Compliance Specialist, Affordable Housing - Cortland Preston North
Job Description
At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.
Role Overview
As the Compliance Specialist, you’ll ensure affordable housing compliance for the property by maintaining regulatory accuracy, supporting audits, and serving as a subject matter expert across applicable housing programs.
Compliance Oversight & Regulatory Expertise
- Oversee and maintain affordable housing compliance for assigned affordable housing property.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on affordable housing regulations, including LIHTC, Project‑Based Section 8, Tax‑Exempt Bonds, and HOME.
- Monitor regulatory and policy changes and ensure timely implementation of compliance requirements.
Application Processing & File Management
- Guide potential residents through the additional qualifications and verification necessary for the affordable housing leasing process with confidence and care, making it a stress-free, and enjoyable journey that reinforces our brand promise of better living.
- Stay organized and disciplined to ensure timely follow-up and consistent engagement.
Rent, Income, & Program Administration
- Establish and maintain compliant rents, income limits, and utility allowances.
- Ensure accurate, complete, and timely compliance reporting by maintaining reliable tenant, rent, and eligibility data used for internal tracking, agency submissions, and stakeholder reporting.
File Review & Audit Readiness
- Conduct file reviews to confirm eligibility, documentation accuracy, and ongoing regulatory compliance.
- Prepare for and respond to agency file and physical audits, including follow‑up documentation and corrective actions.
Partnerships & Training
- Partner with property management teams to identify compliance risks and implement adjustments.
- Maintain effective working relationships with housing agencies, contract administrators, investors, and syndicators.
- Provide guidance and training to onsite associates on affordable housing compliance requirements as needed.
Professionalism & Brand Alignment
- Maintain integrity, accountability, and reliability in all aspects of performance.
- Maintain a polished, approachable presence that reflects our premium brand standards in every interaction.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in affordable housing compliance.
- Demonstrated experience with LIHTC compliance; experience with Project‑Based Section 8, Tax‑Exempt Bonds, and HOME preferred.
- Experience responding to agency file and/or physical audits.
- Experience completing required affordable housing agency reporting.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local affordable housing regulations.
- Ability to maintain accurate compliance data and documentation across systems and reports.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
About Cortland
Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.
Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.
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