Occupancy & Compliance Manager

UNAVAILABLE; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k/ retirement plan

Education and training (Gilbane U)

Job summary

Gilbane is seeking an Occupancy & Compliance Manager for Livingston Place in Washington, DC to lead occupancy strategies and ensure LIHTC compliance. You will oversee waitlists, income certifications, and occupancy reporting while maintaining regulatory accuracy and leasing performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5+ years in leasing or property management, with LIHTC experience preferred. Strong leadership, data accuracy, and PM system proficiency are essential, along with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 3–5+ years leasing/property management experience.
• LIHTC (Section 42) experience and familiarity with income certifications preferred.
• Professional certification such as HCCP or COS preferred.
• Experience managing LIHTC properties in Washington, DC preferred.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills; proficiency with MS Office and property management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes strategies to maintain strong occupancy levels.
• Oversees waitlist management in accordance with LIHTC and Fair Housing requirements.
• Monitors unit turnover timelines and coordinates vacancy readiness.
• Oversees income certifications and recertifications to ensure compliance with IRS Section 42.
• Reviews and approves applicant files prior to final certification.
• Ensures rent limits, income limits, and utility allowances are properly applied.
• Maintains audit readiness and supports compliance reviews.
• Administrative file preparation and documentation tasks.
• Provides coaching, quality control review, and performance feedback.
• Ensures accurate data entry and compliance tracking in PM systems.
• Generates and reviews occupancy and compliance reporting.
• Guides residents and applicants on eligibility and lease requirements.
• Resolves escalated leasing or compliance concerns.

Skills

LIHTC knowledge

Income certifications

Supervisory experience

MS Office

OneSite RealPage

Leadership

Regulatory detail

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

HCCP/COS certification

Tools

OneSite RealPage

Job description

Overview

The Occupancy & Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing leasing performance and LIHTC compliance execution at Livingston Place, a senior living facility in Washington, DC. This role serves as the primary leader for occupancy and regulatory coordination, ensuring that leasing goals are achieved while maintaining strict adherence to affordable housing requirements. The Occupancy & Compliance Manager is accountable for regulatory accuracy, leasing strategy execution, and overall occupancy performance at the property.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes strategies to maintain strong occupancy levels
• Oversees waitlist management in accordance with LIHTC and Fair Housing requirements
• Monitors unit turnover timelines and coordinates vacancy readiness
• Oversees income certifications and recertifications to ensure compliance with IRS Section 42 and applicable regulations
• Reviews and approves applicant files prior to final certification
• Ensures rent limits, income limits, and utility allowances are properly applied
• Maintains audit readiness and supports internal and external compliance reviews
• Administrative file preparation and documentation task
• Provides coaching, quality control review, and performance feedback
• Ensures accurate data entry and compliance tracking within property management systems (e.g., OneSite RealPage)
• Generates and reviews compliance and occupancy reporting
• Provides professional guidance to residents and applicants regarding eligibility and lease requirements
• Resolves escalated concerns related to leasing or compliance matters

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3–5+ years of leasing or property management experience, preferably within affordable housing environments
• Professional certification such as HCCP, COS, or equivalent preferred
• Experience managing LIHTC properties in Washington, DC preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong working knowledge of LIHTC (Section 42) requirements
• Experience reviewing income certifications and eligibility documentation
• Supervisory or team-lead experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management software
• Familiarity with OneSite RealPage or similar systems preferred
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• High attention to regulatory detail
• Ability to balance leasing performance with compliance integrity
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Washington, D.C. this ranges from $53,100.00 - $72,490.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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