Community Compliance Specialist

Fairfield Residential; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Matched 401(k)

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Fairfield Residential is seeking a Community Compliance Specialist to support affordable housing communities. You will manage Tax Credit, HAP, RAP and Section 8 files, oversee annual recertifications, and upload documents while providing training and responsive service to on-site staff.

With a focus on compliance and continuous improvement, you’ll stay current with HUD requirements and TRACS-Yardi integrations, contributing to accurate reporting and strong resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum 1 year of Tax Credit, HAP, RAP, and/or Section 8 compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of Yardi or other property management software.
• Understanding of TRACS integration with Yardi (HUD properties).
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Documentation management for Tax Credit, HAP, RAP, and Section 8 files.
• Oversee annual recertification processes.
• Process and upload certification documents.
• Provide exceptional customer service for compliance inquiries.
• Train and support on-site staff on compliance procedures.
• Monitor and audit program files to correct issues.
• Ensure adherence to monitoring agency requirements.
• Stay current with compliance procedures and training.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Deadline-driven

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yardi

TRACS

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Community: Cedar Grove Number of Units: 288

About Fairfield

If you're driven and looking for a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, you just might be a fit for Fairfield! We are a leader in the multifamily housing industry and we're passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. As we continue to grow, we're dedicated to investing in our people. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger. Come build your future with us!

About the Role

As a Community Compliance Specialist, you’ll be the go-to resource for compliance expertise at our affordable housing communities. You’ll ensure adherence to regulations, support property teams, and help maintain the integrity of our compliance programs.

What You'll Do

• Documentation Manage Tax Credit, HAP, RAP, and Section 8 files.
• Oversee annual recertification process.
• Process certification documents and upload files.
• Customer Service Handle compliance-related calls and correspondence.
• Provide training and support to on-site staff.
• Monitoring & Compliance Audit program files and correct issues.
• Ensure compliance with monitoring agency requirements.
• Stay current on compliance procedures and training.

Why You'll Love Fairfield

We're all about creating communities that people are proud to call home. Being a part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career with personal growth. It's a partnership, working alongside colleagues in an open-dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. We know that our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we're proud to reflect that in our culture. Driven by Vision: We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us. Career Growth & Learning: Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers and inspire them to create change for the better. Culture of Collaboration: Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact. A Company that Cares: We are proud to offer robust benefit packages with a focus on both quality of care and affordability. We offer competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, and paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO) to support causes that matter to you.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum of one year Tax Credit, Housing Assistance Programs (HAP), Rental Assistance Programs (RAP), and/or Section 8 compliance experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Yardi or other property management accounting software.
• Strong understanding of how TRACS integrates with Yardi, as needed on a HUD property.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Superior customer service skills including the ability to manage difficult customers and/or situations.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented; ability to manage conflicting priorities and to adjust priorities on a daily basis.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to reach deadlines independently.

Estimated Rate of Pay: $24.04 - $31.25 This position is non-exempt; the range above reflects hourly rates. The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements:

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
• Matched 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance

Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements. At Fairfield, we are proud to be a leader in the multifamily housing industry. We are passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. Among the most experienced multifamily companies, Fairfield has developed and acquired over 1,000 communities since 1985. We are an award-winning company that proudly employs over 1,500 associates who are dedicated to serving our customers at our apartment communities located in over 35 markets nationwide. We have a great opportunity for you to work side by side with our passionate, bright and highly experienced professionals in the Multifamily Housing industry. Why consider us? Competitive Salary and Benefits Package. Careers are made at Fairfield- We are committed to developing our staff through our robust in-person, online and social training. Promotions from within are encouraged. Environmentally Aware- Fairfield leads the industry through our Living Green Program and our LEED Certified communities. Award Winning- Fairfield is recognized for our customer service, training and professionalism. Are you interested in work made meaningful? We support residents living well, a workplace culture that is friendly, fun, collaborative and one that encourages success. If you meet the minimum requirements and have a strong customer focused attitude, you are encouraged to submit your resume.