Affordable Housing Compliance Manager

Affordable Housing Compliance Manager

Location: Chicago, Illinois 60647 Date Posted: October 26, 2026 Job ID: 15880 Employment Type: Contract Pay rate: 40/hour

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an experienced Affordable Housing Compliance Manager on behalf of an established nonprofit affordable housing organization in Chicago, IL. This is an immediate, temporary opportunity for an affordable housing compliance professional to provide critical coverage, oversee tenant file compliance, and support active and upcoming property audits.

The ideal candidate brings several years of direct, hands-on experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)/Section 42 compliance, HUD-assisted housing programs, tenant certifications, and affordable housing regulatory requirements. This position requires someone who can immediately step in, independently review compliance files, identify deficiencies, and collaborate with property management teams to ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

PERKS

• Competitive hourly compensation of 35.00–40.00.

• Immediate opportunity with an established, mission-driven affordable housing organization.

• High-impact assignment supporting essential housing compliance operations.

• Opportunity to leverage specialized LIHTC, HUD, and affordable housing compliance expertise.

• Consistent weekday schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently review, audit, and approve or deny affordable housing tenant certification files, ensuring compliance with LIHTC/Section 42, HUD, and applicable layered housing program requirements.

• Partner with Property Managers to prepare for MOR, REAC, INSPIRE, and other regulatory audits, identifying documentation deficiencies and coordinating corrective actions.

• Oversee initial tenant certifications, annual recertifications, file accuracy, and compliance documentation across affordable housing properties.

• Utilize OneSite to manage compliance records, maintain resident information, generate reports, and support property management compliance processes.

• Monitor affordable housing waitlists, tenant eligibility documentation, move-ins, transfers, and recertification requirements to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with property management leadership to resolve compliance issues, maintain audit readiness, and support consistent application of affordable housing policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Minimum of 3 years of direct, hands-on affordable housing compliance experience, including demonstrated expertise in LIHTC/Section 42 regulations, tenant eligibility, certifications, and layered affordable housing requirements.

• Required: Experience reviewing affordable housing compliance files, preparing for regulatory audits, and addressing deficiencies. Familiarity with MOR, REAC, and INSPIRE audit requirements is highly valued.

• Required: Hands-on experience with OneSite property management software. Yardi experience is a plus but is not a substitute for OneSite proficiency.

• Experience with HUD-assisted and layered affordable housing programs, including Section 8, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Section 811, RAD, HOME, and other applicable housing programs. HOTMA knowledge or training is highly desirable.

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience with relevant LIHTC/Section 42 certification will be considered. Must be available to work onsite in Chicago, travel locally as needed, and begin the assignment immediately.

• COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE

• This temporary position offers 35.00–40.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. The assignment is expected to last approximately 4–6 weeks, with a Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM onsite schedule in Chicago, IL.

• Candidates must be available for an immediate start and able to travel locally between affordable housing properties as needed. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screening.