HCV Compliance Specialist-Yardi software experience is preferred

Responsible for monitoring and evaluating compliance within the Voucher Programs. Must manage and analyze a large volume of detailed information while maintaining the broader perspective of continued improvement of business processes and systems. Will work collaboratively and cross-functionally within the management team to uphold program integrity and advance the mission of the Authority.

Ensure compliance with regulations, rules, policies, and procedures that govern the Housing Authority’s administration of housing programs and properties, which includes HUD Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher.

Ensures Agency’s Section 8 Administrative Plan are in compliance with federal regulations.

Audit and enforce all program regulatory documentation, including maximum income limits, flat rents, targeted leasing requirements, utility allowance schedules, property rent schedules, tenant selection plans, tenant file components, and Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plans

Perform internal audit of tenant files.

Prepares reports of deficiency findings or Vice President of Financial Services.

Attend Meetings as needed or as requested to further the mission of the Authority Reports program/policy violations, abuses and fraud to CFO and President/CEO.

The above list is identified as “General Duties” for this position and is not intended to

include all task. Other duties may be assigned.

Review of income certifications and annual eligibility certifications to ensure each file

maintains proper organization and documentation.

Assist with training material and updates to ensure compliance with the HCV Program

regulatory requirements and fair housing standards.

Review and monitor compliance policies and procedures of the HCV Program and

communicate any items of concern with CFO., action, deadlines, and priorities are established by procedure, the supervisor, or the

employee, depending on the assignment. The employee without supervisory direction

initiates routine duties. Instructions to the employee may be general or specific in

nature. Problems or situations not covered by instructions are usually referred to the

supervisor for resolution. The employee’s work is reviewed periodically for accuracy,

completion, and compliance with policies and procedures.

The employee has no supervisory responsibilities.

Guidelines

The employee refers to Authority and HUD guidelines and to computer accounting

applications manuals for performing work. These guidelines cover most job-related

situations although the employee occasionally is required to use independent judgment

in making decisions. If guidelines do not cover a situation, the employee consults the

supervisor or makes a decision based on the circumstances.

Complexity

The employee performs a variety of routine and generally related tasks. The course

of action is determined by established procedure, the supervisor, or the employee.

Tasks always have to be coordinated, integrated, and/or prioritized. Some computer

applications may be difficult to accomplish and require resourcefulness and extra

effort by the employee. The employee may make decisions regarding unusual

circumstances on occasion.

Scope and Effect

The employee’s work affects Authority employees and residents. Successful

accomplishment of tasks by the employee ensures that management is provided

accurate and timely financial and other information to make informed decisions.

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with a minimum of two years’ experience.

Six years of progressive experience in accounting or finance may be substituted for a

college degree.

Knowledge of automated systems and related matters.

Knowledge of HUD regulations and Authority policies, procedures, and practices.

Knowledge of the Affordable Housing Disposition Program regulations.

Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices and

techniques, basic bookkeeping principles, record keeping procedures, computerized

spreadsheets and specific departmental procedures.

Good knowledge of general office procedures and practices, business English

arithmetic.

Skill in operating computer equipment and general office machines.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with other

employees, vendors and other business contacts.

Bondability.

Valid Texas driver’s license.

regarding rental accounts and resolve problems; and (2) to provide assistance to

Authority personnel.

Physical Demands

Work is principally sedentary, but may involve some physical exertion, such as

kneeling, crouching, and lifting to obtain files and records, and eyestrain from

working with computers and other office equipment.

Work Environment

Work involves the normal risks or discomforts associated with an office environment

but is usually in an area that is adequately heated, lighted and ventilated.

Pay: $19.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance