Leasing & Compliance Officer

Dwelling Place Properties, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Hands-on property management training

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Dwelling Place Properties, LLC seeks an experienced Leasing and Compliance Officer to support leasing operations and ensure portfolio compliance.

The role maximizes occupancy, maintains regulatory adherence, and serves as a liaison with agencies. Requires LIHTC cert and strong knowledge of housing regs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of leasing and affordable housing compliance experience.
• LIHTC Certified.
• Strong knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, Fair Housing, and related regs.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Property Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience managing regulatory audits and compliance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Review lease files for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Process certifications, recerts, interim recerts, and renewals per LIHTC, HOME, Section 8 regs.
• Verify household eligibility, income, assets, student status, and program requirements.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local housing regs incl. Fair Housing.
• Monitor regulatory requirements and ensure continued LIHTC compliance.
• Conduct file audits and quality control to fix deficiencies.
• Prepare and maintain tenant files, compliance records, and docs.
• Assist with agency audits, management reviews, file inspections, filings.
• Stay current on changes to affordable housing regs and best practices.
• Communicate with residents, applicants, verifiers, and agencies to obtain docs.

Skills

LIHTC Compliance

HUD & Section 8 knowledge

Regulatory audits

Communication

Organization & problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Real Estate/Property Management

Tools

Appfolio

Yardi

RealPage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Dwelling Place Properties, LLC is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Leasing and Compliance Officer to assist leasing operations and ensure compliance across our affordable housing portfolio. This position is responsible for maximizing occupancy, maintaining regulatory compliance, and serving as a key liaison with regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Review lease files and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements.
• Process applicant certifications, recertifications, interim recertifications, and lease renewals in accordance with LIHTC, HOME, Section 8, and other applicable affordable housing regulations.
• Verify household eligibility, income, assets, student status, and other program-specific requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local housing regulations, including Fair Housing requirements.
• Monitor regulatory requirements and ensure continued compliance with LIHTC and other affordable housing programs.
• Conduct file audits and quality control reviews to identify and correct compliance deficiencies.
• Prepare and maintain accurate tenant files, compliance records, certifications, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with agency audits, management reviews, file inspections, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Research and stay current on changes to affordable housing regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
• Communicate with residents, applicants, third-party verifiers, and agencies to obtain required documentation and resolve compliance-related issues.
• Assist in the preparation of compliance reports, occupancy reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Document and track compliance findings, corrective actions, and file deficiencies to ensure timely resolution.
• Provide guidance and support to site staff regarding compliance procedures, documentation requirements, and program regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and sensitive documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of leasing and affordable housing compliance experience.
• LIHTC Certified
• Strong knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, Fair Housing, and other affordable housing regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Property Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience managing regulatory audits and compliance reviews.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in property management software such as Appfolio, Yardi, and/or Realpage and Microsoft Office Suite.

Company Description

About Us
Dwelling Place Properties is a dynamic and growing property management company committed to providing high-quality housing and exceptional service to our residents. We manage a diverse portfolio of residential properties and pride ourselves on maintaining well-operated communities, strong tenant relationships, and efficient internal operations.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Supportive team environment
Hands-on experience in property management
Ongoing training and development

Open Positions May Include

Property Managers
Assistant Property Managers
Leasing Agents
Maintenance Technicians
Maintenance Supervisors
Administrative Support Staff

Key Responsibilities (vary by role)

Deliver excellent customer service to residents and applicants
Manage daily property operations and tenant relations
Coordinate leasing activities, including showings and applications
Oversee maintenance requests and ensure timely completion
Maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation
Support team members and contribute to overall property performance

What We’re Looking For

Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Professionalism and a customer-focused mindset
Experience in property management or related fields (preferred but not always required)
Dependability and attention to detail

Dwelling Place Properties is an equal opportunity employer.