Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist
HUD Section 8 | Project-Based Section 8 | LIHTC
Location: Texas and Florida (Remote with Travel as Needed)
Although this position is fully remote within Texas, the ideal candidate will be based in Austin, TX or Dallas, TX to best support the assigned portfolio and travel requirements.
Company: Rainey Property Management
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist with hands-on expertise in HUD Section 8, Project-Based Section 8 (PBRA and/or PBV), and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs to support a portfolio located in Texas and Florida. This role is responsible for ensuring ongoing compliance with HUD, IRS, and state housing agency requirements, supporting audits and monitoring reviews, and providing technical guidance to property management teams.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating multi-state compliance requirements, MORs, and investor reviews.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with:
HUD Section 8
Project-Based Section 8 (PBRA/PBV)
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)
Review and approve:
Initial, annual, and interim income certifications
Verifications of income and assets
Rent calculations, HAP rents, and utility allowances
Monitor adherence to:
HUD Handbook 4350.3 and related guidance
IRS Section 42 requirements
State agency compliance requirements for:
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)
Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC)
Support and coordinate:
HUD MORs and follow-up responses
State agency compliance reviews and file audits
Investor, syndicator, and lender audits
Conduct internal file audits and identify compliance risks
Track recertification deadlines, unit set-asides, income targeting, and rent limits
Prepare corrective action plans and ensure timely resolution of findings
Provide compliance guidance and training to site-level staff
Maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation in property management and compliance systems
Stay current on regulatory changes impacting HUD and LIHTC programs in Texas and Florida
Required Qualifications
Minimum 3–5 years of affordable housing compliance experience
Demonstrated experience with:
HUD Section 8
Project-Based Section 8 (PBRA and/or PBV)
LIHTC compliance
Working knowledge of:
HUD Handbook 4350.3
IRS Section 42 regulations
TDHCA and FHFC compliance monitoring requirements
Experience supporting MORs and state agency audits
Ability to independently review tenant files and income calculations
Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications
BOS, TCS, COS, or similar affordable housing certifications
Experience with mixed-finance properties (LIHTC + HUD layered financing)
Familiarity with compliance and property management software (ResMan, Yardi, OneSite, etc.)
Experience working with multi-state portfolios
Ability to travel periodically within Texas and Florida, as needed
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience and certification
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Supportive, compliance-focused culture
Opportunity to play a key role in maintaining regulatory excellence across multiple states