Assistant Property Manager – Affordable Housing
About The Position
The Assistant Property Manager supports the day-to-day operations of an affordable housing community, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements while delivering excellent customer service to residents and partners. This role works closely with the Property Manager to oversee leasing, compliance, resident relations, and administrative functions, with a strong focus on affordable housing programs including LIHTC and Project-Based Section 8 (PBV). The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compliance-focused, and experienced in affordable housing environments with layered funding sources.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in affordable housing property management
- Required experience with LIHTC and Project-Based Section 8 (PBV)
- Strong understanding of Fair Housing, HUD, and tax credit compliance requirements
- Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills
- Proficiency with property management software (e.g., RealPage, Yardi, or similar) preferred
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- High school diploma or equivalent required
Nice To Haves
- college coursework in business, real estate, or related field preferred
- Affordable housing certifications (COS, C3P, TCS, SHCM, or equivalent) a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist with leasing activities including application processing, waitlist management, move-ins, transfers, and move-outs
- Provide professional, respectful customer service to residents, applicants, and community partners
- Respond to resident inquiries and concerns and assist with issue resolution in accordance with company policies
- Ensure Fair Housing and non-discrimination practices are followed at all times
- Support compliance with LIHTC, PBV/Section 8, and other applicable affordable housing programs
- Assist with income certifications, annual and interim recertifications, verifications, and file audits
- Maintain accurate and organized resident files in compliance with regulatory agency requirements
- Prepare documentation for audits, inspections, and monitoring reviews (TCAC, HUD, local housing authorities, etc.)
- Assist with rent collection, posting, and delinquency tracking
- Support subsidy administration and coordination with housing authorities
- Prepare reports, logs, and correspondence as required
- Assist with vendor coordination, work orders, and follow-up with maintenance staff
- Support the Property Manager with daily site operations and staff coordination
- Assist with enforcing house rules, lease provisions, and company policies
- Participate in inspections, unit walks, and compliance reviews
- Maintain confidentiality of resident, staff, and company information
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience)
- Performance-based incentives (where applicable)
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within affordable housing management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
