Compliance Manager (Temporary)

Responsibilities

Join us in transforming communities, learn more here. Related is launching a transformative new affordable housing development in Willets Point, Corona, Queens - and we’re looking for a detail-driven, mission-focused Compliance Manager (Temporary) to play a critical role in this milestone project.

In this key position, you’ll lead all compliance efforts related to the LIHTC lease-up phase, ensuring 100% adherence to federal, state, and local housing regulations. You’ll work alongside leasing, operations, and social services teams to guarantee a smooth, timely, and fully compliant move-in experience for hundreds of new residents.

Building Information

Willets Point | Related

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Oversight
• Supervise and support a team of 6–10 Compliance Specialists throughout the lease-up process.
• Provide ongoing training and performance management to ensure staff are proficient in LIHTC regulations, HOTMA implementation, and internal compliance protocols.
• Set weekly goals and workflows to keep pace with unit delivery and occupancy timelines.
• Train staff on annual recertification procedures and regulatory compliance across subsidy types.
• Filing Review & Quality Assurance
• Conduct detailed initial reviews of up to 150 files per week, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and program eligibility prior to submission to regulatory agencies.
• Establish a standardized review process and QA checklist to streamline file approvals and reduce error rates.
• Program Compliance
• Maintain a strong understanding of all compliance requirements for units restricted between 30%–80% AMI.
• Stay current on evolving regulatory guidance, including HOTMA, and ensure policy implementation is timely and consistent.
• Aid in the resolution of compliance flags or agency inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Agency Coordination
• Serve as the primary compliance liaison to city housing agencies for file submissions, approvals, and audits.
• Ensure timely responses to audit findings and implement corrective action plans as necessary.
• Workforce Housing Support
• Provide guidance and file review support to the moderate-income workforce housing team as needed, including units restricted to 100%–120% AMI.
• Assist with ensuring consistency in documentation and income qualification processes across both low-income and workforce units.
• Help train or cross-support team members working on workforce housing during peak periods or vacancy turns.
• Reporting & Administration
• Maintain accurate records of application statuses, approvals, and rejections.
• Prepare regular reports on lease-up progress, file readiness, and compliance trends.
• Support in the development of site-specific compliance policies and procedures.

Compensation

$90,000 - $95,000 + Discretionary Bonus

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off & holidays
• 401(K)
• Tuition reimbursement
• RBI Incentive bonus program
• Commute benefits
• Employee Assistance Program & more!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of LIHTC compliance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of HUD, LIHTC, and HOTMA regulations.
• Working knowledge of HPD Section 8, NYCHA, and CityFHEPS subsidy programs required.
• Ability to train staff on annual recertifications and regulatory workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines while managing competing priorities.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and support high-performing teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Yardi or similar compliance software preferred.
• LIHTC certification (e.g., HCCP, TCS) strongly preferred.