Compliance Specialist; Affordable Housing

Compliance Specialist (Affordable Housing) Overview

RHM Real Estate Group is seeking an experienced Compliance Specialist to help ensure regulatory compliance across our affordable housing property portfolio. The Compliance Specialist supports the RHM’s Affordable Division by working with the corporate and onsite teams to ensure 100% compliance with all Fair Housing regulations. This role plays a critical part in supporting onsite teams and maintaining program integrity through detailed file audits, income certifications, regulatory reporting, and EIV monitoring.

• Review resident files for accuracy and full compliance with federal, state, and local housing regulations
• Support site teams with interim and annual recertifications, ensuring timelines and documentation standards are met
• Identify any discrepancies and work with site staff to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Oversee Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) compliance, including repayment plans, file audits, and reporting discrepancy oversight
• Serve as a compliance resource and liaison across assigned properties
• Act as a backup Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) at the site level when needed, ensuring continued compliance with occupancy-related requirements at affordable housing properties
• Manage and support compliance-related projects and reporting, ensuring clear timelines, coordination with relevant stakeholders, and successful project completion
• Collaborate closely with the Compliance Director and cross-functional teams

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field preferred;
  High School Diploma or GED required
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) required
• 5+ years’ experience in Affordable Housing, with 2+ years onsite or in a supervisory role preferred
• Strong working knowledge of compliance regulations and processes (LIHTC, HUD, etc.)
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Yardi (Voyager) software

• $60,000 minimum salary (exact salary based on prior experience and qualifications)
• Medical, dental, vision, and other ancillary plans
• 100% employer-paid life insurance policy and long-term disability coverage
• 401k participation after 1 year, with employer matching
• Paid time off: holidays, and PTO to support work-life balance

• Schedule:
  
  Full-time, Monday - Friday
• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work
• Work Location:
  
  corporate office + occasional local travel