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Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist
Job Location:
Job Location:
Kansas City, MO - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 24 - 26
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
21 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Affordable Housing Compliance Specialist
Cohen-Esrey Communities LLC. is currently seeking a Compliance Specialist for our Tax Credit & HUD properties. This position can work from our corporate headquarters in Merriam KS or be remote with the ability to travel 10% as join our team and experience our AMAZING culture!Applicantsmustreside in one of the 16 states we operate in: CO FL IA IL KS KY LA MN MO NC NE OK SD TN TX WI. Position is remote.
Company Overview
Cohen-Esrey is dedicated to building thriving communities by developing quality affordable mixed-income and market-rate housing that makes a difference. We manage approximately 120 properties in 17 states and are continuing to add more at a rapid pace. You will discover that not only do we take care of our residents but we also take care of our team. Company culture is very important to us. We empower people to thrive!
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision
- Voluntary Life and Disability Benefits
- 401(k) company match
- Education Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities Include:
- Reviewing and entering income limits utility allowances gross rent schedules and rent schedules
- Providing ongoing compliance training for property managers
- Assisting in the completion of all annual and quarterly reporting
- Advising and assisting with any issues pertaining to files or paperwork needed for inspections
- Investigating and resolving certification errors as needed
- Assisting with Department of Homeland Security (Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements) desk tickets
- Creating recertification spreadsheets for properties
- Completing and documenting the file review process
- Processing special claims
- Investigating all issues within the OneSite system and contacting RealPage if necessary to complete any corrections
Qualifications
- High School or GED
- Proven experience with Property Management software such as TRACS and OneSite
- Proven experience with Microsoft Office EIV HUD Secure Systems and RealPage
- Valid drivers license
- Personal Smart Phone technology required
- Ability to travel 20% as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with MOR Inspections with state agencies
- Multiple state experience/knowledge of affordable properties
- Familiar with multiple low-income/affordable program layering
Compensation*$24.00 - $26.00 / hour
*Final agreed-upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
To be hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug test. Cohen-Esrey is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Headquartered in the Kansas City suburb of Merriam, KS, Cohen-Esrey’s roots in real estate go back to 1970. Since then, we have operated more than 81,000 apartment units in 630+ properties located in more than 250 cities and towns across 22 states. In the process, we provide rewarding ... View more
