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Occupancy and Compliance Specialist

Gilbane Building Company, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview The

Occupancy and Compliance Specialist

ensures that the affordable housing property operates within all legal, regulatory, and program requirements. This role focuses heavily on managing tenant arrears, implementing rent-collection strategies, and conducting direct resident engagement, including fieldwork and door knocking—to support successful tenancy and regulatory compliance. The specialist also oversees leasing functions, annual/interim certifications, and ongoing file audits to maintain full adherence to program rules.

This is an on-site position, required Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Responsibilities

Leads all rent-collection efforts, including monitoring delinquency reports, contacting residents, and developing payment plans

Conducts proactive outreach such as door knocking, unit visits (as appropriate), and on-site resident engagement to resolve arrears

Collaborates with residents to identify barriers to payment and connect them with rental‑assistance programs or supportive services

Maintains accurate documentation of all arrears activity, communications, and payment arrangements

Conducts detailed file audits to ensure adherence to HUD, LIHTC, PACT, and Fair Housing regulations

Prepares for and support agency monitoring visits

Processes annual and interim recertifications, including income verification and rent calculations

Manages applicant waitlists, conduct interviews, and oversees move‑in/move‑out processes.

Supports occupancy goals by ensuring units are leased efficiently and in full compliance with program rules

Maintains organized, confidential, and up‑to‑date tenant and compliance files

Prepares monthly occupancy, arrears, and compliance reports for management

Conducts on‑site visits, door knocking, and community outreach to engage residents regarding arrears, certifications, and compliance needs

Serves as an on‑the‑ground representative of the property, building trust and supporting positive resident relationships

Qualifications EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

2–5 years in affordable housing compliance, property management, or rent collection

COS, LIHTC, TCS, or similar certification preferred

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong understanding of HUD, LIHTC, PACT, and local housing authority regulations

Proficiency with Yardi or comparable housing‑management systems

Strong communication and conflict‑resolution abilities

Comfort with fieldwork, door knocking, and direct resident interaction

High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

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 (Insert State) this ranges from $50,900.00 - $68,970.00 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.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations : Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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