
Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist (LIHTC/HUD) Baltimore, MD.
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $35.00 - $38.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities
hybrid work environment
Job Description
Enterprise is a prominent national nonprofit organization dedicated to creating affordable housing solutions for millions of families across the United States who lack a safe and stable place to call home. Founded in 1982, Enterprise has made a remarkable impact by investing $92.0 billion to develop 1.1 million homes in all 50 states, including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The organization's mission centers on promoting community development by supporting local organizations, mobilizing capital for impactful housing projects, advocating for housing policies at all levels of government, and directly managing communities to ensure they are places of pride, power, and belonging. Enterprise is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its operations, empowering its team members to make systemic changes and advance racial equity through bold actions. The organization offers its employees opportunities to grow professionally within a supportive and inclusive environment, alongside some of the most knowledgeable and compassionate professionals in the affordable housing sector. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits and the ability to make meaningful contributions to society through their work.
The position of Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist (LIHTC/HUD) is a vital role within Enterprise that supports the organization's mission by ensuring the adherence to affordable housing regulatory requirements at the site level. Based in Baltimore, MD, this full-time hybrid role is responsible for overseeing compliance related to Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HUD, HOME, and other relevant affordable housing programs. The Compliance Specialist works closely with site managers, senior staff, and corporate leadership to communicate and enforce policies and procedures, conduct compliance reviews, and manage property-specific regulatory standards. Core responsibilities include training property management teams on eligibility and documentation requirements, monitoring lease-ups and resyndication processes for ongoing compliance, maintaining accurate records, and preparing timely reports for various regulatory agencies. The role demands a thorough understanding of federal, state, and local housing regulations, excellent organizational skills, proficiency with compliance management software such as Yardi, and strong communication capabilities. The Compliance Specialist often acts as the liaison bridging the gap between site operations and corporate compliance mandates to ensure properties continue to meet or exceed required standards throughout their lifecycle. Operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, the specialist must balance multiple priorities, apply critical thinking to resolve complex compliance issues, and foster partnerships that support Enterprise's mission to provide quality, affordable housing. The salary range for this position is $35.00 to $38.00 per hour, reflecting competitive compensation within the industry. This rewarding role offers the chance to contribute directly to the development and sustainability of affordable housing communities, providing both professional growth and the meaningful satisfaction that comes with building better living environments for families in need.
The position of Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist (LIHTC/HUD) is a vital role within Enterprise that supports the organization's mission by ensuring the adherence to affordable housing regulatory requirements at the site level. Based in Baltimore, MD, this full-time hybrid role is responsible for overseeing compliance related to Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HUD, HOME, and other relevant affordable housing programs. The Compliance Specialist works closely with site managers, senior staff, and corporate leadership to communicate and enforce policies and procedures, conduct compliance reviews, and manage property-specific regulatory standards. Core responsibilities include training property management teams on eligibility and documentation requirements, monitoring lease-ups and resyndication processes for ongoing compliance, maintaining accurate records, and preparing timely reports for various regulatory agencies. The role demands a thorough understanding of federal, state, and local housing regulations, excellent organizational skills, proficiency with compliance management software such as Yardi, and strong communication capabilities. The Compliance Specialist often acts as the liaison bridging the gap between site operations and corporate compliance mandates to ensure properties continue to meet or exceed required standards throughout their lifecycle. Operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, the specialist must balance multiple priorities, apply critical thinking to resolve complex compliance issues, and foster partnerships that support Enterprise's mission to provide quality, affordable housing. The salary range for this position is $35.00 to $38.00 per hour, reflecting competitive compensation within the industry. This rewarding role offers the chance to contribute directly to the development and sustainability of affordable housing communities, providing both professional growth and the meaningful satisfaction that comes with building better living environments for families in need.
Job Requirements
- Possess and maintain timely and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel to any community in the Enterprise Residential Properties portfolio, if needed
- Travel, including some out of state, overnight, and extended stay, may be required
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of three (3) years' experience in reviewing files presented by property management for lease up and resyndication, including certification of existing residents and new move ins
- Affordable housing compliance experience or knowledge of regulatory requirements related to affordable housing
- Knowledge of HUD, Tax Credit and State/Local programs is a must
- Ability to set priorities and maintain annual work plan progress
- Experience with technology solutions for compliance management and an understanding of how these work with the various funding layers
- Experience with Yardi preferred
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or relative employment experience
- Knowledge of affordable housing is required
- Advanced industry training credentials which authenticate understanding of rental housing programs
- Strong financial acumen
- Demonstrated ability to understand basic financial calculations
- Demonstrated experience in project management from inception to completion
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment demonstrating strong organizational and follow-up skills along with an ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact, in English, with a diverse group of associates, residents and external agencies
- Ability to apply reason, logic, and advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues
- Ability to read, in English, at a level sufficient to understand policies and procedures, safety notices, general business correspondence and/or documentation
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, Yardi or equivalent, and the ability to quickly master new applications
Job Duties
- Ensure compliance policies from ownership, management, and regulatory agencies (e.g., HUD, LIHTC, HOME, etc.) are implemented at the site level
- Train property managers and leasing staff on eligibility requirements, income verification, and documentation standards
- Serve as the compliance liaison between corporate leadership and on-site teams
- Oversee tenant file processing and approval during initial lease-up to ensure all residents meet program eligibility criteria
- Monitor leasing progress to align with regulatory deadlines and tax credit requirements
- Conduct pre-occupancy and initial compliance audits to identify and correct errors early
- Manage the transition process when properties are re-financed or restructured under new tax credits or funding programs
- Ensure continued resident eligibility and proper recertification during resyndication
- Help coordinate with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with new agreements and program rules
- Maintain accurate records for tenant eligibility, income certifications, and lease agreements
- Submit required compliance reports to various agencies on time
- Track critical deadlines such as recertifications, reporting dates, and compliance periods
- Stay up to date on changes in affordable housing regulations at federal, state, and local levels
- Interpret and apply rules across multiple programs (e.g., LIHTC, HOME, PBV, RAD)
- Provide guidance on how regulations impact leasing, operations, and tenant eligibility
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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