Compliance Associate jobs in Portland, ME

POSITION SUMMARY

The Compliance Analyst is responsible for assisting the Director in the direction and oversight of all compliance activities of the corporation.  The Compliance Analyst reports to the Compliance Director.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Duties may include, but are not limited to assisting the Compliance Director in the following areas:
• Review of monthly voucher submissions for HAP requests assist staff with reconciliation.
• Conduct file reviews for compliance with the applicable subsidy type (S. 8, LIHTC, S. 236) 
• Manage staff access to the SAVE (Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlement’s Program) Program
• Prepare report summarizing items of non-compliance; work with site staff to correct deficiencies
• Review EIV reports and assist property staff with resolving discrepancies
• Prepare LIHTC reports as required by state monitors and syndicators
• Review asset verification process for certifications that involve real estate and/or investment income
• Assist site staff with TRACS error resolution
• Any other projects for Compliance Director as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS: SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree required
• 3- 5 years of property management or project based Section 8 experience
• Deep knowledge of affordable housing programs to include Section 8/236, LIHTC, EIV and HUD Secure Systems, Fair Housing and Section 504 compliance
• Industry-specific certification required (COS, AHM)
• Demonstrated competency with Microsoft Office required; Experience with One Site, Yardi or Boston Post a plus
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of people
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her action
• Trait of being dependable and trustworthy
• Ability to utilize available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines
• Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Lift/Carry, Push/Pull

Stand 12 lbs. or less (F)

Walk 11-20 lbs. (F)

Sit 21-50 lbs. (O) 26-40 lbs. (O)

Handling/Fingering 51-100 lbs. (F) over 40 lbs. (N)

Reach Outward/Above Shoulder (F) over 100 lbs.(N)

Climb (N/A)

Crawl (O) up to 33% of time

Squat/Kneel (F) up to 66% of time

Bend (C) more than 66% of time