Vice President of Compliance

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance Oversight
• Oversee setup and maintenance of compliance data and reporting configurations in Yardi to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Monitor and interpret changes in federal, state, and local regulations; update internal policies and provide guidance to ensure organizational readiness.
• Oversee quality control of third party reviews for all initial, annual, and interim resident certifications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage compliance audits, inspections, and program reporting for housing agencies, syndicators, and investors.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to address audit findings and ensure timely resolution.
• Oversee and handle reasonable accommodation and modification requests, ensuring timely review, approval, documentation, and compliance with Fair Housing, ADA, and Section 504 regulations.
• Prepare and maintain rent schedules in accordance with program limits and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of all required compliance reports, including IRS Form 8703, AOC reports, syndicator certifications, and monthly reporting.

Policies & Procedure Development

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Standardize compliance practices across the portfolio to promote consistency, transparency, and accountability.
• Maintain compliance binders for each property, containing relevant regulatory documents, program guidelines, property restrictions, and reporting requirements.
• Establish and maintain policies related to reasonable accommodations, and modification procedures, ensuring compliance with Fair Housing and accessibility requirements.

Training & Staff Development

• Design and deliver training programs for property management and leasing teams on affordable housing compliance requirements and procedures.
• Provide ongoing education on LIHTC, HOTMA, Fair Housing, ADA, and reasonable accommodation processes.
• Mentor compliance staff and support continuous professional development.

File & Data Management

• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all reasonable accommodation and modification requests and outcomes.
• Ensure all compliance documentation, including rent schedules, regulatory agreements, and audit reports are organized, secure, and easily accessible.
• Oversee accurate data entry and compliance tracking within Yardi, including unit restrictions, income limits, reasonable accommodation tracking, and reporting modules.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison with housing finance agencies, HUD, FHFC, investors, syndicators, and other regulatory partners.
• Collaborate with asset management, operations, and site teams to align compliance objectives with occupancy and financial performance goals.
• Provide subject matter expertise in reasonable accommodation and Fair Housing compliance across departments.
• Support cross departmental initiatives and participate in special projects as needed.

Education (or Equivalent Experience)

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Real Estate, or a related field.
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in affordable housing compliance.
Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management role.

Licenses or Certifications

• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP)
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS)
• Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO)
• Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) or equivalent

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Required

• In-depth knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, HOME, SAIL, BOND, SHIP, and NHTF programs and regulations.
• Strong understanding of Fair Housing, ADA, Section 504, and reasonable accommodation requirements.
• Experience with Yardi Voyager or similar compliance/property management platforms.
• Proven ability to lead compliance programs, manage audits, handle reasonable accommodation requests, and oversee regulatory relationships.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.