Compliance Specialist

Gates Hudson; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Hudson is seeking a Compliance Specialist to support LIHTC communities, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining accurate documentation across properties. The role includes training onsite teams and addressing compliance questions, with opportunities to collaborate across teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong LIHTC experience, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and with others to uphold high standards of compliance.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of LIHTC or tax credit experience.
• One to two years of leasing or onsite property management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Fair Housing, ADA, and landlord/tenant laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure LIHTC, Fair Housing, ADA compliance across properties.
• Review leasing files and documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct move-in and move-out inspections as needed.
• Provide ongoing compliance training to onsite staff.
• Coordinate resident and vendor communications and support.

Skills

LIHTC experience

Leasing experience

Fair Housing knowledge

ADA understanding

Communication skills

Job description

Gates Hudson, a full-service property management company, is seeking a Compliance Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting tax credit communities by ensuring regulatory compliance, providing training to onsite teams, and maintaining accurate documentation across properties.

The ideal candidate has strong LIHTC experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively while upholding compliance standards.

What You’ll Do

Compliance & Auditing

• Ensure ongoing compliance with LIHTC, Fair Housing, ADA, and landlord/tenant regulations
• Review leasing files, notices to vacate, and documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Conduct move-in and move-out inspections as needed
• Identify compliance issues and work with onsite teams to resolve them

Training & Support

• Conduct ongoing training for onsite staff, including Fair Housing, leasing paperwork, Yardi, accounts receivable, Nexus accounts payable, workplace safety, and other operational topics
• Serve as a resource for onsite teams regarding compliance-related questions

Resident & Vendor Coordination

• Address resident concerns and requests in a timely and professional manner
• Communicate with vendors and contractors regarding scheduling, billing, vendor relations, and certificates of insurance

Operational Support

• Assist with touring prospects and handling inquiries as needed
• Consistently implement and reinforce community policies
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Schedule Expectations

• Some weekend work may be required

What We’re Looking For

Required

• ***Three to five years of experience with tax credit or LIHTC communities***
• One to two years of leasing or onsite property management experience
• Strong working knowledge of Fair Housing, ADA, and landlord/tenant laws
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service background
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred

• LIHTC certification
• Experience with Yardi, Nexus, or similar systems

Pay Range

$25—$28 USD