Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist (HUD / LIHTC / EIV)

RHM Real Estate Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Employer-paid life insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid time off for work-life balance

Job summary

A leading real estate company in Cleveland is seeking an experienced Compliance Specialist to ensure regulatory compliance across their affordable housing portfolio. You will support onsite teams, manage compliance projects, and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, a Certified Occupancy Specialist designation, and extensive experience in Affordable Housing. This position offers a minimum salary of $60,000 along with benefits including health insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in Affordable Housing, with 2+ years onsite or in a supervisory role preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of compliance regulations and processes (LIHTC, HUD, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Review resident files for compliance with housing regulations.
• Support site teams with recertifications and documentation.
• Oversee Enterprise Income Verification compliance.
• Act as backup Certified Occupancy Specialist when needed.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Yardi (Voyager) software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS)

Job description

Compliance Specialist (Affordable Housing)

Overview

RHM Real Estate Group is seeking an experienced Compliance Specialist to help ensure regulatory compliance across our affordable housing property portfolio. The Compliance Specialist supports the RHM’s Affordable Division by working with the corporate and onsite teams to ensure 100% compliance with all Fair Housing regulations. This role plays a critical part in supporting onsite teams and maintaining program integrity through detailed file audits, income certifications, regulatory reporting, and EIV monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Review resident files for accuracy and full compliance with federal, state, and local housing regulations
• Support site teams with interim and annual recertifications, ensuring timelines and documentation standards are met
• Identify any discrepancies and work with site staff to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Oversee Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) compliance, including repayment plans, file audits, and reporting discrepancy oversight
• Serve as a compliance resource and liaison across assigned properties
• Act as a backup Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) at the site level when needed, ensuring continued compliance with occupancy-related requirements at affordable housing properties
• Manage and support compliance-related projects and reporting, ensuring clear timelines, coordination with relevant stakeholders, and successful project completion
• Collaborate closely with the Compliance Director and cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field preferred; High School Diploma or GED required
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) required
• 5+ years’ experience in Affordable Housing, with 2+ years onsite or in a supervisory role preferred
• Strong working knowledge of compliance regulations and processes (LIHTC, HUD, etc.)
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Yardi (Voyager) software

Compensation & Benefits

• $60,000 minimum salary (exact salary based on prior experience and qualifications)
• Medical, dental, vision, and other ancillary plans
• 100% employer-paid life insurance policy and long-term disability coverage
• 401k participation after 1 year, with employer matching
• Paid time off: holidays, and PTO to support work-life balance

Work Setting & Details

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday
• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work
• Work Location: corporate office + occasional local travel