Compliance Specialist II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +8 more states.

📋 Description

• Take responsibility for overseeing and tracking annual recertification timelines throughout the portfolio, ensuring recertifications remain on schedule.

• Create and distribute annual recertification notices to residents promptly and accurately, in collaboration with site teams and compliance personnel.

• Track recertification completion rates and proactively alert Compliance Leadership and site teams about any outstanding items.

• Keep well-organized recertification tracking logs and guarantee that all documentation is current in property management and compliance systems.

• Identify recurring patterns or systemic issues that lead to recertification delays and escalate these with suggested solutions.

• Assist Compliance Specialists in processing and tracking move-in applications and recertification files as needed based on workload.

• Aid in collecting, verifying, and entering applicant income, asset, and household details in accordance with program guidelines.

• Provide assistance to site teams regarding program requirements and necessary documentation.

• Help prepare move-in and recertification files for audits conducted by investors, state agencies, or internal teams.

• Act as a resource for Compliance Specialists on complex inquiries, compliance processes, and program requirements.

• Support Senior Compliance Specialists with file review activities during busy periods or tight deadlines.

• Assist in the preparation of compliance reports for investors, state agencies, and internal leadership as assigned.

• Contribute to audit preparation efforts by ensuring files are well-organized and ready for review.

• Help monitor compliance activities and reporting deadlines, escalating any concerns as necessary.

• Provide coverage for the Compliance Specialist position during both planned and unplanned absences, including processing and tracking move-in applications and recertifications.

• Cover the Senior Compliance Specialist role during absences, which includes file review, escalation triage, and support for team functions.

• Ensure service continuity and compliance standards are maintained across both roles during coverage periods.

• Actively engage in skill development related to file review, quality control, and compliance mentorship in preparation for advancement to a Senior Compliance Specialist role.

• Participate in training, coaching, and knowledge-sharing opportunities alongside Senior Compliance Specialists and Compliance Leadership.

• Exhibit growing expertise in LIHTC and other affordable housing program requirements.

• Take on additional compliance-related projects and responsibilities as they arise to enhance expertise.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Must possess 3–5+ years of experience in affordable housing compliance.

• Previous experience in annual recertification processing and tracking is strongly preferred.

• Experience in supporting or covering multiple compliance functions is advantageous.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple processes simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.

• Solid understanding of affordable housing compliance requirements, including LIHTC and related program guidelines.

• Excellent organizational abilities to monitor portfolio-wide recertification timelines and proactively identify issues.

• Strong communication and customer service skills when interacting with applicants, residents, site teams, and compliance colleagues.

• Ability to quickly adapt to coverage responsibilities across various role levels.

• Familiarity with property management or compliance software preferred (e.g., Yardi, Rent Café).

• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a growth mindset aligned with progression towards a Senior Compliance Specialist role.

• Alignment with Roers Companies’ core values: Passion – dedicated to your work and the individuals you serve; Work Ethic – reliable, accountable, and focused on results; Teamwork – collaborative, communicative, and goal-oriented; Integrity – committed to honesty, fairness, and ethical decision-making; Ownership Mindset – proactive, solution-oriented, and responsible for outcomes.

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Family Leave - Paid birth & bonding leave.

• Employer Paid Benefits - Basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability.

• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Life Insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance.

• 401(K) - 3% company contribution, fully vested after 2 years of employment.

• Competitive PTO - 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 9 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and bereavement leave.

• Health and Wellness - fitness membership reimbursement program.

• Free stays in Roers’ properties guest suites.

• Rent Discount - 20% discount for employees residing in Roers Companies properties.

• Employee Referral Bonus Program - $2,500 referral bonus paid once the referred candidate completes 60 days of employment.

• Charitable Match Program – Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations.

• Professional Development Opportunities.

• Employee Assistance Programs.