MOR Coordinator

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance

State employee benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

SC Housing seeks a MOR Coordinator to oversee on-site Management and Occupancy Reviews, ensuring compliance with HUD regulations and timely remediation of deficiencies.

You will perform inspections, enter data into HUD databases, and prepare final MOR reports for owners/agents while supporting program management with process improvements.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and three (3) years of full time experience in housing subsidy programs, property management, housing finance or other related housing fields.
• A Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field and two (2) years of full time experience in housing subsidy programs, property management or related fields.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office products and data systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and conducts on-site Management and Occupancy Reviews of properties to ensure HUD regulations are met.
• Performs inspections to address urgent health and safety issues.
• Enters review data into HUD and other databases accurately.
• Prepares MOR results for owners/agents and ensures timelines are met.
• Develops training and technical assistance for staff and partners.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

MS Access

MS Excel

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance or related field

High school diploma with 3 years housing-related experience

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Us: SC Housing is a forward-thinking organization that is committed to changing lives by creating safe, decent, and affordable housing opportunities that fulfill dreams and inspire hope in our citizens. We are transforming the housing industry in our state through cutting-edge programs and competitive financial products that make homeownership affordable and quality rental housing possible for many. Our staff energizes the work that we do and helps find solutions that make a difference in the lives of others.

We are seeking change agents who want to use their talents to develop meaningful housing solutions that help individuals and communities to flourish. Our work culture supports creativity, innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving at all levels. If you are seeking to be a part of a progressive organization that will allow you to connect your passion for improving the lives of others to purpose, we invite you to join our team of energetic housing champions.

The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (Authority) serves as the Project- Based Section 8 Contract Administrator on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under a Performance-Based Annual Contributions Contract. The Authority contracts with over 250 properties to provide rental assistance subsidy to over 17,000 extremely-low and very-low income families throughout the State of South Carolina. The Authority's responsibilities include ensuring that owners and their properties comply with the terms of a Housing Assistance Payments Contract and associated HUD regulatory guidance.

Responsibilities of the MOR Coordinator

This position provides the opportunity to learn about and/or apply an extensive knowledge and understanding of the regulatory requirements associated with the administration of HUDs Project-Based Rental Assistance program and the associated compliance requirements. There will also be opportunities to learn other duties and responsibilities associated with the Authority's contractual responsibilities under the Performance-Based Annual Contributions Contract.

• Coordinates and conducts on-site Management and Occupancy Reviews of properties in the Authority's Project-Based Rental assistance portfolio to ensure owners/agents comply with applicable HUD regulations and policy guidance.
• Performs and/or follows-up on physical inspections to determine that owners/agents have remediated exigent health and safety issues.
• Enters required review data into HUD and other applicable database software.
• Completes, finalizes and provides associated MOR results to property owners/agents for appropriate action.
• Conducts follow-up activities to ensure all identified deficiencies are corrected properly and within established timelines.
• Assists with regulatory research and development of review procedures to ensure an effective and efficient review program.
• Works with program management to develop or revise processes to resolve concerns identified during Quality Control reviews or external audits.
• Develops and provides training and technical assistance to staff, owners/agents and other industry partners related to all aspects of the Management and Occupancy Review requirements and processes.
• Assists in addressing and resolving tenant issues/complaints.

Agency Minimum Requirements*

A high school diploma and three (3) years of full time experience in housing subsidy programs, property management, housing finance or other related housing fields.

* Candidates must specifically meet the Agency Minimum Requirements or an equivalent combination of education and experience to be considered for this position.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and process time sensitive materials in a fast-paced environment. Must interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to regulatory requirements and contractual obligations. Can exercise judgment and discretion to make sound decisions supported by facts. Possess strong technical skills, with proficiency in all Microsoft Office products. Ability to perform complex tasks in Microsoft Access and Excel, such as report design/generation, spreadsheet design/layout and calculations/formulas, and experience accurately keying data into existing databases. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, coworkers, external partners, and customers with a wide range of program related experience. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to write letters and other business-related correspondence that are professional in appearance and content. Maintain organized, accurate, and updated files. Present training and provide technical assistance to owners/agents through oral presentations conducted at workshops and implementation meetings. Must be able to lift and carry files, books and reports weighing up to 20lbs. Must be able to perform filing, desk work and operate general office equipment. Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged or intermittent periods of time while sharing, gathering or presenting information to other staff members or external parties. Employee must be able to perform these tasks with or without reasonable accommodations. SC Housing is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (Including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).

A Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field and two (2) years of full time experience in housing subsidy programs, property management, housing finance or other related housing fields.

What makes us Different?

We are a state governmental agency but one unlike you've encountered before. We operate much more like a private sector business. We are a self-sustaining operation that offers rental and homeownership products, and services. As a result, we face many of the same regulatory, market, and financial hurdles of private sector financial institutions. Our clear advantage to employees is that we offer challenging, and meaningful work but with an appropriate work-life, home-life balance as well as excellent state government benefits. Now we're looking to reinforce our team with a person who is energetic, brilliant, and talented.

Our Benefits Package:

• Accrued Paid Time Off (15 days annual/vacation leave per year and 15 days sick leave per year)
• 13 paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• PEBA Perks
• Free Telehealth Visits for State Health Plan members
• Free Health Coaching for State Health Plan members
• State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Programs 401k and 457 plans
• MoneyPlus (tax-favored accounts program) Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs (PerksCard, TicketsatWork, and WeSave)
• Casual Fridays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (after 6 months of employment)
• And much, much more!

Location, Location, Location:

The Palmetto State offers something for everyone. Located in the Midlands, Columbia is both the state capital and South Carolina's second-largest city. It is just a short commute to the state's beautiful beaches and gorgeous mountains. Sunny summers and mild winters allow residents to experience the outdoors year-round, a plus considering that Lake Murray is just minutes away. Great universities and colleges, minimal commute times and friendly people make South Carolina the ideal place to build your future.

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