Housing Compliance Certification Specialist

HRI Properties; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Career Growth & Learning

Team Culture & Perks

Job summary

HRI Properties is seeking a Compliance Certification Specialist for our HRIM team in New Orleans to manage move-in files, conduct interviews, complete background checks, and coordinate third-party verifications. You will prepare documentation for lease and certification signing and ensure timely processing.

Ideal candidates have strong regulatory experience, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Some weekend hours may be required as part of this role.

Qualifications

• Compliance experience in the related industry.
• Ability to operate on a deadline-driven schedule and prioritize various tasks.
• Ability to work in a high-volume and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to comply with regulatory agreements and possess critical thinking, evaluation, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of LIHTC, HOME, and HUD programs is a plus. Compliance certification such as COS or HCCP is preferred.
• Availability to work some weekends and extended hours.
• Self-starter who can effectively multitask.

Responsibilities

• Process all recertifications and interims by conducting household interviews and ensuring all information is correctly listed and documented on recertifications.
• Obtain third-party verifications, track responses, and submit files for approval.
• Prepare files appropriately for lease and certification signing.
• Begin processing the recertification 120 days before the recertification effective date.
• Send annual recertification notices to tenants and follow up as required until recertification is completed, which includes conducting home visits.
• Ensure that all recertifications are completed at least 30 days before lease expiration.
• Maintain digital and paper files so they are always properly maintained.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date status of transfer waiting lists and eviction tracker.
• Upload/enter all required information in Yardi and Elite, HANO’s public housing monitoring system.
• Track unit inspections and be available to conduct unit inspections as needed.
• Assist property staff with answering property phone lines.
• Create work orders when a resident notifies your office of maintenance issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compliance experience

Deadline-driven scheduling

High-volume environment

Excellent verbal & written skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

LIHTC/HOME/HUD knowledge

Weekend & extended hours availability

Self-starter & multitasking

Job description

HRI Properties is seeking a Compliance Certification Specialist for our HRIM team in New Orleans to manage move-in files, conduct interviews, complete background checks, and coordinate third-party verifications. You will prepare documentation for lease and certification signing and ensure timely processing.

Ideal candidates have strong regulatory experience, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Some weekend hours may be required as part of this role.