Regional Compliance Specialist (Western MA Region)

WinnCompanies

$85K — $90K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED required.
  • 5-8 years of experience with affordable housing programs.
  • Minimum 5-8 years in a compliance department role, including Low Income Housing Tax Credit experience.
  • Computer proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Current driver's license with good standing record.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular site and remote audits, ensuring compliance with agency standards.
  • Oversee coordination across departments during property lease-ups and program conversions.
  • Interpret regulatory documents for property management software setup.
  • Design and deliver training programs in collaboration with Corporate Compliance.
  • Update and implement policies based on agency and company changes.
  • Monitor and report on property performance indicators.
  • Provide ongoing support and accessibility to stakeholders in the assigned portfolio.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off and holidays including a floating holiday.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with savings options.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and paid life/AD&D insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
  • Programs for employee wellness and assistance, plus commuter benefits.
  • Flexible work schedules available for eligible positions.
Full Job Description
About the opportunity

WinnCompanies is looking for a Regional Compliance Specialist to join our team and support properties throughout the Western Massachusetts region.

The Regional Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures from WinnResidential and affordable housing agencies are communicate to, and implemented by site managers and senior staff within the assigned portfolio. You will also be responsible for delivering a network of training, completing compliance reviews, monitoring property-specific compliance requirements across program types, and providing direct support to the assigned portfolio to ensure properties are meeting or exceeding regulatory requirements across various agencies and organizations.

Please note that the pay range for this position is $85,000.00-$90,000.00 annually. Final salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate's relevant experience, and other factors.Additionally, the regular hybrid work schedule is as follows: Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform regular on site and remote audits, both scheduled and unscheduled, and assist sites in preparation of, attend, and ensure timely and complete response to agency audit findings.
  • Manage and monitor efforts of various departments during lease up or program conversion of new and existing properties to ensure owner and investor expectations are met or exceeded.
  • Analyze and interpret regulatory documents to ensure proper setup of property management software for new and existing assets; manage and correct as necessary through helpdesk ticketing system.
  • Collaborate with Corporate Compliance to design, develop, and deliver trainings through either direct delivery or coordination with existing trainings provided through professional organizations.
  • Review, revise, disseminate, and implement policies and procedures to reflect new or changing agency and/or company requirements.
  • Collaborate with various departments to drive overall property performance through monitoring, reporting, communicating, and tracking key indicators of financial and programmatic requirements.
  • Provide direct support and routine accessibility to internal and external customers within the assigned portfolio through attendance at regularly scheduled meetings, conference or direct calls, email, and completion of helpdesk tickets.
  • Various other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements:
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 5-8 years of related work experience with affordable housing programs.
  • Minimum 5-8 years of direct compliance department experience, including Low Income Housing Tax Credit and Project Based Section 8 affordable housing experience.
  • Experience with computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.
  • A current driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to organization.
  • Outstanding leadership and training skills.
  • Demonstrated organizational, record keeping, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Certified Occupancy Specialist, C3P, CAM, CAPS or similar designations.
  • NAHP, SHCM or similar designation.
  • Experience in regional management involving multiple properties.

Benefits & Perks
Eligible full-time U.S. employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, a floating holiday, and a day of service
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA, FSA, and dependent care savings options
  • 401(k) with company match and company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and career growth resources
  • Wellness programs, employee assistance resources, commuter benefits, and employee discount programs
  • Flexible work options for eligible positions


Learn more about our benefits at https://www.winnbenefits.com.

Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate's relevant experience, and other factors.

Internal candidates, please apply here: Internal Careers Hub

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