Affordable Occupancy and Compliance Specialist - Related

Affordable Occupancy and Compliance Specialists at Related Management Company (RMC) help prospective and current residents to qualify for affordable housing in the best-in-class properties we manage. You’ll help support applicants and residents in meeting program documentation requirements and advise them on the leasing, initial certification and recertification processes. You’re passionate about affordable housing and providing excellent service to those we serve – helping build communities where people have the opportunity to thrive.

Sound like you? Join us as an Affordable Occupancy and Compliance Specialist, and see what’s possible at RMC.

Essential Functions:

• Interview and process applications for new move-ins according to IRS Sec. 42 Low Income Housing Tax Credit (“LIHTC”) and state/local agency affordable program guidelines.
• Manage and complete all initial LIHTC certifications and annual recertifications in compliance with federal LIHTC and state/local agency affordable program guidelines, as well as initial and renewal lease and other supporting lease-related documents.
• Collect necessary documentation from current or prospective residents and process all necessary income and other verifications that may be required as part of the initial certification or recertification processes.
• Maintain accurate wait and transfer lists in compliance with federal LIHTC and state/local agency affordable program guidelines.
• Provide guidance to applicants and current residents regarding LIHTC program requirements and the initial certification recertification processes.
• Participate in marketing, leasing, and resident move-in experiences, including partnering with maintenance to ensure unit turn for move in.
• Prepare all required affordable housing compliance reporting for overseeing agencies.
• Maintain affordable leasing and marketing reports as required by business leaders.
• Support other site and office operations as assigned by manager.
• Provide best in class resident service to residents.

Benefits:

• Lots of paid time off (19+ days!) – we value your life outside of work.
• Customizable total rewards package – pick from our medical, vision and dental options, along with our life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program
• Financial wellness perks to set you up for success – such as 401(k), FSA & HSA, employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs.
• Mental health resources – such as counseling are available to our team members.
• Fertility benefits – such as surrogacy, adoption assistance and more!
• Paid time off to volunteer and we will match your charitable donations! We are a passionate team making real impact on the world!
• Grow with us – learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities are available…and so much more!

Compensation:

• $60,000 - $68,000.00 / yearly

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of LIHTC affordable housing compliance experience
• Fluent bilingual English and Spanish language skills, both written and oral.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills.
• Experience with Yardi or other property management systems preferred.
• Experience with LIHTC projects overseen by the State of Florida and/or Palm Beach County or the City of West Palm Beach is preferred, but not required.
• Nationally-recognized LIHTC compliance certification (e.g., TCS or TaCCs) is preferred, but not required

Work Environment: This is a 100% in-office position based out of RMC-managed projects located in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Related Management Company (RMC) is the leading innovator in managing real estate as an owner/operator. There is strength in numbers – RMC operates hundreds of properties in 22 states and Washington, D.C., providing our employees with unparalleled growth opportunities. Our portfolio includes affordable, workforce, market-rate, and luxury housing. We are passionate about exceeding quality expectations in every single asset class. As a subsidiary of Related Companies, we’ve been at the forefront of sustainability too, with most of our new developments pursuing LEED Silver certification or higher.

At RMC, we Welcome Everyone. It is our mindset that welcomed employees invoke welcomed residents. When you work here, you’re encouraged to be your best, authentic self. With persistent focus, we are strengthening internal mobility, employee engagement, and investing in leadership development to continuously improve the employee experience.

Related is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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