Essential Functions
The Compliance Specialist II position is nonsupervisory with no direct reports. The Compliance Specialist II conducts on-site audits to assess compliance with federal housing regulations. This position requires a high attention to detail, strong knowledge of Section 8 regulations and frequent local travel. Some overnight travel will be required.
1. Conduct on-site audits to assess compliance with federal housing regulations;
2. Review all relevant data related to the on-site audit prior to conducting the MOR;
3. Conduct in depth analysis of documentation to determine compliance with regulations;
4. Compile findings and communicates results;
5. Prepare monitoring documents and reports in accordance with L.A. LOMODs policies, procedures and tools;
6. Review MOR report responses and compose additional information requests or closeout letters;
7. Prepare and mail or email correspondence to owners/agents and HUD;
8. Maintain, input and log every step of each process with accuracy;
9. Enter data into the appropriate Housing and Urban Development (HUD) systems, logs and software;
10. Perform administrative duties such as mileage reports, out of town travel requests and Personal Expense Statements;
11. Complete work professionally, with attention to accuracy;
12. Responsible for the quality of the documents submitted;
13. Maintain a positive working relationship with property owners and agents;
14. Local and overnight travel required;
15. No authorities;
16. Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
1. Ability to plan and institute procedures for reviewing, analyzing, rating and reporting on compliance with HUD policies and procedures;
2. Strong knowledge of HUD Section 8 policies, procedures, and regulations and ability to understand and interpret other legal documents;
3. Competent with Microsoft Office products, web browsers, basic office machinery, and a solid grasp of basic mathematics;
4. Ability to organize, establish priorities for work, and coordinate multiple deadlines;
5. Meticulous attention to detail and complex guidelines;
6. Ability to compose professional quality documents, letters, and memos;
7. Capable of resolving complex operating problems;
8. Maintain confidentiality of all information gathered on behalf of LOMOD which is not otherwise available to the general public;
9. Accurately interpret and apply program information when providing information to others;
10. Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and schedules and meeting productivity requirements in the face of changes, obstacles or other unexpected events;
11. Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with diverse groups including LOMOD employees, tenants, property owners and agents and community partnerships, some of whose members may be under significant personal stress;
12. Ability to work independently from home with minimal supervision;
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and/or training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. Resumes may be included but may not be submitted in lieu of application content. Only the most-qualified applicants will be considered and may be invited to the interview and selection process.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.
HIRING INFORMATION:
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION:
Testing Accommodations: If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call (213) 252-5400 for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.
NOTE: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
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