Assistant Compliance Manager

Women's Affordable Housing Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Compliance Manager to support compliance functions related to rental housing. This dynamic role involves overseeing tenant file audits, coordinating compliance reporting, and ensuring adherence to affordable housing regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and customer service skills, along with a commitment to the mission of promoting affordable housing. Join a passionate team where your contributions will directly impact the community and help streamline compliance processes. If you are ready to make a difference in the housing sector, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401K Matching at 100%

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in affordable property management compliance.
• Experience with tax credits and Section 8 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tenant file audits and ensure compliance with standards.
• Coordinate compliance reporting and assist with site visits.

Skills

Affordable Property Management Compliance

Critical Thinking

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

OneSite

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The assistant compliance manager plays a central role in assisting with compliance related functions pertaining to Bickerdike’s rental housing portfolio in conjunction with the compliance manager and vice president of property management. In all instances, the assistant compliance manager must perform in accordance with and be committed to the Bickerdike Mission.

The position requires the ability to direct, plan, organize, implement and execute tasks; analyze information, make informed decisions, use critical thinking and reasoning skills, and monitor and regulate behavior and emotions. A high level of supervisory and customer service skills are critical functions to this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for assisting in internal tenant file audits, checking for completeness and accuracy and ensuring that files comply with the standardized tenant file organization structure. Work with property management staff to make corrections as required.
• Review and approve move in applications and move out.
• Work with property management staff to prepare for and participate in funder site visits and external file audits. Assist with the correction of files when required.
• At the direction of the Compliance Manager, assist with the coordination and gathering of resident file information for compliance reporting in conjunction with the asset management team.
• Manage, maintain, and ensure proper utilization of property specific tenant screening/move-in and recertification electronic file templates.
• Assist with the oversight of the management of all waitlists.
• Oversee compliance requirements for CLIHTF and other funding programs as assigned. Work with property management staff and coordinate with asset management to ensure all requirements are met.
• Assist and prepare for compliance site visits and file audits. Attend on-site file audits to represent compliance staff when necessary.
• Coordinate, assist and carry out, as required, the preparation of compliance reports in conjunction with the Compliance Manager.
• Update and maintain various property management forms and/or documents, as needed, at the direction of the compliance manager.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new internal and external compliance policies and procedures, including document roll out and training.
• Assist with OneSite system set up and maintenance to include document uploads, and field questions or concerns.
• Manage file room utilization and file management, including but not limited to establishing and enforcing file room policies and procedures regarding storing, purging, and destroying documents.
• Maintain working knowledge of affordable housing compliance best practices and participate in industry-wide advocacy efforts to streamline compliance and reporting and eliminate unnecessary burdens.
• Serve as manager in the absence of the compliance manager.
• Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 2 years of experience in/or related to affordable property management compliance. Experience and certification with tax credit and Section 8 a must. BA in a related field of study preferred. Computer literacy is required, specifically in MS Word, Excel (advanced level preferred) and Outlook for Windows.

Experience with OneSite or other property management software is desired. Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing, organizational and interpersonal skills necessary. West Town, Humboldt Park, Logan Square, Hermosa, and Avondale residents preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable persons with disabilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, drive, stand, walk, lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

REPORTING RELATIONS: Under the direct supervision of the Compliance Manager. In the absence of this supervisor, shall report to the Vice President of Property Management, or as assigned.

BENEFITS: Bickerdike provides a comprehensive Benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• 401K Matching at 100%
• Medical Insurance (3 plans)
• Dental Insurance (HMO/PPO) & Vision Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

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