Impact-Driven Compliance Technician – Affordable Housing

Aeon; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Aeon is a nonprofit housing provider in the Twin Cities. We seek a Compliance Technician to review resident files, verify eligibility, process certifications, and maintain accurate compliance records.

Reporting to the Director of Compliance, you will work with property management to resolve issues, prepare for audits, and support compliant operations across Aeon's communities in the Minneapolis area. This is a full-time hybrid role based at Aeon's Central Office in North Loop.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in affordable housing, property management, compliance, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of affordable housing programs, particularly LIHTC/Section 42. Experience with Section 8, HOME, or other HUD programs is required.
• Experience reviewing resident files, processing certifications, verifying eligibility, or maintaining compliance records.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to identify errors, solve problems, and follow established policies and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Teams. Experience with Fortress or similar property management software preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Review resident certification and recertification files for completeness, accuracy, and required documentation.
• Verify income, assets, household information, and other eligibility documentation.
• Identify missing information or errors and work with property staff to make corrections before files are submitted for approval.
• Track certification and recertification deadlines to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain accurate and organized resident compliance records in property management software and electronic filing systems.
• Assist with required compliance reporting for housing agencies, investors, and funding partners.
• Monitor compliance reports and tracking systems to identify potential issues and ensure accurate, timely reporting.
• Prepare resident files and supporting documentation for internal audits, agency inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Assist with internal file reviews, track audit findings, and work with property teams to resolve identified issues.
• Support compliance activities during new property lease-ups, including application processing, certification reviews, and file preparation.
• Provide day-to-day compliance support to property management teams, answering questions and helping resolve routine compliance issues.
• Assist with training efforts for onsite property staff, including preparing materials, coordinating sessions, and reinforcing compliance procedures and requirements.
• Support the Compliance Team with special projects, process improvements, and other compliance-related activities.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate across departments to promote consistent compliance practices.
• Other duties may be assigned based on organizational needs.

Skills

LIHTC/Section 42

HUD programs

File review & certifications

Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook/Teams)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Driver's license

Tools

Fortress

Job description

Aeon is a nonprofit housing provider in the Twin Cities. We seek a Compliance Technician to review resident files, verify eligibility, process certifications, and maintain accurate compliance records.

Reporting to the Director of Compliance, you will work with property management to resolve issues, prepare for audits, and support compliant operations across Aeon's communities in the Minneapolis area. This is a full-time hybrid role based at Aeon's Central Office in North Loop.