Compliance Manager

Asset Living; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Asset Living is seeking an Affordable Compliance Manager to oversee a regional team of compliance specialists and programs across assigned properties. You will ensure adherence to LIHTC, HUD, HOME, and other affordable housing programs, coordinate training, monitor audits, and maintain software systems.

Travel 50% is required, and leadership experience is essential to mentor staff and drive compliance excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years affordable compliance and/or property management experience.
• Experience with LIHTC, HUD, HOME, USDA-RD, and Bond programs is preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Google Apps, and Yardi Affordable or Real Page.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities are essential.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor internal systems to ensure program compliance within the assigned region.
• Provide support to compliance staff within the region.
• Oversee program compliance of the assigned portfolio.
• Coordinate training schedules for multiple levels of affordable program compliance.
• Provide accountability within the region by overseeing special projects.
• Assist with various audits and regulatory updates.
• Monitor third-party support services.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing laws.
• Travel: 50% of the time.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred affordable housing certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Yardi Affordable

Real Page

Job description

Company Overview

Asset Living is a third‑party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living’s growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single‑family home rentals, affordable housing, build‑to‑rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.

Asset Living is a fast‑growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US. At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe ‘Together We Lead, Together We Succeed’. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as our company grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning.

Recognized as one of the nation’s Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility.

Affordable Compliance Manager

The Affordable Compliance Manager will provide oversight and support to an assigned team of Compliance Specialists and affordable programs within a specific region or territory.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor internal systems and processes to ensure program compliance within the assigned region or territory or as assigned by the Regional Manager.
• Provide support to assigned compliance staff within the assigned region or territory.
• Oversee the program compliance of the assigned portfolio (total number of units and properties determined by the Regional Manager).
• Work with the Regional Manager to develop and coordinate training schedules for multiple levels of affordable program compliance.
• Provide a level of accountability within the region or territory by overseeing special projects and/or programs.
• Provide high‑level assistance with Special Projects.
• Monitor the internal database/tracker and support compliance users within the assigned region or territory.
• Support tracking utility allowance updates, rent/income limits and annual adjustments in software within the assigned region or territory.
• Support and assist with monitoring HUD, State agency and local program updates.
• Oversee and provide additional support during the initial qualifying process of new construction lease‑up properties and/or acquisition/rehab of existing properties within the department as well as the assigned portfolio.
• Obtain and review applicable regulatory agreements for proper setup in software and internal systems/trackers within the assigned region or territory.
• Attend and/or monitor coverage, preparation and response of State or Federal agency audits.
• Monitor 3rd‑party support services (KGC, Spectrum, etc.).
• Comply with all Fair Housing Laws.
• Travel: 50% of the time.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Proven effective leadership and/or experience as a department manager or supervisor within the field of affordable property management.
• Minimum 5 years affordable compliance and/or property management experience.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in multiple affordable programs and layering.
• Preferred experience in regulatory compliance of one or more programs: LIHTC, HUD, USDA‑RD, HOME, Bond.
• Ability to identify potential compliance issues and implement systems to find a resolution.
• Strong administrative skills, highly motivated and organized with a positive attitude.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Google Apps, and Yardi Affordable and/or Real Page software.
• Appropriate soft skills to mentor and lead others.
• Preferred affordable housing certifications including but not limited to: NCHM, AHMA, NAHB, NCP, etc.

This job description should not be considered all‑inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety‑sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.