Compliance Specialist II

Role Overview

• Own the monitoring and tracking of annual recertification timelines across the portfolio, ensuring no recertifications fall behind schedule.
• Generate and send annual recertification notices to residents in a timely and accurate manner, in coordination with site teams and compliance staff.
• Monitor recertification completion rates and proactively flag outstanding items to Compliance Leadership and site teams.
• Maintain organized recertification tracking logs and ensure all documentation is up to date in property management and compliance systems.
• Identify patterns or systemic issues contributing to recertification delays and escalate with recommended solutions.
• Assist Compliance Specialists with processing and tracking move-in applications and recertification files as workload requires.
• Help collect, verify, and input applicant income, asset, and household information in compliance with program guidelines.
• Provide guidance to site teams on program requirements and documentation needs.
• Assist in preparing move-in and recertification files for investor, state agency, or internal audits.
• Serve as a resource for Compliance Specialists on complex questions, compliance processes, and program requirements.
• Assist Senior Compliance Specialists with file review tasks during periods of high volume or tight deadlines.
• Support preparation of compliance reporting for investors, state agencies, and internal leadership as assigned.
• Contribute to audit preparation activities by ensuring files are organized and audit-ready.
• Help track compliance activity and reporting deadlines, escalating concerns as needed.
• Serve as coverage for the Compliance Specialist role during planned or unplanned absences, including processing and tracking move-in applications and recertifications.
• Serve as coverage for the Senior Compliance Specialist role during absences, including file review, escalation triage, and team support functions.
• Maintain service continuity and compliance standards across both functions during coverage periods.
• Actively pursue skill development in file review, quality control, and compliance mentorship to prepare for advancement into a Senior Compliance Specialist role.
• Participate in training, coaching, and knowledge-sharing opportunities with Senior Compliance Specialists and Compliance Leadership.
• Demonstrate growing proficiency in LIHTC and other affordable housing program requirements.
• Take on additional compliance-related projects and assignments as opportunities arise to broaden expertise.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have 3–5+ years of affordable housing compliance experience.
• Experience in annual recertification processing and tracking strongly preferred.
• Prior experience supporting or cross-covering multiple compliance functions is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
• Solid understanding of affordable housing compliance requirements, including LIHTC and related program guidelines.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to monitor portfolio-wide recertification timelines and flag issues proactively.
• Effective communication and customer service skills when working with applicants, residents, site teams, and compliance colleagues.
• Ability to adapt quickly to coverage responsibilities across multiple role levels.
• Experience with property management or compliance software preferred (e.g., Yardi, Rent Café).
• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a growth mindset consistent with advancement toward a Senior Compliance Specialist role.
• Alignment with Roers Companies’ core values: · Passion – care deeply about your work and the people you serve. · Work Ethic – reliable, accountable, and committed to results. · Teamwork – collaborative, communicative, and focused on shared goals. · Integrity – committed to honesty, fairness, and ethical decision-making. · Ownership Mindset – proactive, solution-oriented, and accountable 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, 100% vested after 2 years of employment
• Competitive PTO
• 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 9 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and bereavement
• Health and Wellness
• fitness membership reimbursement program
• Free stays in Roers’ properties guest suites
• Rent Discount
• 20% discount for employees living in Roers Companies properties
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• $2,500 referral bonus paid once referred candidate completes 60 days of employment
• Charitable Match Program – Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programs