Senior Compliance Specialist

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State. A Civil Service exam is not required for this position. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined below to be considered.

NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State.

In pursuit of those principles, HCR has established a DEIA Committee, created a 5-year DEIA strategy plan, and developed a strategic plan to address Governor Hochul’s Executive Order 31. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including all people with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency. The Department of Empowerment, Compliance and Opportunities (DECO) is responsible for monitoring the procurement activity of the integrated housing agencies which includes six Public Authorities and one Executive Agency. The primary goal is to ensure economic opportunities within the HCR structure for Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses (MWBEs) and Service disabled & Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) statewide, which includes engagement, technical assistance, strategic planning, compliance monitoring and reporting. With the Governor’s mandate of 30% MWBE participation and a 6% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business participation, the impact is great.

Job Summary

As a Senior Compliance Specialist would ensure MWBE participation on construction projects statewide financed through HCR’s programs statewide. Specific responsibilities would include: Providing technical training and assistance to the project development teams Working with the program staff from HCR’s construction finance teams Providing quarterly reporting Providing technical assistance to the MWBE/SDVOB community Encouraging MWBE/SDVOB certification Lead a team of Compliance Specialist and coach peers Attending industry related conferences and events Represent HCR in statewide MWBE and SDVOB forums Analyze construction expenditure and MWBE/SDVOB utilization data to identify trends, discrepancies, potential risk and opportunities for improvement Monitor and report expenditures on projects financed by HCR programs Proactively identify gaps in reporting and recommend solutions to improve accuracy and accountability Creating and maintaining data analysis Evaluating and advising on the organization, methods, and procedures for providing administrative support systems such as records, communications, directives, forms, files, and documentation Throughout construction life cycle, attend and lead meetings with General Contractor, legal, finance/accounting and project management to ensure compliance.

Compile quarterly portfolio progress summaries with a team of Compliance Specialists Create strategic plan to bring deficient projects into compliance Review and compile good faith efforts performed by external stakeholders Assist in responding to audits, requests, and inquiries by supervising regulatory agencies Develop and maintain trusting relationships with employees on worksites Some travel within New York State This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with equivalent work experience.
• Proficient in use of various computer software
• Excellent written/communication skills
• Data analysis; experience in monitoring compliance with governmental housing regulations
• Knowledge of housing development process.

Who you are

Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience. Excellent oral and written communications skills Public speaking experience Experience overseeing data quality assurance, compliance, or related data and reporting. Strong skills in Excel, Power BI/Tableau, or similar data visualization tools. Experience supporting or leading data system implementation and working with software developers.

Knowledge of New York State MWBE and SDVOB reporting and goal-setting processes preferred. Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain data clearly to leadership. Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

What we offer

Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees’ Retirement System. Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays Opportunity for compressed scheduling 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Paid Family Leave Opportunity for compressed/flextime scheduling As a New York State employee, you may qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for an eligible employer. Additional SONYMA/HFA/AHC Benefits: Cash in for Wellness! This program provides you with the option of buying or renewing a health club membership of your choice or enrolling in a weight loss and or smoking cessation program, using your sick leave accruals.

Tuition reimbursement program – for job related and non-job related courses Vacation Leave Buy-Back program – Subject to approval, every year eligible employees may exchange previously earned and accrued vacation time in return for cash compensation (at employee’s daily rate of pay at time of exchange) Access to Plum Benefits – savings on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, tours, Broadway shows and more!

Optical reimbursement program – Employees are eligible for optical, hearing aid, and podiatric expenses not otherwise covered by insurance, with a maximum aggregate amount of $650 per year, per family. Unused yearly balances may be carried over to the next year for a maximum of $1300 About New York State Homes and Community Renewal: Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner Ruth.

Anne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State’s housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low and moderate income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development.

We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders. Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction. finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring.

Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies.