Compliance Assistant - COP

Allied Residential; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO 152 hours

Carry-over up to 120 hours

Longevity PTO 5 and 9 years

9 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

HSA and FSA

Employee Assistance Plan

401(k) with employer match 25%

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Allied Residential in the Seattle area is seeking a meticulous Compliance Assistant to support Community Managers in meeting regulatory and company standards for affordable housing. You will prepare and review resident files, verify eligibility, and assist with recertifications to ensure audit readiness.

This role requires detail orientation, organization, and good communication. You will help teams implement LIHTC and HUD rules, support leasing during lease-up, and participate in trainings and

Qualifications

• Six months to one year of experience in property management, affordable housing or compliance preferred.
• Familiarity with LIHTC regulations a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a professional approach.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word; experience with remote work platforms preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license; travel between properties is required.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare move-in, interim, and annual recertification files for compliance.
• Verify income, assets and household eligibility per regs.
• Maintain organized resident files for audits and inspections.
• Respond to requests for documentation during reviews.
• Generate and track monthly recertification notices.
• Provide progress reports to managers on open files.
• Assist teams with LIHTC and affordable housing requirements.
• Support marketing and resident engagement during lease-up.
• Provide temporary compliance support during staffing changes.
• Attend compliance meetings and trainings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Remote work platforms

Job description

Company Overview

At Allied Residential, we don't just manage properties-we build communities. Since 1987, we've been creating vibrant living spaces across the Puget Sound and beyond. Our team thrives in a culture of growth, integrity, and collaboration. With professional training, career advancement, and a supportive environment, we empower our people to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact.

Position Summary

We're seeking a meticulous and motivated Compliance Assistant to support the Community Manager in ensuring all assigned properties meet regulatory and company compliance standards. In this role, you'll prepare and review resident files, verify eligibility documentation, assist with recertifications, and maintain accurate records to ensure readiness for audits and inspections. You'll also provide support to onsite teams, helping them understand and implement affordable housing program rules, including HUD and LIHTC requirements. This position is ideal for someone detail-oriented, organized and eager to learn the complexities of affordable housing compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review move-in, interim, and annual recertification files for completeness, accuracy, and program compliance.
• Verify income, assets, and household eligibility in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and retrievable electronic and hard-copy resident files for audit and inspection readiness.
• Respond promptly to requests for documentation during compliance reviews and audits.
• Generate and distribute monthly recertification notices and track status updates.
• Provide regular progress reports to Community Managers and Portfolio Managers on open and pending files.
• Assist leasing and management teams with understanding and applying affordable housing program requirements (LIHTC, etc.).
• Support marketing and resident engagement activities during lease-up periods, including hosting informational sessions.
• Provide temporary compliance support at communities experiencing staffing transitions or high compliance volume, if needed.
• Attend and actively participate in compliance meetings, trainings, and team initiatives.

Qualifications

• Six months to one year of experience in property management, affordable housing, or compliance preferred.
• Familiarity with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) regulations a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional and collaborative approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word); experience with remote work platforms preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license; some travel between properties is required.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 152 hours (19 days) PTO annually, plus carry-over up to 120 hours and longevity PTO at 5 and 9 years
• 9 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health benefits-including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability-effective the 1st of the month after 60 days (Kaiser Permanente, Guardian, Mutual of Omaha)
• HSA and FSA through Lively
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match (25% of contributions up to 4% of eligible pay)
• Continuous professional development and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Allied Residential proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Mission Statement

Creating Communities | Exceeding Expectations