RHM Real Estate Group · 1 day ago
Compliance Specialist (Affordable Housing)
RHM Real Estate Group is seeking an experienced Compliance Specialist to help ensure regulatory compliance across their affordable housing property portfolio. This role supports the Affordable Division by working with teams to ensure 100% compliance with Fair Housing regulations through detailed audits, income certifications, and regulatory reporting.
Responsibilities
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 continues 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
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) required
5+ years' experience in Affordable Housing
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
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field preferred
2+ years onsite or in a supervisory role preferred
Benefits
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
Company
RHM Real Estate Group
RHM Real Estate Group is a multi-family property management and real estate development company in Cleveland, Ohio, specializing in market-rate and affordable housing, as well as commercial real estate.