Contract and Compliance Specialist — Public Housing

Job overview

The Contract and Compliance Specialist role is onsite in Saint Louis, MO; the listed salary is $50,000 per year. The position is in the St. Louis Housing Authority’s Asset Management Department and oversees third-party property management agents. The specialist monitors property and contract performance, supports compliance with HUD requirements, and coordinates with property managers and Authority departments. The work helps maintain effective public housing operations through analysis, inspections, reporting, training, and follow-up on identified deficiencies.

What you'll do

• Analyze data and prepare reports
• coordinate monthly meetings with property management agents
• monitor occupancy, vacancies, unit turnaround, and recertifications
• coordinate site-based waiting lists
• track crime-related issues
• monitor the Housing Authority Police contract
• conduct on-site reviews and inspections
• provide technical assistance and training
• audit electronic and physical files
• conduct monitoring visits and issue compliance letters when deficiencies are identified
• support the annual plan
• administer the Trespass and Ban Policy.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

contract and compliance specialist

public housing

saint louis mo

st. louis housing authority

asset management

hud compliance

property management

contract monitoring

inspections

data analysis

$50,000/year

public service loan forgiveness

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, vacation, sick and personal leave, holidays, 401(a) employer contribution equal to 12.7% of annual salary, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience; knowledge of public housing or contract management is preferred. A valid driver’s license and insurability are required.

About the employer

St. Louis Housing Authority is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Housing Programs. Sector: 92.