Affordable Housing Programs Specialist - Boston, United States - First Realty Management

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    Job Description

    The Affordable Housing Programs Specialist is a leader in the front-line implementation of and compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulatory requirements, agency procedures, and IRS rules and regulations at all First Realty properties.

    Job Functions:

    As a member of our Compliance group, you'll be responsible for leading and supporting site teams with processing certifications and recertifications per HUD and IRS guidelines.

    • Completes Annual, Interim, and Initial certifications
    • Lead personnel on lease-ups at affordable properties
    • Assist site staff when preparing for agency reviews
    • Evaluate site compliance with company policies and procedures, legal requirements, and regulatory issues by participating in the First Realty Management Audit Team.
    • Performs annual and spot file audits.
    • Routine audit of site compliance with EIV, VAWA, 504 Reasonable Accommodation, and TRACS procedures.
    • Processing and interpretation of new information regarding rules and regulations, and communicating this information to Site Managers and senior staff.
    • Perform research to obtain the most current regulatory information.
    • Prepares, updates, and maintains reports on agency requirements, regulatory programs, and initiatives as directed.
    • Serves as a company-wide informational and research resource in the implementation of state law, and federal, state, and local regulatory programs.

    Works with Compliance Director on educating front-line staff on regulatory programs and company policies and procedures by:

    • Assisting in the development of in-house training programs.
    • Ensuring mandatory reporting to regulatory agencies is completed timely and accurately.
    • Researching and coordinating outside industry training programs
    • Completing and keeping current with the First Realty Management Operations Manual.

    Other Job Functions:

    • Special projects as assigned.
    • Local travel to our communities within Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire and the Providence area as needed.
    • Train staff members on recertification programs.
    • Assist when sites are short-staffed.

    Requirements

    • Detailed knowledge of current federal, state, and local rules and regulations of assisted housing, specifically in the New England area.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with many people as well as give group presentations.
    • Excellent writing skills with the ability to create well-written documents, memos, proposals, and reports.
    • Excellent computer skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office products.
    • Working knowledge of RealPage software products (OneSite).
    • Ability to effectively search the internet and other resources to obtain the most current regulatory information.

    Level of Education/Training/License:

    • Bachelor's degree in business preferred.
    • C3P, SHCM, FHC, ARM, CPO, and NAHP certifications are preferred.

    Experience:

    • Five plus years experience in assisted multi-family rental housing utilizing knowledge of federal, state, and local housing regulations.
    • Detailed knowledge of various subsidy programs such as Section 8 and LIHTC.

    Benefits

    • Sign-on Bonus.
    • Paid Vacation, Holidays, PTO/Personal leave.
    • 401(k) plan.
    • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
    • Life Insurance, Short-& Long-Term Disability.
    • Flex spending accounts & Transportation expense accounts.
    • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

    An EOE/ Veterans/Disabled Employer:
    If you need an accommodation to apply due to a disability or protected veteran status, please contact HR at , ext. 3772.