Assistant Community Manager - Affordable

Fairfield • Kirkland, WA

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About The Position

The Assistant Community Manager – Affordable supports property operations, ensures compliance with affordable housing programs, and provides customer service. The role supports leasing and resident satisfaction, assists with accounting and reporting, and mentors leasing team members while supporting the Community Manager in daily operations. The community is Woodlands, with 110 units.

Responsibilities include collecting and posting rent, processing invoices, preparing monthly financial reports, making bank deposits, and reconciling accounts using Yardi. The position verifies household income and monitors rent limits for LIHTC and/or HUD programs, prepares for inspections, and maintains relationships with housing authorities. It also leases apartments, responds to resident inquiries, promotes resident satisfaction and retention, and supports and mentors the leasing team.

The position requires at least one year of residential leasing, sales, and/or property management experience and at least one year of LIHTC experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. The role may require a valid driver’s license and a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and some holidays. The position is non-exempt, with an estimated hourly pay range of $24.87 to $32.34.

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.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• A valid driver’s license may be required.
• Knowledge of Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC).
• Knowledge of the IRS 8823 guide and HUD 4350.3 manual.

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 income and monitor rent limits for LIHTC and/or HUD programs.
• Prepare for inspections and maintain housing authority relationships.
• 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

• Competitive compensation plans.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off, including sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off for volunteering activities (optional).
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Training, coaching, and mentoring to support career development.

What This Job Offers

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