Assistant Community Manager – Affordable

Fairfield • Silver Spring, MD

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About The Position

The Assistant Community Manager at Fairfield's affordable housing community, Barrington, supports property operations, ensures compliance with affordable housing programs, and delivers customer service. The role supports apartment leasing and resident satisfaction, property accounting and reporting, affordable housing compliance, and daily operations in collaboration with the Community Manager. The community has 415 units.

Requirements

• At least one year of residential leasing, sales, and/or property management experience.
• At least one year of LIHTC experience.
• Experience using Yardi or other related property management accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong math and accounting skills.
• Understanding of financial statements, including budgets, financial reports, and accounting information.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws and provisions.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC).
• Knowledge of the IRS 8823 guide and HUD 4350.3 manual.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and some holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in leadership and supervising staff.
• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation.
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) designation if working at a HUD property.

Responsibilities

• Collect and post rent, process invoices, and prepare monthly financial reports.
• Complete bank deposits and account reconciliations.
• Use Yardi software to manage property financials.
• Verify resident income and monitor rent limits for LIHTC and/or HUD programs.
• Prepare for inspections and maintain relationships with housing authorities.
• Lease apartments and respond promptly to resident inquiries.
• Promote resident satisfaction and retention.
• Mentor leasing team members and support the Community Manager in daily operations.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Sick days
• Paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
• Matched 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Training, coaching, and mentoring

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED