Housing Compliance Specialist

THERES NO PLACE LIKE HOM LOS ANGELES

Join us as we expand our efforts to end homelessness.

As a national leader in housing programs administration HOM Inc. is dedicated to building communities where the promise of home is a reality for everyone. We believe individuals families and communities are safer healthier and stronger when everyone has a home. In Arizona we work to end homelessness through centralized housing program administration for our provider partners guiding new property owners/managers through the financial benefits of housing programs and advocating among local leaders for increased funding and supportive services. Our team engages in meaningful work that advances our mission. Now we get the opportunity to expand this mission in Los Angeles as the centralized financial assistance administrator for Los Angeles Homeless Services Authoritys Time Limited Subsidy (TLS) programs.

Recognized as one of the Top 100 Companies to Work for in Arizona HOM is proud to bring its peoplefirst culture to California. We offer opportunities to make a real impact alongside generous pay benefits work/life balance and ample PTOjust a few of the reasons why theres no place like HOM.

The Housing Specialists manage a caseload of approximately 225 250 participants in the TimeLimited Subsidy housing program. Housing Specialists are responsible for the management of each participants entire participation in the housing program including the initial admission and movein interim and annual certifications unit transfers and program termination.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Program Support

• Maintain constant communication with various stakeholders via telephone email in person and utilizing Padmission platforms.
• Evaluate and verify participant income assets and expenses in accordance with HUD regulations and specific program guidelines.
• Calculate utility allowances.
• Determine unit gross rent eligibility.
• Collaborate with community housing navigators to support housing search and placement activities as well as property owner engagement and eligibility verification processes.
• Prepare Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) Contracts or Rental Assistance Agreements (RAA).
• Accurately calculate the total tenant payment (TTP) and Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) based on verified data.
• Process Requests for Tenancy Approval (RFTAs) and ensure timely submission.
• Conduct Rent Reasonableness reviews to validate rent levels at the time of RFTA submission.
• Complete interim and annual recertifications to ensure continued program eligibility and compliance.
• Coordinate and process unit transfers for program participants.
• Advocacy for program participants in the community.
• Process and submit participant program terminations to HOM partners for final determination.
• Access and utilize secure systems and databases to verify participant information and support eligibility and compliance processes.

System Management and Data Integrity

• Maintain accurate and organized records in housing program databases such as Padmission Journey.
• Upload review and manage documentation to ensure files are complete and in compliance with program requirements.
• Process updates and changes to records to reflect current eligibility status or housing activity.
• Monitor data for accuracy and completeness across all system platforms.
• Ensure all documentation meets regulatory standards and internal quality assurance guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in housing programs with the ability to support housing stability through informed customerfocused service.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of data and documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Skilled in using and troubleshooting software platforms and providing support to external users.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills for engaging with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Highlevel interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and build relationships with various stakeholders.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for work processes and outcomes.
• Advanced problemsolving skills and adaptability in a fastpaced missiondriven environment.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a financial background check with no findings that impact the ability to fulfill compliance and role responsibilities.
• This role will have access to sensitive data including Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI) and must adhere to HOM Security and Privacy Policies.
• Team Member may use or disclose PII or PHI through the course of their financial duties listed above. All use and disclosure is subject to procedures outlined in Section 1.10 of the HOM Privacy Policies.
• Must demonstrate HOMs core competencies: Emotional Intelligence Expertise Ethics and Excellence.
• Valid California drivers license and uptodate automobile insurance.
• Willingness to perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelors degree in human services public administration business or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in housingrelated roles such as affordable housing programs landlord engagement or direct service with vulnerable populations.
• Experience with housing assistance programs tenant support or property management functions is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of LAHSA programs housing subsidies or landlord incentives is desirable.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

LEARN MORE ABOUT US

Taking care of people is central to our work which is why we offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive and generous benefits program.

HEALTH

Offering excellent medical dental and vision benefits HOM also provides employee assistance programs for physical and mental wellbeing.

WELLNESS

Because this is challenging work HOM is committed to providing monthly chair massages employee wellness program events and challenges blood drives and more.

SAVINGS

In addition to competitive pay save for retirement with employer matching and opportunities for financial planning. Other insurance benefits include life disability and accident insurance and more.

BALANCE

Ensuring a healthy balance between work and life is important. Because individual needs for time away from work are diverse we offer generous paid time off (PTO) including 13 paid National holidays.

FUN

At HOM were not afraid of hard work or a good time! To keep our team strong and connected our employeedriven Culture Committee strives to provide engaging opportunities all year round.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a short behavioral and cognitive assessment prior to advancing to an interview.

Drug Free Workplace:

HOM Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for drugs and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

HOM Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/vets. HOM Inc. is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over color disability gender identity genetic information military or veteran status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

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