Affordable Housing Compliance Project Manager

City of Boulder; United States; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Policy

Job summary

The City of Boulder seeks a regulatory expert to advance affordable housing programs. You will apply advanced knowledge to guide subrecipients, interpret federal requirements, and refine housing policies and procedures.

Independent work within the Compliance Team focuses on complex, high-profile projects and NEPA environmental reviews. You will maintain compliance, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and lead risk assessments, financial analyses and subsidy layering reviews for HOME and

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of complex information.
• Experience with local government, nonprofits, or grant compliance.
• Independent judgment under pressure with attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication and report translation.
• Experience with contracts, grants and compliance in federal/local contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide regulatory analysis, technical assistance and leadership to subrecipients and consortium staff.
• Interpret federal and local requirements to develop clear policies and training.
• Monitor projects for compliance with federal, state and local rules and financing.
• Lead environmental reviews and coordination with HUD CPD and state agencies.
• Oversee housing inspections and coordination between contractors, developers and city staff.

Skills

Regulatory analysis

Grant compliance

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or relevant field

Eight (8) years related experience

Job description

It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder! Application Deadline: November 22, 2026 Compensation Details: Full Pay Range 76,024.00 - 110,260.80 Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a full-time salaried position. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility Group: Non Union (30+ Hours) Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job.

Job Description Summary

Under general direction, serves as a subject-matter expert applying advanced knowledge to provide regulatory analysis, technical assistance, and leadership to subrecipient organizations and the Boulder and Broomfield HOME Consortium. This role administers federal and locally funded affordable housing projects, working independently and within the Compliance Team to manage complex, high-profile projects. This role advances the city’s affordable housing goals and refines housing policies, regulations and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as a subject-matter expert to provide regulatory analysis, technical assistance and coaching to subrecipient project managers utilizing federal grants.
• This includes guiding program design, subsidy layering, scope development, program operations, project development, and special compliance issues.
• Interprets complex federal regulations, funding requirements, and related guidance to develop clear policies, procedures, training, and technical assistance for subrecipients, regional partners, property managers, and Consortium staff.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal, state and local requirements and financing provisions pertaining to City of Boulder assisted affordable housing and community development projects and programs.
• Manages and monitors affordable housing and community development projects to verify ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local and financing requirements.
• Reviews project documentation and performance data, tracks deadlines and deliverables, identifies compliance concerns and project risks, and exercises independent judgement to determine appropriate solutions and coordinate corrective action.
• Conducts pre-award risk assessment and financial analysis by completing HOME Maximum Subsidy Calculation, Gap Analysis, Underwriting, Subsidy Layering Review, Cost Allocation and assessment of developer capacity.
• Analyzes and identifies methods and techniques to resolve potential issues and recommends new policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations while incorporating subrecipient and partner feedback.
• Manages multiple federally and locally assisted affordable housing community development projects, programs and processes.
• Maintains communication with recipients of funds; monitors projects through completion and long-term affordable housing rental compliance; and identifies and addresses potential or actual compliance concerns in collaboration with Compliance Team.
• Performs annual monitoring of subrecipients, including reviewing audited financial statements and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFRs), to evaluate each subrecipient’s risk of non-compliance.
• Reviews performance reports, tracks progress toward project goals and follows up on operational concerns.
• Verifies compliance with Single Audit requirements and issues management decisions addressing audit findings tied to federal awards.
• Provides oversight, training, technical assistance and monitoring of HOME Consortium Members and their HOME-funded projects and programs.
• Coordinates with Code Compliance, Community Mediation and Eviction Prevention Program to address resident/community complaints.
• Coordinates with Housing Compliance Manager and City Attorney’s Office on complex or highly sensitive requests and inquiries.
• Conducts complex, high-level environmental reviews to assure compliance with US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements applicable to federally funded projects.
• Determines the appropriate level of environmental review and evaluates applicable environmental factors, laws and authorities.
• Initiates consultation with the State Historic Preservation Office, Native American Tribes, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and other applicable consulting parties.
• Publishes required public notices and manages public engagement.
• Prepares and submits requests to HUD for the release of funds and certification for projects that are not exempt from the environmental review process.
• Serves as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)Environmental Review Coordinator and liaison to HUD’s Community Planning and Development (CPD) Office, housing authorities, the Colorado Division of Housing and the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority.
• Coordinates the completion of all NEPA environmental review within the City of Boulder.
• Leads and manages the housing inspection process for new affordable housing developments by performing direct inspections or overseeing the contractor‘s quality control, health, and safety inspections; coordinates seamlessly between the contractor, developers, and city staff (including the Inclusionary Housing Principal Planner) to review reports, resolve identified deficiencies and verify compliance with all habitability and safety requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of complex information using logic, critical thinking and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions.
• Ability to apply relevant experience working with local government, human services organizations, public agencies, non-profit affordable housing, or grant compliance.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment when resolving difficult problems under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining strict attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain composure, confidence, and respect when engaging with leadership, upper-level management, and diverse customer groups.
• Knowledge of federal regulatory requirements, municipal codes, ordinances, policies and affordable housing industry standards.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication, including public presentations and process facilitation, and translating complex issues into clear, concise reports.
• Skill in managing large, complex development projects, including selecting evaluation methods, coordinating tasks to completion and navigating politically sensitive or controversial issues.
• Skill in negotiation, consensus building and interpersonal relationships to navigate both formal and informal organization channels effectively.
• Must successfully pass a background check before first day of work and maintain acceptable screening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience in affordable housing, public housing, compliance monitoring and grant compliance.
• Knowledge and experience with HOME, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), or other HUD Community Planning and Development programs, principles, administrative and reporting requirements.
• Skill and experience with data analysis, collection and tracking.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or relevant field; or equivalent of eight (8) years related experience may substitute for the education requirement only. Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience working in a federal and local government, a human services organization, nonprofit organization, or public agency or equivalent experience that includes one (1) or more years of education and/or experience with contracts, grants and compliance. Must hold and maintain a valid drivers’ license.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received: Housing Compliance Manager Supervision Exercised: None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Physical and Mental Effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits effective communication on the telephone and in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the review, evaluation and preparation of a variety of written documents and materials. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the operation of computers and other office equipment. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits work in an office setting. Ability to work under stress from deadlines and public contact. Work Environment: Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment. Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. This position is subject to the City’s Hybrid Work Policy which establishes a minimum in-person work schedule of the equivalent number of hours associated with two (2) days per standard work week. Must be present within the State of Colorado and be able to work in-person according to the Hybrid Work Policy at the time of employment. Attendance at occasional evening and weekend meetings may be required to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. Machines and Equipment Used:Standard office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators and multi-function printers.

EEO Statement

As part of the City of Boulder’s commitment to a future with equitable access to health, prosperity, and fulfillment that is not limited by a person’s race, ethnicity, age, gender, ability, religion, sexuality, or socioeconomic status, it is the city’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all individuals. The city does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or policy. Add your voice and talents to the City of Boulder and help us grow in service excellence for an inspired future. Through our focus on Racial Equity, our employee benefits, and the programs and resources available to our diverse staff, we work to intentionally embed our core values into the fabric of our organization. The city recognizes that careers are shaped through many pathways, and we value the perspectives and talents that come with them. We believe that diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We welcome candidates with a wide range of lived experiences and professional backgrounds — including those historically excluded or underrepresented in government. We especially encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others whose voices haven’t always been heard in public service. Our commitment to equity also extends to the planet we share. We’re working toward a sustainable, thriving community that supports clean energy, protects ecosystems, and uses resources responsibly for generations to come.