Associate Director of Compliance; Union

Overview

About Mid Pen
At Mid Pen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.

We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation's leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs.

We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity. Mid Pen is, once again, proud to be certified as an official Great Place to Work® in 2025.

Location: Union City Office

Reporting to the Director of Compliance, the Associate Director of Compliance will oversee regulatory compliance performance for all existing properties in Mid Pen's portfolio, including tenant file compliance, agency inspections and audits, waitlist administration, and Section 504. The Associate Director of Compliance must be very well versed in the regulatory requirements including TCAC, HOME, CalHFA, MHSA, HCD programs, HUD, and other local governing authorities and/or programs.

• Supervise Compliance Team staff, including coaching, performance management, and staff development.
• Partner with Compliance leadership to develop and implement policies that support Mid Pen's mission and strategy.
• Create and maintain communication tools to distribute policies and procedures to Property Management and business partners.
• Ensure 100% qualification of move‑in files through in‑house or third‑party review; manage and monitor third‑party compliance vendors.
• Oversee systems that ensure site compliance with all regulatory requirements (LIHTC, HUD, Bonds, AHP, HCD, CalHFA, CDBG, HOME, Fair Housing, etc.).
• Coordinate agency audits and inspections, including preparation, scheduling, document submissions, and responses to findings.
• Lead waiting list management and develop best practices and centralized systems to ensure fair housing and streamlined occupancy.
• Implement ongoing compliance training and support tools for Property Management staff.
• Serve as subject matter expert, remain current on regulations, maintain industry relationships, and support cross‑department collaboration.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, contribute to divisional goals, seek opportunities to assist, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to deal directly with senior management if needed to build consensus, communicate effectively, and contribute to a positive work culture
• Demonstrated ability to teach, train and coach a variety of team members and learning processes
• Must Demonstrate excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy with MS Office programs, and property management software programs
• Industry knowledge of regulatory requirements related to affordable housing, which includes but is not limited to TCAC, HOME, CalHFA, MHSA, HCD programs, HUD, and other local governing authorities
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License, proof of current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Commitment to the Mission and Values of Mid Pen Services and Mid Pen Housing

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
• Frequently sitting
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Business…