COMPLIANCE MANAGER

Sage Apartment Communities is rapidly growing Real estate Investment Company, based in Irvine, California with a billion dollar plus multifamily portfolio. Sage owns and operates Conventional and Affordable Housing for families, seniors and mixed use communities. We offer excellent opportunity for career development, competitive salary, great benefits, and fun work environment. Become a part of a winning team that promotes professional growth and advancement!

Sage currently seeks an experienced Compliance Manager to be based at our Corporate Headquarters in Irvine.  Under the direct supervision of the Director of Compliance the Compliance Manager will review and approve new resident applications and assist with all compliance relate issues throughout our national portfolio.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep current on all updates and changes in affordable housing programs and requirement
• Verify and Test income and asset verification of tenant files for applicable housing programs (HUD, USDA Rural Development and Tax Credit) for all Move-Ins, Interims and Annual Recertification's
• Review, provide written response, and process household file applications for rental assistance and affordable housing programs within to the compliance department
• Ensure all applicable housing program regulated forms are in file and properly completely
• Perform necessary on-site file audits
• Preserves and respects resident and applicant confidentiality
• Ensure all Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Reports are completed on time
• Assist with completion of MOR/LIHTC/State Agency reviews
• Ensure HAP Payments are submitted on time, HAP Reconciliation, Special Claims
• Travel to properties and assist with the REAC process as needed
• Assist with HUD annual rent increases, contract renewals, utility analyses, and RCS.
• Ensure the accuracy of the waiting list of applicants for housing to determine applicant eligibility
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Management

 QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 plus years' in affordable housing compliance experience in Project Based Section 8, USADA Rural Development and/or Tax Credit
• Affordable Housing Compliance Certification LIHTC/HUD/HOME or Certified Occupancy Specialist highly preferred
• Proficiency in Yardi Voyager preferred
• Able to work patiently and professionally with residents while providing exceptional customer service
• Highly motivated and able to work independently Ability to handle pressure due to complexity and time sensitivity Excellent organizational skills and attention to details
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math proficiency required

 BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays, Bonus Program and 401K Retirement Plan.