POSITION SUMMARY:

The Compliance Manager will focus on the quality assurance of Housing programs by reviewing and maintaining participant files for accuracy and consistently working within policies and procedures to ensure LIHTC and HUD regulations are being met. Additionally, the Compliance Manager with assist in the planning and execution of residential construction projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor, review, and update LIHTC and HUD affordable housing compliance forms, policies and procedures.
• Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of residential construction projects.
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and local government officials to ensure that housing standards and regulations are met.
  • Assist in financial oversight, such as cost estimation, budget management, and financial reporting to stakeholders.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the specified quality standards.
• Act as Section 504 Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to nondiscrimination requirements.
• Collaborate with Landlord Attorney on lease termination cases.
• Complete environmental reviews as needed (i.e., new property purchase, rehabbing properties, and new construction).
• Conduct Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) self-assessment, develop performance improvement plan, and complete the Annual Performance Report (APR).
• Advise administrative staff on fair housing requirements and resident complaints.
• Participate in applicant interviews and final acceptance or denial decisions.
• Complete recertification of tenant’s files.
• Conduct periodic audits of tenant files to ensure compliance with program documents.
• Maintains accurate and complete audit reports.
• Collaborate with other housing staff on various compliance responsibilities.
• Assist with HUD Pre-NSPIRE inspections and Management and Occupancy Reviews.
  • Produce a summary report of findings with a list of recommendations for compliance and/or correction.
• Research and assemble information from various sources for the preparation of records, reports, etc.
• Compose correspondences, reports, and memorandums for the Housing Director.
• Attend job-related training courses, workshops, and classes as directed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. 
• Provide outstanding customer service to external and internal customers.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Database and all other office applications.
• Skilled research and analysis techniques, and in creating forms and policy documents.
• Ability to work well and with a high degree of accuracy in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations and make sound judgments.
• Ability to work independently and interdependent in a positive and productive manner.
• Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgement.
• Maintain confidentiality and securing sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn new skills and be a team player.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Two (2) years of college education in a related field with a minimum of four (4) years related work experience; OR any combination of training and experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Two (2) years’ experience with LIHTC, Market Rate Housing Rentals, and Hud regulations.
• Two (2) years’ demonstrated experience auditing files for compliance with government programs or working with affordable/public housing programs.
• Two (2) years' experience with project management.
• Two (2) years’ experience with tenant screening, enforcing evictions, managing tenants, enforcing lease agreements, collecting rent, property maintenance, marketing properties, carrying out inspections.
• Alaska driver license and clean driving record. 
• Clean state and federal background check.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Knowledge and experience of Knik Tribe’s Service Area and Knik Tribe’s Programs.
• Adequate understanding of all Microsoft Office Applications.
• Capable of basic maintenance for general office equipment and multi-line phone systems.
• Must pass a criminal background check and be free of barrier crimes.
• Alaska Driver License and clean driving record.
• Knowledge and application of professional and ethical conduct as guided by Knik Tribal Council Personnel Manual Section 8.1.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

NATIVE PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975 (PL 93-638) and as further guided by Knik Tribe Native Preference Policy 6.120, Knik Tribe maintains preference in all phases of employment for Alaska Native, American Indian (AN/AI) and Native Hawaiian people, including direct lineal descendants and foster or traditionally adopted children. Also included are non-Native head of household member of Native families, which includes foster or traditionally adopted Native children.

DETAILS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Location: Housing Department – 1831 W Nicola Ave, Wasilla, AK 99654
• Supervisor: Housing Director
• Schedule: Monday – Friday. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Full-time (40 hrs/week), full-year position.
• Salary: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour DOE/E. Plus full benefits: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leave and holidays, and retirement plan with matching contributions.

To Apply: Submit Resume to:

Human Resources at hr@kniktribe.org

For more information or to download the job description visit www.kniktribe.org/careers