Associate/Sr. Associate, Regional Development – Affordable Housing/LIHTC

Lincoln Avenue Capital

Associate/Sr. Associate supporting affordable housing development initiatives at Lincoln Avenue Communities.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeSanta Monica • California, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $105,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare initial analysis of potential development opportunities, including scoring review, amenity identification, environmental factors, etc.
Track development approval timelines and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure due diligence items are completed and delivered on schedule. Support financing partners and consultants from site control through closing while maintaining accurate development schedules.
Coordinate and prepare financing applications, including LIHTC, RAD, HOME, CDBG, AHP, and other public and private funding sources, as required.
Set up and monitor project budgets and construction progress, and coordinate funding draws in collaboration with LAC Construction, Finance, and external partners.
Manage financing closing checklists and maintain accurate, up-to-date reporting in internal systems (e.g., Dealpath, Smartsheet).
Ensure clear documentation and tracking of zoning requirements, LIHTC commitments, and financing application assumptions.
Support cross-functional development team members with contract and proposal reviews, accounts payable coordination, and engagement with third-party partners, including architects, property managers, insurance providers, and general contractors.
Use AI tools to support project analysis, documentation, and reporting across development workstreams, with appropriate review for accuracy.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Highly detail- and process-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to keep development approvals and transactions on schedule.
Self-starter who can work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams and external partners.
Proven ability to build strong internal relationships and work cross-functionally across peer groups.
Commitment to LAC’s double bottom line mission—delivering appropriate investor returns while creating stable, high-quality communities for residents.
Demonstrated experience supporting real estate closings and/or coordinating legal documentation, with knowledge of or exposure to affordable housing development.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and project management skills (including maintaining and executing closing checklists).
Proficiency using AI tools to streamline research, drafting, and data organization while maintaining strong judgment and attention to detail.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Semi-annual Performance-Based Bonuses
100% Covered: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including family/dependents)
401(k) plan With Company Matching & No Vesting Period
Life & Disability Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays & Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave
Engaging Company Events & Team-Building Experiences
Career-Building Learning Programs & Development Opportunities
Complimentary Daily Lunch for On-site Employees
On-site Gym Access for Santa Monica Employees

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementFinancing Application CoordinationReal Estate Closing SupportZoning Requirements DocumentationBudget ManagementConstruction Progress MonitoringClosing Checklist ExecutionData OrganizationAmenity IdentificationEnvironmental Factors Analysis

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedSelf-StarterCollaborativeRelationship BuildingProcess-Oriented