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Compliance Specialist

Addison Group, New York, NY, United States


Job Title:

Compliance Specialist

Industry:

Property Management / Affordable Housing

Location:

Brooklyn, NY (Travel Required)

Assignment Type:

Direct Hire

Salary:

$85000 / Year + 10% quarterly bonus (depending on experience)

Work Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours/week)

Eligible for Overtime:

As needed

Travel:

Required between NY, NJ, and MA sites

Benefits:

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Company card provided for travel expenses.

About Our Client Our client is a growing affordable housing property management organization overseeing a portfolio of multi-state communities. They are expanding their compliance team to support continued growth across regulated housing programs.

Job Description Addison Group is seeking a

Compliance Specialist

to oversee regulatory compliance across a portfolio of affordable housing properties. This individual will conduct audits, support recertifications, collaborate with site teams, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local housing regulations.

The ideal candidate has direct experience working with government-regulated affordable housing programs and is comfortable traveling between multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities Affordable Housing Compliance

Conduct detailed file audits to identify missing documentation, calculation errors, or compliance gaps

Perform on-site reviews of resident files, including new move-ins, recertifications, and pending documentation

Maintain tracking logs for completed and upcoming audits

Partner with community managers to ensure corrections are implemented accurately and timely

Prepare documentation and support properties during regulatory audits conducted by state and federal agencies

Review applicant files to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs within the portfolio

Respond to site staff inquiries regarding income verification, asset calculations, rent limits, and compliance standards

Assist with implementation of updated income and rent limits, as well as utility allowance calculationsSupport annual contract renewals, rent adjustments, and monthly housing assistance payment tracking

Regulatory & Operational Adherence

Ensure compliance with affordable housing programs including:

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC)

Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)

Monitor adherence to Fair Housing, ADA, and other apartment industry regulations

Participate in safety and compliance training as required

Report regulatory violations, safety concerns, or operational risks appropriately

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing compliance standards and regulatory changes

Qualifications Experience:

Minimum 2 years of affordable/multi-family housing experience

Minimum 2 years of property management compliance experience

Direct experience working with HUD, HDC, and LIHTC programs required

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Yardi Voyager Property Management software

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Soft Skills:

Proactive and self-directed

Personable and confident communicator

Strong sense of urgency and accountability

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently while collaborating with multi-site teams

Education & Certifications:

Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or similar certification preferred

Additional Considerations

Must be willing and able to travel between properties in NY, NJ, and MA

Candidates should be prepared to discuss direct experience working with HUD, HDC, and LIHTC programs

Please confirm travel flexibility when applying

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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