Regional Compliance Specialist (Upstate NY)

Regional Compliance Specialist

WinnCompanies is looking for a Regional Compliance Specialist to join our team located in the surrounding Buffalo, NY, Rochester, NY, Utica, NY areas.

The Regional Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures from WinnResidential and affordable housing agencies are communicated to, and implemented by site managers and senior staff within the assigned portfolio. You will also be responsible for delivering a network of training, completing compliance reviews, monitoring property-specific compliance requirements across program types, and providing direct support to the assigned portfolio to ensure properties are meeting or exceeding regulatory requirements across various agencies and organizations.

The pay range for this position is $65,000 to $95,000 annually. Final salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate's relevant experience, and other factors. The regular work schedule is as follows : Monday through Friday, from 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM.

Responsibilities

Perform regular on site and remote audits, both scheduled and unscheduled, and assist sites in preparation of, attend, and ensure timely and complete response to agency audit findings.

Manage and monitor efforts of various departments during lease up or program conversion of new and existing properties to ensure owner and investor expectations are met or exceeded.

Analyze and interpret regulatory documents to ensure proper setup of property management software for new and existing assets; manage and correct as necessary through helpdesk ticketing system.

Collaborate with Corporate Compliance to design, develop, and deliver trainings through either direct delivery or coordination with existing trainings provided through professional organizations.

Review, revise, disseminate, and implement policies and procedures to reflect new or changing agency and / or company requirements.

Collaborate with various departments to drive overall property performance through monitoring, reporting, communicating, and tracking key indicators of financial and programmatic requirements.

Provide direct support and routine accessibility to internal and external customers within the assigned portfolio through attendance at regularly scheduled meetings, conference or direct calls, email, and completion of helpdesk tickets.

Various other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.

5 - 8 years of related work experience with affordable housing programs.

Experience with computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office Suites.

A current driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.

Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

LIHTC and HUD experience.

Comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to organization.

Outstanding leadership and training skills.

Demonstrated organizational, record keeping, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Certified Occupancy Specialist, C3P, CAM, CAPS or similar designations.

NAHP, SHCM or similar designation.

Experience in regional managerial involving multiple properties.