Compliance/ Occupancy Specialist

Sage currently is looking to hire an experienced Occupancy (Compliance) Specialist to work at our affordable apartment community Summercrest in National City. Under the direct supervision of the Community Manager the Occupancy Specialist will manage the new resident qualification process, re-certifications and overall resident file maintenance on-site

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 and Tax Credit) for all Move-Ins, Interims and Annual Re-certifications
Review, provide written response, and process household file applications for rental assistance and affordable housing programs within 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
Respond to compliance audit reports and submit to Portfolio Manager within 7-30-days
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
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:
Knowledge of the Tax Credit Program REQUIRED
Experience with HUD and Section 8 programs REQUIRED
Proficiency in Yardi Voyager preferred
Administrative skills
Organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic math proficiency required