ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING

Address: 1110 W. Washington Street, Suite 280, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, in Arizona, to include in-office hoteling, based on the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 

Grade: 22

Salary determined by experience.

Open Until Filled

Reporting to the Compliance Program Manager, the Senior Compliance Coordinator completes compliance related duties and will play a lead role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF), State Housing Trust Fund (SHTF), Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), HOME Investment Partnership American Rescue Plan Program (HOME-ARP), SFRF, and Section 811 Project Rental Assistance (PRA) properties maintained and monitored by the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH). This position primarily oversees Initial (Close-Out), Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Site Visit audits and manages the Compliance Division's Annual Reporting Process. The successful candidate will also perform select site visits, coordinate division scheduling, and serve as reliable backup for all compliance activities, contributing to the stability and effectiveness of the compliance program. Duties include frequent travel and site visits within Arizona and occasional out-of-state travel for trainings. Other duties as assigned.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, in Arizona, to include in-office hoteling, based on the department’s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, shall be performed within Arizona.

Reporting to the Compliance Program Manager, the Senior Compliance Coordinator completes compliance related duties and will play a lead role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF), State Housing Trust Fund (SHTF), Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), HOME Investment Partnership American Rescue Plan Program (HOME-ARP), SFRF, and Section 811 Project Rental Assistance (PRA) properties maintained and monitored by the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH).

Lead and manage the process of Initial LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) close-out audits, ensuring new properties meet compliance standards. Conduct comprehensive on-site and remote compliance audits for various housing programs, including LIHTC, HOME, Housing Trust Fund, and Neighborhood Stabilization properties, involving both physical inspections and administrative file reviews. Oversee the Compliance Divisions Annual Report process. Manage accurate and organized record keeping of all monitoring activities, ensuring timely transmission of site review reports and submission of all IRS Form 8823s within 45 days of the correction period ending. Facilitate division scheduling meetings, provide technical assistance and guidance to stakeholders, assist in the development and delivery of compliance training, and serve as a reliable operational backup for all Compliance Division functions. Other duties as assigned.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, in Arizona, to include in-office hoteling, based on the department’s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Candidates must possess the requisite education or job-related experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position. This position requires a minimum of four years of experience in affordable housing compliance or a related field, along with comprehensive knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local housing guidelines, including those related to LIHTC, HOME, NHTF, State HTF, NSP, HOME-ARP, SFRF, and Section 811 PRA, as well as ADOH and general HR policies.

Proficiency in compliance management software, database systems, and standard office applications (MS Office Suite and Google Suite) is essential. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong organizational and project management skills, exceptional attention to detail, and proven ability to conduct detailed audits and analyze compliance data. The role demands excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, a commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards, and a willingness to travel frequently within Arizona for on-site visits.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.

By providing the option of a remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program. New ASRS members will have a 27-week waiting period for membership. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement.

Visit our website at housing.az.gov for further information about our agency.