Lease-up Compliance Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2124, Wylie Avenue, Middle Hill, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States
About Trek Development Group
TREK Development Group is a Pittsburgh-based real estate development firm specializing in building innovative and sustainable communities. Our mission is to Create Value, Enhance Lives and Strengthen Communities.
At TREK, we believe the right cultural fit is just as important as possessing the skills and qualifications for the job. Our core values—Aesthetics, Alignment, Collaboration, Compassion, Inclusiveness, Quality, Commitment, Empathy, Humility, Integrity, and Responsibility—are best described in our commitment to TREK's Hospitality Covenant. This covenant outlines our core practices:
- To treat everyone with the kindness we all want.
- To do our own part to take care of the place where we live and work.
- To take the time to help each other achieve our goals and aspirations.
We believe that every member of the team is important to the success of the community and together we are committed to providing high-quality, community-focused housing.
About the Role
We are currently seeking an engaged and passionate professional to serve as a Lease-up Compliance Specialist for a newly developed property. Under the direction of the Lease-up Manager, this role is responsible for managing all resident file compliance activities during active lease-up for PBRA-assisted and LIHTC & HOME regulated properties.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and experienced with LIHTC lease-ups and third-party audits. As Trek continues to expand, we are seeking a Lease-up Compliance Specialist to support lease-up operations across a growing portfolio. This position ensures that applications, certifications, and resident files are processed accurately, submitted timely, and fully audit-ready in accordance with HUD, PHFA, investor, and internal Trek compliance standards.
Note: This position is estimated to begin in mid-June of 2026.
Application Instructions
If this sounds like a fit for your passion, skills, and experience, we look forward to hearing from you. Please visit our website to learn more about Trek Development Group at http://trekdevelopment.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TREK Development Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Work location
Work model: On-site
2124, Wylie Avenue, Middle Hill, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct LIHTC and PBRA eligibility interviews in accordance with HUD and PHFA requirements
- check_circleProcess applications through a third-party compliance department from intake to approval
- check_circlePrepare and submit initial and final RPC submissions and address deficiencies as needed
- check_circleOrganize and maintain resident files using Trek checklists and internal standards
- check_circlePrepare resident files for full PHFA file audits including internal pre-audit reviews
- check_circleSupport audit responses and resolve compliance findings
- check_circleCollaborate with leasing and property management teams during active lease-up
- check_circleEnsure all resident files are complete, accurate, and audit-ready at all times
Requirements
- verifiedMinimum 2–3 years of affordable housing compliance experience
- verifiedStrong working knowledge of LIHTC, HOME, PBRA and HUD eligibility requirements
- verifiedExperience with compliance submissions and approvals
- verifiedFamiliarity with PHFA audits and investor compliance requirements
Nice to Have
Lease-up experience for newly constructed or rehabilitated properties. Experience working with investor reporting and file reviews.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleEmployer-paid long-term disabilitycheck_circleEmployer-paid basic life insurancecheck_circle401k with employer contribution
