Compliance Analyst

Housing Opportunities Commission; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County in Silver Spring seeks a compliance professional to oversee policy, procedure and regulatory guideline requirements. This role provides quality control assurance and coordinates corrective actions, and will serve as the Enterprise Verification (EIV) Coordinator.

Responsibilities include monitoring OCAF rent updates, TRACs submittals, and training staff on federal, state and local housing laws.

Qualifications

• Must know federal, state and local laws and regulations about subsidized housing.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
• Must be accurate, detail-oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people of varied backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight on compliance policy, procedure and regulatory guideline requirements.
• Perform quality control assurance and recommend/c implement corrective actions.
• Serve as the Enterprise Verification (EIV) Coordinator.
• Monitor program-assisted rent updates and ensure rents are implemented annually.
• Oversee TRACs submittals and coordinate corrective actions with staff.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Independent worker

Judgment

Detail oriented

Interpersonal skills

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's degree in public/business administration

Job description

The Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC) was established in 1974 to better respond to the County’s need for affordable housing. HOC is authorized to acquire, own, lease, and operate housing; to provide for the construction or renovation of housing; obtain financial assistance from any public or private source to assist its housing activities; and arrange for social services, resident services, and daycare.

Description

This is a professional position responsible for providing oversight and guidance on compliance matters such as policy/procedure and regulatory guideline requirements. Responsible for quality control assurance and recommending/implementing corrective actions. Will serve as the Enterprise Verification (EIV) Coordinator. Must monitor program-assisted rent increase updates and ensure that rents are implemented annually. Must ensure oversight of timely completion of data analysis and reporting related to Operating Cost Adjustment Factors (OCAF). Oversee Tenant Rental Assistance Certification System (TRACs) submittals and work with staff on corrective actions, as needed. Maintain effective relationships with HOC staff across divisions. Interface with all HOC management agents to address compliance needs, provide training, and operative solutions. In this position, the incumbent must adhere to established HOC, federal, state, and local government guidelines.

Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• 8 years’ experience in federally subsidized affordable housing programs; such as Housing Choice Voucher, Tax Credit, or other subsidized housing programs-program certification preferred.

Education

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in public/business administration or related field.

Certifications

• Must obtain Low Income Housing Tax Credit ("LIHTC") and Housing Choice Voucher ("HCV") certifications within six months from the date of hire.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must know federal, state and local laws and regulations about subsidized housing.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
• Must be accurate, detail-oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people of varied backgrounds.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• Grade 22 - Min: $67,447 / Mid: $89,280 / Max: $111,112 | Salary determined by departmental budget - Offer commensurate with experience.

Low-income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.

HOC is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace.

HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records to determine employment suitability. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.