Website Summary

Trak group is partnering with a local housing organization seeking an experienced Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Compliance Specialist to oversee regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and internal auditing activities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring adherence to HUD regulations, federal and state requirements, and affordable housing program standards while supporting operational efficiency and program integrity.

The ideal candidate brings extensive knowledge of Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs, strong analytical skills, and experience identifying compliance risks and implementing corrective actions. This opportunity is well-suited for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys regulatory research, process improvement, and collaborating with leadership to strengthen program performance.

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Monitor, interpret, and communicate updates to HUD regulations, federal and state requirements, and agency policies.

• Ensure HCV program operations comply with applicable regulatory requirements and internal procedures.

• Conduct compliance reviews and internal audits of participant, landlord, and program files.

• Review documentation and processes related to:

  • Participant eligibility and income verification

  • Annual and interim recertifications

  • Rent calculations and housing assistance payments

  • Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contracts

  • Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections

  • Project-Based Voucher (PBV) requirements

  • Fair Housing and reasonable accommodations

  • Hearings, terminations, and VAWA compliance

• Identify compliance deficiencies, documentation gaps, and potential regulatory risks.

Auditing, Risk Management & Process Improvement

• Evaluate internal controls and operational procedures to identify compliance vulnerabilities.

• Prepare audit findings, compliance reports, and recommendations for corrective action.

• Monitor corrective action plans to ensure deficiencies are resolved.

• Analyze audit results and compliance trends to identify recurring issues.

• Recommend improvements to policies, procedures, workflows, and internal controls.

• Partner with HCV leadership to improve program effectiveness, accuracy, and accountability.

Training, Reporting & Program Support

• Develop and deliver compliance training to HCV staff.

• Provide technical assistance and regulatory guidance on HUD requirements and program administration.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on HCV compliance and regulatory interpretation.

• Prepare compliance reports, performance metrics, and management dashboards.

• Maintain accurate audit documentation and supporting records.

• Assist with HUD audits, SEMAP reviews, independent audits, and regulatory monitoring activities.

• Collaborate with internal departments to strengthen program integrity and operational performance.

• Maintain confidentiality of participant, landlord, and organizational information.

• Support special projects and additional compliance initiatives as assigned.

Must-Haves

• Associate degree and a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in affordable housing, Housing Choice Voucher administration, compliance, auditing, or a related field.

• Thorough knowledge of HUD regulations and HCV program requirements.

• Strong understanding of:

  • Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs

  • Participant eligibility and income verification

  • Recertification requirements

  • Housing Quality Standards (HQS)

  • Fair Housing regulations

  • Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) requirements

  • Reasonable accommodations

• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to evaluate documentation, identify compliance issues, and recommend corrective actions.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Strong commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

• Relevant HUD or affordable housing compliance certifications.

• Experience conducting compliance monitoring, quality assurance reviews, or internal audits.

• Previous involvement with HUD reviews or SEMAP assessments.

• Experience using housing management software.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with data analysis, compliance reporting, and performance dashboards.

• Background developing policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Experience providing regulatory training and technical assistance to staff.

• Demonstrated success identifying compliance trends and implementing process improvements.