Compliance Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Manage and monitor move-in applications, ensuring the review, verification, and approval of files within 3–5 business days of submission.

• Oversee and track annual recertifications, validating and approving files within 30 days of the effective date for annual recertification.

• Gather, confirm, and enter applicant income, asset, and household details in compliance with program guidelines.

• Verify that move-in files are complete and accurate prior to lease signing.

• Liaise with applicants, residents, and site teams to obtain any missing or clarifying documentation.

• Collaborate with property management staff to facilitate timely move-ins and meet occupancy targets.

• Maintain precise records within property management and compliance systems.

• Monitor application status and communicate updates to Compliance Leadership, property staff, and regional managers.

• Aid in preparing move-in files for audits conducted by investors, state agencies, or internal teams.

• Contribute to the creation of annual compliance reports.

• Work alongside senior compliance staff and managers to address deficiencies and uphold compliance standards.

• Provide guidance to site teams regarding program requirements and compliance procedures.

• Undertake additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.

• 3-4+ years of experience in affordable housing compliance is preferred.

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple certifications simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.

• Strong communication and customer service skills essential for interaction with applicants, residents, and colleagues.

• Familiarity with property management or compliance software, such as Yardi or Rent Café, is preferred.

• Previous experience in affordable housing or compliance is highly desirable; candidates demonstrating a strong work ethic and willingness to learn may receive training.

• Alignment with Roers Companies’ core values is essential.

• Successful completion of a criminal background check and motor vehicle record report is mandatory.

• Completion of the required Culture Index survey is necessary.

• Employment eligibility must be verified through E-Verify.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Plans - Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA.

• Paid birth & bonding leave.

• Employer-paid basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability coverage.

• Options for voluntary life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance.

• 401(K) plan with a 3% company contribution, fully vested after two years of employment.

• Three weeks of PTO with immediate accrual.

• Nine paid holidays.

• One floating holiday.

• Bereavement leave.

• Fitness membership reimbursement program.

• Complimentary stays in Roers’ properties guest suites.

• 20% rent discount for employees residing in Roers Companies properties.

• $2,500 employee referral bonus payable after the referred candidate completes 60 days of employment.

• Charitable Match Program.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Employee Assistance Programs.