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# Compliance Specialist (Union City Office) at MidPen Housing

- **Company:** MidPen Housing
- **Location:** Union City, CA
- **Posted:** 2026-09-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-16
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/midpenhousing/jobs/4402926009

## Job description

## About MidPen

At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.

We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 142 properties is home to 22,800 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity.

Location: Union City Office

Compliance Specialist

The Compliance Specialist reports to the Senior Compliance Manager within the Property Management Division of MidPen Housing. The primary responsibility of a Compliance Specialist is to independently review and approve move-in applicant files for the Stable and Lease-Up Communities in our existing portfolio.

This is a hybrid position, based on current MidPen policy of working Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in the Union City Office. Monday and Friday, option to work from home or the office. When working from home, requires a reliable internet connection.

Responsibilities:

- Independently reviews and approves move-in files assuring applicants are program-eligible
- Maintains workload as assigned, using department tracking system
- Communicates outcome of file review to property using the File Review Sheet
- Participates in File Audits to confirm compliance with program requirements
- Maintains technical and professional knowledge by attending trainings as needed and becoming certified in HUD/LIHTC and all appropriate funding source certification programs
- Assists in responding to File and Compliance related questions as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

- High School Diploma or GED
- Willingness to obtain Tax Credit Specialist/Certified Occupancy Specialist certifications
- 2 years of experience in any of the following: Affordable Housing, Property Management, Leasing Agent, Compliance Specialist, Real Estate Agent, Loan Officer, Mortgage Broker, Administration or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- HUD experience required, including TRACS and voucher processing.
- Experience with Affordable Housing, Property Management and/or Program Compliance preferred
- Experience with property management software (e.g., Realpage, Yardi, Boston Post) preferred
- Blended Occupancy Specialist Certification preferred
- Tax Credit Specialist Certification preferred
- Certified Occupancy Specialist preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to adapt to changes in structures and work priorities
- Detail oriented
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License, proof of current auto insurance and reliable transportation
- Commitment to the Mission and Values of MidPen Services and MidPen Housing

Physical Requirements

- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks, frequently sitting
- Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds
- Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl

Working Conditions

- This is a hybrid position, based on current MidPen policy of working Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in the Union City Office. Mon and Fri, option to work from home or the office. When working from home, requires a reliable internet connection.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Pay Range

$33.46 - $37.65 Hourly - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications Benefits and Compensation (see [here for full details](https://housingcorp.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/TeamHumanResources/IQAANuraKh_uSoyxJu7hOAgVAQeufgLBERVoRrsy_cXBSLQ?e=87PnDz))

- Health Insurance
- Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Investment
- Employee Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits
- EAP Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
- Wellness Days

## EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please notify your recruiter. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

## About MidPen Housing

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: MidPen Housing is a non-profit developer, owner, and manager of affordable housing, providing high-quality homes and life-transforming resident services across Northern California.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Non-profit)
- **Headquarters**: Foster City, California, USA
- **Founded**: 1970
- **Founders**: A small group of Stanford University and Silicon Valley community and business leaders

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Affordable housing development, property management, and resident services
- **Target customers**: Low- and moderate-income households, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families in need of affordable rental homes in Northern California (B2C / community-oriented)
- **Mission statement**: “To provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need and to establish stability and opportunity in the lives of our residents.”

## Products & Services
- **Housing Development**: Delivers high-quality, affordable multifamily homes through site acquisition, community outreach, planning, entitlements, complex financing, and construction management.
- **Property Management**: Professional management across the portfolio, including operations, compliance, training, facility maintenance, and community relations.
- **Resident Services**: On-site comprehensive services supporting education, physical and mental health, and economic mobility, provided by staff and a network of 100+ service partners. Includes a $10 million Services Impact Fund for direct-to-resident programming and pilot initiatives.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (non-profit). Total assets are $3.2 billion (primarily real estate).
- **Key Metrics**:
  - Owns and manages **139 communities** with **10,000+ affordable homes** serving **22,000 residents**.
  - **4,000 homes** currently in the pipeline (construction, entitlement, or pre-development).
  - **$14 million** annually invested in resident services.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Partnerships with 100+ service providers; no external equity investors (funded through tax credits, grants, and debt financing typical of affordable housing non-profits).
- **Growth Signals**: “Growing faster than ever” – active in 12 Northern California counties with a significant development pipeline; recently celebrated the opening of Si Se Puede behavioral health campus in Watsonville; 170+ industry awards.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Integrated model**: Combines development, property management, and resident services under one roof, ensuring quality and alignment with mission.
- **Proven track record**: Founded in 1970, one of the most trusted non-profit affordable housing organizations in the nation with deep local expertise.
- **Award-winning design**: High-quality, beautifully designed communities near good schools, jobs, and transit.
- **Resident investment**: Dedicated $10 million Services Impact Fund and $14 million annual services budget – rare among affordable housing developers.
- **Policy influence**: Actively involved in advocacy, including California’s efforts to streamline affordable housing funding.

## Strategic Focus
- **Pipeline expansion**: Increasing the number of homes under development (4,000 units in the pipeline).
- **Resident services innovation**: Piloting new programs through the Services Impact Fund and expanding partnerships for education, health, and economic mobility.
- **Policy advocacy**: Working to create a predictable, well-funded housing finance delivery system at the state level (e.g., California streamlining affordable housing funding).
- **Geographic reach**: Serving 12 counties in Northern California with plans to grow further.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven culture**: Employees work directly on addressing the affordable housing crisis, with a sense of purpose and impact. “Change the world from your own backyard.”
- **Values**: Collaboration, accountability, respect, excellence, integrity. “Your Voice Matters” – collaboration invited at all levels.
- **Professional growth**: Opportunities for career advancement, education assistance, and mentorship. “You’ll grow daily as a MidPenner.”
- **Work environment**: Hybrid/office roles depending on position; corporate offices in Foster City and Oakland. Field positions at various community sites.
- **Notable perks & benefits** (2026 snapshot):
  - Comprehensive health, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance.
  - **Education Assistance**: Up to $3,000/year per eligible employee and family members (lifetime max $12,000) – courses need not be job-related.
  - **Employee Referral Bonus**: $750 after 90 days of hire.
  - **Retirement**: 0–6% employer contribution.
  - **Paid time off**: Includes holidays and **one paid 3-day weekend per month** (inferred from benefits materials).
  - **Employee Assistance Program** through Aetna Resources for Living.
- **Open positions**: 36+ roles listed across Asset Management, Property Management, Resident Services, Marketing, People Team, and Office of the COO (as of search date).

## Sources
1. [midpen-housing.org](https://www.midpen-housing.org/)
2. [Job Board (Greenhouse)](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/midpenhousing)
3. [Backgrounder & Fact Sheet (PDF)](https://www.midpen-housing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Backgrounder-and-fact-sheet-07-25.pdf)
4. [2026 Benefits Snapshot (PDF)](https://www.midpen-housing.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-MidPen-Benefits-Snapshot.pdf)

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