Affordable Compliance Specialist

Company: ROERS COMPANIES LLC
Location: Minnetonka
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
Roers Companies is seeking a knowledgeable, dedicated professional to join our team in Minnetonka, MN as an Affordable Compliance Specialist.

About Us Roers Companies is an emerging leader in real estate development and property management. Headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, we're on a mission to elevate multifamily housing nationwide by developing and operating market-rate and affordable housing. Since our founding in 2012, our team has developed nearly $2 billion in real estate, representing more than 5,000 homes. The property management division, previously named Core Living, has ranked among America's fastest-growing companies on the Inc. 5000 list for the past three years. Our team thrives on purpose-filled work, an entrepreneurial spirit, and unlimited growth potential. About You You're passionate about your work. You're driven to achieve ambitious goals. You step up when the team needs an extra hand and aren't afraid to ask for help when you need it. You act with integrity and empathy for the people around you. You make smart decisions because you get the big picture and ace the little details. In other words, you share our corporate values - passion, work ethic, teamwork, integrity, and ownership mindset. Responsibilities The Affordable Compliance Specialist is responsible for daily support of site compliance activities related to the property's affordable housing rules and regulations.

• Thoroughly reviews of all regulatory compliance records in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations
• Completes program assessments and compliance reviews
• Responsible for inspecting all types of certification packets for completeness
• Travels to other properties in state and out of state to help assist the property managers with compliance
• Completes in Annual Year End Reporting Requirements
• Enters resident records and generate essential certification within Yardi and RightSource
• Maintains resident files in accordance with the applicable housing program regulations and company policies
• Complies with all fair housing laws and communicate with appropriate outside finance entities
• Prepares various compliance reports to present to the Portfolio Compliance Manager, Management/Operations, and the Senior leadership team
• In collaboration with the Compliance Manager as well as the site leadership, assumes responsibility for communicating resident and program information from the tenant/resident income certifications for accurate program data reporting to funders on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual basis, as prescribed by the specific funders
• Develops and leads program compliance training to ensure the company continues to adhere to upmost compliance standards
• Assists with lease-up activities of new sites, which may include attending meetings, providing staffing support, and auditing move-in files
• Assists with training of property management staff
• Other duties as assigned. Requirements:
  
  • High School/GED
  • 3+ years of compliance experience Skills/Abilities:
    • Understanding of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Programs (LIHTC) required.
    • TCS designation preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
    • Knowledge of Yardi and RightSource preferred
    • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
    • Must be organized, detail oriented and have good time management skills.
    • Exceptional communication skills and ability to interact with wide range of people.
    • Experience with marketing and leasing initiatives for new development preferred.
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule, understanding that your scheduled workdays may vary according to staffing and property needs.
    • Entrepreneurial mindset - loves to be challenged, determined to win, puts clients and teammates first, collaborative, inquisitive, self-motivated, and operates on trust (not fear).
    • High integrity - trusted, direct, truthful. Embodies confidence and admits mistakes.
    • Ability to perform the physical functions of the position, which may include, but are not limited to: ability to walk property, including up to 4 flights of stairs, to complete physical inspections, deliver resident communications, show apartment and drive a vehicle to visit area businesses for outreach marketing.
    • Maintain neat, well-groomed, professional appearance. Benefits & Perks Our full-time employees are eligible for these benefits and perks:
      • Medical, dental, and vision insurance including HSA
      • Paid Parental Leave
      • Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
      • Employer Paid Long-Term Disability
      • Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability insurance
      • 401k Match
      • Equity Opportunity with Match
      • Competitive PTO and Paid Holidays
      • Gym Membership Reimbursement
      • Free Stays in our Properties' Guest Suites
      • Rent Discount if you choose to live at one of our properties
      • Free Weekly Office lunches and Fully Stocked Fridge
      • Monthly Social Outings
      • Shorter Friday Workdays During Summer Roers Companies is focused on building a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.
        
        Candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle report.
        
        To be considered for this position, applicants must complete a survey at this link: #RoersCompaniesCareers PI186639764

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