Senior Compliance Specialist
About Us: KCG Companies is a leading vertically integrated real estate development and construction firm specializing in the development of sustainable multifamily housing. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and affordable housing is at the core of everything we do.
Position Summary: The Senior Compliance Specialist provides extensive monitoring, enforcement, and support to ensure program and regulatory compliance. This position is responsible for affordable housing compliance duties such as completing file audits assigned, enforcement of policies and procedures, special projects and serving as a resource to property staff regarding compliance.
Requirements
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform the full scope of reviewing initial applicant files and recertification file reviews for approval prior admittance or continuation to ensure all files are within policy, in compliance with the properties individual required programs and meets the states monitoring agency guidelines.
- Assist properties during Lease up and/or acquisition, with leasing and processing applicant files either onsite or remotely, as needed.
- Assists and/or Submits HUD OCAF increase and/or HOME rent schedules.
- Assist with AFHMP, TSP’s, 2530, 9839-B, 9832’s, and EIV policies and procedures.
- Perform trainings for onsite team members on eligibility, affordable policies and program requirements
- Oversee implementation of new rents, income limits and Utility allowances into the software and distribute this information to on-site staff and supervisors.
- Perform monthly audits on Initial files and Annual recertifications. Report audit findings to Compliance Director and assist management with recommendations to develop appropriate action plans to address identified risks.
- Respond to State and Investor Audits for submission and corrections if required.
- Ensure NAUR form documentation is completed and sent to community and NAUR report is updated when applicable.
- Attend weekly meeting/calls with supervisor to review/discuss any open or pending compliance issues.
- Keep line of communication open with Regionals and team members for lease ups and properties under strict goals for occupancy and/or stabilization.
- Perform with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting.
- Contributes to Compliance leadership in developing compliance policies, procedures and forms.
- Assists the Director of Compliance with preparing regulatory information on new properties.
Knowledge and Qualifications:
- Must hold HUD (COS, BOS, ACE) and/or Affordable Designations (HCCP, C3P, NCP) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date
- Must be able to demonstrate eligibility requirements of the affordable program.
- Requirement: minimum 5 years in HUD program management.
- Prefer Acquisition/Rehab with HUD layering experience
- Experience with OneSite, preferred.
- Experience in Microsoft programs, Monday.com and State online reporting systems
Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with a team of professionals across various disciplines.
- Professional and positive interaction with subordinates, peers, and supervisors.
- Maintain a positive attitude and cooperative working relationship with all employees.
- Ability to recognize and manage priorities.
- Demonstrate good judgement in reporting and solving issues.
- Exhibit a “Can Do” Attitude.
- Function independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating good planning skills.
- Ability to multi-task effectively.
- Show initiative in taking on additional responsibilities as schedule allows.
KCG Values:
- Accountability - We don’t let others let us fail.
- Collaboration - We support each other across departments.
- Entrepreneurship - We work with an ownership mindset; own the work, the problem and the solution.
- Commitment - We create dynamic communities and foster long-term relationships.
- Transparency - We act responsibly and communicate authentically.
Physical Demands/ Work Environment:
The duties of this position are usually performed in an outdoor setting. The employee may be exposed to fluctuating outdoor temperatures and other weather conditions while moving from one location to another. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently required to stand, walk, sit, or use hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies:
- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy
- Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
- Values diversity and promotes a harassment-free environment.
- Treats people with respect and keeps commitments
- Inspires the trust of others
- Works with integrity and ethically
- Upholds organizational values.
- Be part of a team that is focused on values and committed to building better lives through better communities.
- Grow in your career with our development opportunities.
- Thrive in our collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Enjoy our industry-leading benefits package and competitive compensation.
- Know that your work makes a positive impact on the lives of those in our communities.
EEOC Statement: All employment decisions at KCG Companies are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Qualified candidates are recruited without regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender, and sex.
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited submissions from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted without prior agreement from our HR team will be considered as the property of KCG Companies, and we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidates without any obligation to any third-party recruiter or agency.