Housing Specialist/lihtc Compliance Specialist - Rocky Point, United States - CGMR Compliance Partners

Description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Housing Specialist/LIHTC Compliance Specialist to join our team. The Tax Credit Compliance Specialist is responsible for maintaining compliance with Low Income Housing Tax Credit regulations.


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts interviews of affordable housing applicants
• Document collection necessary to complete LIHTC files
• Create, maintain, and disseminate weekly tracking sheets
• Participation in weekly conference calls
• CreateTenant Income certifications
• Monitors changes in LIHTC regulations and requirements and implements changes as indicated
• Maintains tenant files in compliance with LIHTC requirements
• Manages waitlists for compliance with LIHTC regulations and requirements
• Participates in tax credit reviews by outside entities
• Performs internal audits of tenant files
• Possess knowledge of the DSS, SSA, HRA entitlements
• Possess strong knowledge of housing subsidy. I.E. NY 1515, NYCHA PB Voucher, HPD/HDC/HCR Tenant based subsidy, ESSHI
• Attain working knowledge of NYCHA processes
• Complete subsidy packages when applicable
• Possess knowledge of Federal Fair Housing Law and Americans with Disabilities Act
• Annual training in these areas is required
• Attends trainings as required successful completion of LIHTC training including a passing score on the exam
• Attendance at weekly supervision meetings and departmental meetings as scheduled
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Individual in this position should possess strong organization skills and a detail oriented approach. Strong computer literacy skills are essential to this position. Must have certification in low income housing tax credits. Knowledge of HUD requirements and accounting experience is a plus. Good verbal and written communication skills are also required. Experience and/or education in working with people with disabilities is a plus.


Positions Supervised:
None

Join our team as a Housing Specialist/LIHTC Compliance Specialist and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in need of stable housing.

Job Types:
Full-time, Contract


Pay:
$65,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location:
In person