Assistant Community / Property Manager

Conifer Realty LLC•Elizabeth, NJ

8d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Community / Property Manager – Affordable Housing | Elizabeth, NJ. This role supports the Community Manager to ensure smooth daily operations of affordable housing communities, focusing on leasing, compliance, resident satisfaction, and financial performance. The position is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized individual passionate about helping people feel at home and building a meaningful career in affordable housing.

Requirements

1–3+ years of experience in apartment or affordable housing management (LIHTC, HUD, RD, Public Housing preferred).
Knowledge of leasing, compliance, marketing, or office administration.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office; Yardi or similar software preferred).
Basic accounting or bookkeeping skills to assist with rent collection and reporting.
Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
High school diploma or GED required.
Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections.
Weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities.
Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.

Nice To Haves

AAS degree or some college preferred.
Certifications such as COS or LIHTC are preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

Greet residents and prospects, respond to inquiries, and support a welcoming environment.
Market apartments, conduct tours, and process applications, leases, and renewals.
Manage LIHTC, HUD, and affordable housing documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
Coordinate with the maintenance team on work orders, turnovers, and inspections.
Plan resident events, assist with outreach, and manage social media activity.
Process invoices, prepare reports, collect rent, and back up the Community Manager as needed.
Uphold Conifer’s policies, professionalism, and commitment to resident care.
Support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours.

Benefits

Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
13 paid holidays
15 days PTO
Two volunteer days
6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Medical, dental, vision
HSA & flex accounts
Retirement plans with company match
Incentive-driven wellness program - earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities