Oregon Housing & Community Services Hiring for Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst (CS) at Salem, OR  Full Time

Initial Posting Date:

12/18/2023

Application Deadline:

01/02/2024

Agency:

Oregon Housing and Community Services

Salary Range:

$5,483 – $8,416

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst (CS3)

Job Description:

Agency – Oregon Housing & Community ServicesPosition – Senior Regulatory Compliance AnalystJob Class – Compliance Specialist 3Location – Salem, OR (Hybrid)

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is looking for a candidate with a strong quality assurance background who is passionate about helping low-income Oregonians identify safe, decent, and affordable housing options across the state.If you want to make a difference in other people’s lives, we want you to come grow with us and apply today!

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION

OHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.

Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.

Our Core Values: Collaboration – Compassion – Equity – Integrity – Leadership – Transparency.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• This submission requires a Cover Letter.

• Working Condition: Hybrid > This position has some requirements for in-person work.

• This position is permanent, full time, and represented by SEIU.

• Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be considered and interviewed before external applicants.

• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• This position has driving as an essential function. Candidates must maintain a current, valid driver license and an acceptable driving record. Driving records will be reviewed by Human Resources on an annual basis. If candidates do not drive, they can utilize an acceptable alternate method of transportation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

This position will administer quality assurance policies and procedures to ensure consistent, accurate, and timely performance. This position will perform quality control on reports and customer service to partners and develop and oversee continued process improvement plan. This position will also track and report on the performance of resident service plans, Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing plans and response to tenant concerns. This position will perform regulatory research and attend industry training to keep staff updated on program changes and update policies and procedures as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five (5) years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations. Three (3) of the five (5) years must be above the technical support level.

Note: College-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three (3) years.

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DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:

• Knowledge and/or experience with affordable housing and rental properties.

• Knowledge and understanding of rental assistance programs.

• Have knowledge of and/or experience in LIHTC, OAHTC, and/or HOME regulations and guidelines.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Demonstrated awareness of race and social justice, including the ability to positively influence equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package!

• A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.

• An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.

• including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan ().

• The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors. Please see the website for more information.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

*These dates are approximate and may change.*

• Recruitment Closes: 01/02/24

• Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going

• Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going

• 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 01/08/24

• Presentation Assignment: Week of 01/15/24

• Final Interview/Assignment Presentation: Week of 01/22/24

• Anticipated Start Date: 02/20/24

APPLICATION GUIDANCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

• External applicants: View this . A PDF is also available by .

• REQUIRED: Attach your most up-to-date Resume. Please ensure your Workday profile matches your submitted resume.

• REQUIRED: Attach a Cover Letter that demonstrates how you meet the “Desired Attributes” for this position. Please limit to no more than two (2) pages.

• A Cover Letter that does not meet the required criteria will be graded as ineligible.

If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the HR Solutions Inbox at:

WHO WE ARE

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon’s housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty. Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.

OHCS is placing a greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the . The plan articulates the extent of Oregon’s housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.

OHCS released its to update the agency’s significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan.

To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website:

AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING DIVISION

OHCS’s Affordable Rental Housing Division serves as the state’s housing finance agency. OHCS provides financial support to create and preserve quality, affordable rental housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate incomes. The Affordable Rental Housing Division administers federal and state funded multifamily rental housing resources to facilitate the increased availability of safe, decent, affordable housing for Oregonians with low incomes. This includes the development of new multifamily rental units and the acquisition and rehabilitation of multifamily rental units; the preservation of existing subsidized multifamily rental housing and the long term maintenance of affordable rental housing through asset management and compliance, as well as managing HUD Section 8 Contract for the state of Oregon.

Affordable Rental Housing Division: Portfolio Administration Section

The Portfolio Administration Section of the Affordable Rental Housing division ensures the long-term viability of affordable housing built with public dollars across Oregon. The section monitors the financial viability, physical condition, management, and tenant eligibility of the funded projects and compliance with the state and federal rules and regulations associated with the funding sources, which is in excess of $1.4 billion of assets with over 1,500 properties. This section helps to ensure the existing affordable rental housing stock is safe and decent for the long term. This position is responsible for ensuring projects operate as anticipated while ensuring all federal and state compliance regulations are being met for up to 60 years after the project is built. This section also serves as the Performance Based Contract Administrator (PBCA) for project-based Section 8 housing in Oregon. These activities cover 253 contracts and nearly 9,700 units across the state. The section provides technical support to owners, managing agents, site staff, and residents. Section 8 is a critical federal resource providing affordable housing rental through private property owners across Oregon.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? LET US HELP YOU!

• If you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to and include the job requisition number.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the page for more details.

• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it may not be available to view after the job closes.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check.Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• Work Authorization: OHCS does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. If hired, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

• Veteran’s Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please see the following website: . NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.

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