Compliance Specialist - Affordable Housing

Company: HumanGood Community Support Center
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 2, 2026

Job Description:

At HumanGood, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live with enthusiasm, confidence and security regardless of physical, social or economic circumstances. That's why we offer affordable housing for people 55 and older with low incomes. Beyond simply building more affordable housing, the Affordable Housing division of HumanGood raises the bar in environmental and program design, innovative support services and ever-improving quality standards. We are seeking a Compliance Specialist-Affordable Housing to join the HumanGood team. This position develops, monitors, and maintains HUD and Tax Credit and other regulatory occupancy compliance at the affordable housing communities under the supervision of the Senior Compliance Specialist and Director of Compliance. Key duties and responsibilities include, but may not be necessarily limited to: Performing file audits of resident initial certifications, re-certifications and/or interim reviews; reviewing and auditing income verifications, asset verifications, lease amendments, etc. Supporting 20-25 HumanGood Affordable Housing ("HGAH") locations in Northern California Serving as the primary resource when staff needs a response to questions on policy, procedures, rules and regulations. Enhancing HGAH’s compliance capacity via clear communication, information sharing, and mentoring of HGAH staff. Assisting Administrators in preparing for Management Reviews. Developing and maintaining relationships with HumanGood corporate office executives and support staff, Affordable Housing Administrators, persons from regulatory agencies, housing authorities, contractors, vendors, consultants, and city government officials. What you need to be successful in this role: 5 years' of current or prior rental housing management experience Current or recent Affordable Housing experience Knowledge of HUD & Tax Credit occupancy regulations File auding expertise and experience working with investors, auditors, and regulatory program agencies Property management principles and practices knowledge with particular reference to government-assisted or other assisted housing operations and administration HUD & Tax Credit Occupancy Specialist or equivalent certification; COS or similar certification is preferred or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire. Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Valid driver’s license Annual salary range for this position is $82,000 - $85,000 (DOE). This is a HYBRID role (50% travel), visiting communities in the greater San Francisco area. What's in it for you? As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living communities in California and one of the largest in the country, we are more than just a place to work. We are here to ensure that all we serve are provided with every opportunity to become their best selves as they define it, and this begins with YOU. At HumanGood, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself on top of an incredible package of benefits and perks for our part-time and full-time Team Members that can add up to 40% of your base pay. Full-Time Team Members: 20 days of paid time off (increases with years of service), plus 7 company-paid holidays 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1 st of the month following your start date $25Tax per line Cell Phone Plan Tuition Reimbursement 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program Find additional benefits here: www.HGcareers.org Part-Time/Per Diem Team Members: Medical benefits start the 1 st of the month following your start date Matching 401(k) $25Tax per line Cell Phone Plan Come see what HumanGood has to offer! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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