Senior Compliance Manager

Make a difference and join the DCA Team! DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living. We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

OUR MISSION

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

OUR VISION

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

OUR CULTURE

We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference. Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work

General Description

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player.

Overview of Job:

The Senior Compliance Manager will provide comprehensive operational oversight of the Office of Portfolio Management's Compliance departments. Primary focus areas include, but are not limited to, ensuring DCA meets all federal compliance reporting requirements, formalizing and improving internal processes to ensure timely and accurate work from all team members, quality review of compliance inspections, audits, resident concerns, reporting, project concept changes, management changes, and special project property processes as needed, representing DCA during conferences and partner meetings, directly managing at least 3 staff members, and managing vendor and jurisdictional relationships. The Senior Compliance Manager provides direct support to the Office Director and Assistant Office Director and will work to improve portfolio outcomes. This position will provide the internal quality control of the department processes to ensure adherence to various funding program rules and internal DCA policies. The Senior Compliance Manager will monitor processes to identify potential risk that may lead to exposure for the department with federal regulatory agencies and external partners. Additional tasks include assessing, recommending and implementing policies and procedures and directing subordinate staff. This position demands a willingness to stretch and grow - offering opportunities for leadership, development, and public speaking.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years' experience managing staff OR Six years of related professional experience AND Two years managing staff. Note: A combination of education and experience at agency discretion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Review of Internal Revenue Service and Treasury Guidance related to the Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program including but not limited to the 8823 guide, Private letter rulings, Technical Advice Memos, IRS Notices, Regulations, and attorney opinion letters and provide technical advice to staff and customers from this guidance.

2.Oversight of required reporting and forms related to LIHTC and the HOME Partnership Program including but not limited to 8610 filings and issuance of 8823s.

3.Primary conduit with Internal Revenue Service, Treasury, and office legal counsel regarding legal and programmatic issues related to the monitoring of multifamily properties funded with Low Income Housing Tax Credits and/or HOME Partnership funds or other Affordable Housing financing resources.

4.Preparation and implementation of quality control and performance audits of internal procedures and processes for department compliance with statutory and program requirements of Section 42.

5.Conduit for all audits of DCA Compliance monitoring programs including GHFA audit, HUD audits, Inspector General Audits, Government Accounting Audits, and Treasury Audits.

6.Oversight of operational processes for affordable multifamily housing including but not limited to rent increases, utility allowance changes, and casualty losses.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Active HCCP Certification or equivalent

• Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

• Work independently to develop work plans and strategies to meet the department's needs and obligations

• Prioritize, track, and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision ensuring effective execution of assigned tasks and projects

• Respond to inquiries, phone calls, correspondence, and email in a timely and responsive manner

• Communicate effectively to convey ideas, issues, goals and interface effectively and professionally with department staff, external partners, and agency representatives

• Review and comprehend technical documents such as federal housing regulations and associated policies and procedures

• Manage escalation of troubled properties including communicating and tracking deliverables with owners, managers, legal counsel, and elected officials

• Ability to effectively manage, mentor, and train staff

• Knowledge of the principles, policies, procedures, and regulations used in auditing and/or compliance work

• Knowledge of regulations and requirements of the federal housing programs being monitored

• Knowledge of the IRS 8823 Guide

• Skilled in using computer databases to maintain records of compliance

• Ability to consistently and objectively identify project deficiencies and non-compliance with program standards

• Effective oral and written communication skills

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability to use available information to develop viable action items in compliance with the agency's policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

• Ability to review, analyze and develop formal written presentations relating to a variety of issues involving portfolio compliance oversight

• Ability to respond appropriately in challenging situations and serve as a resource to team members and internal/external stakeholders

• Ability to assess and evaluate internal controls for programs and processes;

• Ability to present ideas, facts, conclusions and recommendations clearly, concisely and logically both orally and in writing

• Ability to develop recommendations on a wide variety of complex management issues relating to portfolio management, compliance and regulatory oversight, tracking, oversight of consultants, and training

• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with program participants and staff

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need an accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at

(404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigations and motor vehicle reports.

Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Four years of related experience OR Associate's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of experience, Two years of which in a position directly related to the area of assignment OR Two years of experience required at the lower level Complnc Specialist 2 (RCP061) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require a certification or licensure. Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.

Additional Information

• Agency Logo: Requisition ID: REG03SF

• Number of Openings: 1

• Advertised Salary: $85K-$89K

• Shift: Day Job

• Internal Contact Name: Tara Montgomery

• Internal Contact Email: tara.montgomery@dca.ga.gov

• Posting End Date: Apr 21, 2024