Federal Compliance & Regulatory Specialist (Section 3 / BABA

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Peñate Consulting is seeking a specialized Compliance & Regulatory Specialist to manage federal and state regulatory requirements for client projects. This role ensures compliance with Section 3, BABA, civil rights laws, and federal procurement standards.

This contractor plays a critical compliance and documentation role across all projects.

Federal Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee Section 3 documentation including Self-Certifications, Action Plans, Previous Compliance Certifications, and Resident Skills Forms.
• Track Section 3 hiring, outreach, and contractor compliance per HUD/DCA guidelines.
• Manage Build America, Buy America (BABA) documentation for covered projects.
• Ensure compliance with:

Documentation & Monitoring

• Prepare civil rights documentation for monitoring visits.
• Maintain compliance files for 3+ years, as required by federal regulation.
• Conduct compliance checks for subcontractors and vendors.
• Support clients in completing required certifications and reporting forms.

Interdepartmental Support

• Provide compliance guidance to Grant Writer and Grant Administrator.
• Assist clients with required notices, public postings, and outreach documentation.
• Ensure procurement documentation meets federal standards.

• Prior experience with Section 3, BABA, Davis-Bacon, and federal civil rights laws.
• Strong knowledge of HUD and State CDBG regulations.
• Familiarity with federal procurement standards (2 CFR 200).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage complex documentation.
• Experience with municipal or state-funded projects preferred.

• 1099 Contractor
• Paid per project, per compliance package, or monthly retainer depending on workload.
• This role provides support across multiple client projects.