competent services. We encourage people of color to apply.

Status
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Full-time, Non-Exempt, Regular

Location: Chinatown neighborhood, San Francisco

Hours
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Monday through

Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Salary: $36.31 - $38.22 per hour;
Comprehensive Benefits

• Schedule and coordinate on-going file reviews and inspect files for accuracy and compliance with income limit, rent limit, utility allowances based on regulatory requirements, partnership agreements and other program requirements
• Keep current on all updates and changes in regulatory agencies e.g. TCAC, HUD, MOHCD, HCD, etc. Distribute this information to property management staff both on-site and in the main office
• Provide periodic one-on-one and/or group trainings to property management staff
• Maintain ongoing communication with Associate Director of Compliance, Property Supervisors, Property Managers, and Asset Managers regarding compliance issues

• Schedule and coordinate on-going file reviews and ensure files are accurate and comply with income limit, rent limit, utility allowances based on regulatory requirements, partnership agreements, other program requirements, and resident selection criteria
• Keep current on all updates and changes in regulatory agencies e.g. TCAC, HUD, MOHCD, HCD, etc. Distribute this information to property management staff both on-site and in the main office
• Update forms/documents/resident selection criteria at the property management portal for the division’s portfolio
• Assist Associate Director of Compliance and others in preparing reports and correspondence for funders, investors and regulatory agencies
• Maintain ongoing communication with Associate Director of Compliance, Property Supervisors, Property Managers, and Asset Managers regarding compliance issues
• Coordinate with Associate Director of Compliance to ensure that all first year tenant files are in compliance
• Follow Chinatown CDC’s file review standards and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory agreement for each property
• Verify resident's requests for Reasonable Accommodations with Care Providers and draft a response letter for the 504 Coordinator to sign
• Work with Property Management staff and others to prepare for and respond to site inspections and audits
• Provide Associate Director of Compliance with overall reporting on the compliance status of entire portfolio
• Participate in Lease-Ups and/or marketing at new and existing properties
• Assist Associate Director of Compliance in developing and organizing corrective action plans based on internal or external audit findings
• Attend HUD industry meetings and other compliance workshops as required
• Bring non-compliance issues to the attention of the Associate Director of Compliance for corrective action

• Contribute to a safe and pleasure work environment
• Follow policies and procedures, including safe work practices
• Other duties as…