Senior Compliance Specialist-(Remote)

Description

About Conifer:

Conifer Realty, LLC is a dynamic, vertically integrated organization that creates and manages high-quality affordable and work-force housing. Conifer is devoted to growth, to innovation and being a best -in -class developer.

Conifer has a 45-year investment and development history with over 15,000 units owned and managed today. Along with its affiliate, Conifer is one of the Top 20 owners in the nation. We currently have an East Coast portfolio and are looking to rapidly expand. At the heart of Conifer is an experienced team of more than 500 highly skilled and passionate professionals. The team’s demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit has secured our leadership role in the affordable housing industry.

Visit Conifer's website to understand our history, mission, and values at link: https://coniferllc.com/

 Conifer’s many great offerings include:

• Competitive Pay
• 15 Paid Time Off days, PLUS 13 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Elective benefits included: Medical + HSA with Company contribution, Dental, & Vision
• Company paid Life, Short- & Long-Term Insurances
• Ongoing training and career growth opportunities as Conifer grows & expands their footprint
• Extraordinarily positive culture & environment
• Robust employee referral payment program

Overview: 

The Senior Compliance Specialist works with other members of Conifer’s Compliance team along with software technical support and management operations team members to ensure properties within their assigned portfolio are fully compliant with Tax Credit (LIHTC), HUD, Rural Development (RD), and/or other affordable housing program regulations. Compliance Specialists perform a full range of resident file reviews, remote and on-site file audit and reporting following regulatory requirements in combination with exercising independent judgment 

Job Description:

• Timely review of new applicant files and recertification packages for regulatory eligibility. 
• Conduct regular on-site or electronic compliance inspections/reviews or upon request from management operations. 
• Provide support and guidance to on-site staff in all aspects of regulatory compliance. 
• Provide support and guidance to Regional Managers in all aspects of regulatory compliance. 
• Provide support to Compliance team members as needed. 
• Meet assigned deadlines in a timely manner. 
• Accurately complete assigned compliance tasks and submit timely. 
• Willingness to obtain industry professional certifications. 
• Host introduction training calls for on-site staff. 
• Work collaboratively and effectively with regulatory housing compliance representatives. 
• Assist management operations in preparing for agency file reviews and inspections.
• Remote position but may require physical attendance at assigned work location during scheduled hours as needed. 
• Occasional overnight travel as assigned to attend regional meetings, trainings, site audit and/or other conferences.  Travel will be up to 25%. 
• Ensure sensitive data is secure and managed appropriately within the department and throughout the company. 
• Demonstrate high standards of conduct and ethics as well as appropriate judgement, independence, and discretion 

Experience: 

• Minimum 4-7 years’ experience as an Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist or Compliance Auditor for Affordable Housing consisting of a diverse portfolio. 
• LIHTC, Project Based Section 8, Section 811 and other HUD programs, RD, HOME, and RAD experience required. Layered compliance program experience preferred. 
• Expert knowledge determining household income eligibility in relation to program compliance regulations. 
• Knowledge using affordable housing compliance software programs for processing state and federal compliance applications required, Yardi Voyager preferred. 
• Basic accounting skills with understanding of receivables and payables. 
• Proficient using Microsoft Office 365- Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, PowerPoint. 
• Proficient using Microsoft Teams or similar internal chat messaging system. 
• Proficient using Adobe Acrobat. 
• Accurate data entry and proofreading skills 

Education: 

• Minimum High School/GED equivalent required. 
• College degree preferred. 
• Current certifications required, minimum HUD and LIHTC such as: 

- Rural Development 515 (S.T.A.R.) or Rural Housing Specialist (RHS) 

- Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Assisted Housing Manager (AHM)

- Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) 

- Specialist in Housing Credit Management (SHCM) 

- Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) JOB DESCRIPTION Conifer Realty, LLC 2 of 2 

- Blended Occupancy & Fair Housing 

Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with internal and external customers at all levels. 
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
• Ability to read and comprehend complex legal documents including federal/state compliance regulatory agreements. 
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. 
• Self-starter and adaptable to changing priorities/projects as needed or assigned. 
• Excellent listening skills. + High standard of business judgment and professionalism. 
• Demonstrated practices to handle complex, changing day-to-day matters. 
• Demonstrated presentation skills with ability to effectively train others.
• Resourceful, effective problem-solving and creative-thinking skills. 
• Demonstrated time management and efficient multi-tasking skills to meet deadlines 

Conifer Realty is a professional, service-oriented organization offering a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, along with excellent benefits that include ongoing training and development, 13 holidays, 15 days paid time off, 401K with company match, medical, HSA, dependent care Flex account, dental, vision; company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurances; and a wellness program.

The salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$75,000.00. The actual compensation may vary depending on a wide range of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, location, etc. This range does not include additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

APPLY TODAY via our website link: http://www.careersatconifer.com complete our application process and attach your resume. You will hear directly from the hiring manager on next steps in the process. Thank you for your interest in joining the Conifer Team!

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.