Contract and Compliance Specialist - HCV

St. Louis Housing Authority; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for medical

Paid CLE and Bar Dues

Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick,Personal

401(a) employer contribution

Job summary

St. Louis Housing Authority in Missouri seeks an exempt Compliance Specialist to ensure the Housing Choice Voucher program complies with HUD rules. The role conducts independent reviews, quality control file reviews, SEMAP certification, and policy implementation.

Duties include analyzing reports, monitoring EIV and PIC, investigating compliance issues, and developing corrective action plans while working with the HCV team to maintain high performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree in Business Administration or related discipline.
• 4 years of related experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Must obtain Section 8 Occupancy Certification and Rent Calculation Certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze monthly performance data and conduct quality control of HCV/Project Based files.
• Monitor EIV and PIC reports, conduct SEMAP review, and certify within the required timeframe.
• Conduct confidential fraud investigations and develop corrective action plans.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Data analysis

Report writing

Training development

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree in Business Administration or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This is an exempt position responsible for ensuring the Housing Choice Voucher program is in compliance with the rules and regulations governing the program. The position will independently and objectively review and evaluate compliance issues within the Housing Choice Voucher program. Duties include file review for quality control, SEMAP certification, implementation of agency policies and departmental procedures, investigation of compliance issues, and monitoring of assigned activities required to implement high-performing programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree in Business Administration or related discipline
• Four (4) years of related experience and/or an equivalent combination to experience and education and training. Prior experience in a public housing agency or local government office and/or prior supervisory experience is preferred.
• Must obtain a Section 8 Occupancy Certification and a Rent Calculation Certification within 12 months of employment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to compile and analyze various reports, including monthly board report to provide performance charts, report synopsis, and recommendation on a regular basis, and as directed or requested; conducts monthly quality control review of client files for Housing Choice Voucher and Project Based programs to ensure compliance with program requirements. Analyzes problem client files and makes recommendations for correction to the HCV Supervisors within 14 days of completion of file review.
• Ability to monitor EIV Reports and PIC Reports, provide analysis, resolve discrepancies, recommends and implements corrective actions for resolution of issues; conduct SEMAP review and completes certification within 45 days of fiscal year end. The SEMAP review must include a review of all self-certification indicators, using a file selection method that compiles with the HUD requirements and provides the supporting documentation that complies with the HUD and Independent Audit review requirements.
• Skill in conducting confidential fraud investigations and recommend course of action to resolve discrepancies with program requirements, regulations and agency policy and procedures; identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, research assigned problems and issues. Compiles background facts found, analyzes data and recommends resolution within the prescribed time frame and develops/implements corrective action plan for resolution of problematic issues.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.
• Considerable knowledge of the various Section 8 Programs and the relevant policies and procedures governing them.
• Skill in the use of data processing systems and personal computers using Microsoft Word and Excel software and skill instructing employees in the use of this equipment and software.
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing. Skill in conducting reviews and preparing written reports.
• Ability to work on multiple assignments, prioritizing activities appropriately and meeting deadlines; read, interpret and apply HUD policies, procedures and regulations.

BENEFITS

Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. In addition to a competitive salary, SLHA also offers:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical or dependent care
• Paid CLE and Bar Dues
• Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays
• 401(a) employer contribution equal 12.7% of annual salary

SLHA is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program