Assistant Property Manager

BlueLine Companies•Rapid City, SD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Property Manager Full-Time | Exempt Make a Lasting Impact in Affordable Housing Are you passionate about building strong communities and supporting residents who rely on stable, affordable housing? At BlueLine Property Management, we believe that safe, supportive, and well‑maintained housing changes lives — and we’re looking for an Assistant Property Manager who shares that belief. This is more than a property management role. It’s an opportunity to make a real difference for individuals and families by ensuring they feel heard, supported, and proud to call our community home. As an Assistant Property Manager, you’ll be a key leader on site, ensuring smooth operations while fostering a welcoming, respectful resident experience. Lead With Heart Support and guide on‑site staff with empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to service Help build a positive culture where employees feel valued and residents feel supported Model fairness, consistency, and respect in all interactions Support Residents & Keep the Community Thriving Serve as a trusted resource for residents — answering questions, resolving concerns, and helping them navigate housing requirements Ensure all leasing, compliance, and Fair Housing processes are handled accurately and respectfully Conduct move‑in/move‑out inspections and help ensure units are safe, clean, and ready for new residents Promote resident retention through communication, responsiveness, and community‑building programs Keep Operations Running Smoothly Assist with marketing efforts that highlight the benefits and uniqueness of our affordable housing communities Maintain organized records, reports, files, and compliance documentation Conduct regular property walks to ensure safety, appearance, and maintenance needs are addressed Collaborate with maintenance teams, vendors, and regional leadership to keep the property running at its best Work with our Service Providers to help our residents Contribute to the Community’s Financial Health Support rent collection efforts with professionalism and empathy Help manage property expenses, vendor relationships, and budget execution Ensure timely and accurate administrative tasks that contribute to the property’s overall success What We’re Looking For You’ll thrive in this role if you: Enjoy working directly with residents and genuinely care about their well‑being Are organized, dependable, and able to juggle multiple priorities Communicate clearly and professionally — especially in challenging situations Bring knowledge of affordable housing, Fair Housing, or LIHTC (preferred) Have leadership qualities and the desire to support a strong on‑site team

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Understanding of Fair Housing and Landlord/Tenant laws
Strong communication, customer‑service, and conflict‑resolution skills
Ability to use computers and learn new software
Ability to work onsite, handle occasional on‑call needs, and travel as required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in affordable housing or LIHTC
Fair Housing certification
1–3 years of experience in property or community management

Responsibilities

Support and guide on‑site staff with empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to service
Help build a positive culture where employees feel valued and residents feel supported
Model fairness, consistency, and respect in all interactions
Serve as a trusted resource for residents — answering questions, resolving concerns, and helping them navigate housing requirements
Ensure all leasing, compliance, and Fair Housing processes are handled accurately and respectfully
Conduct move‑in/move‑out inspections and help ensure units are safe, clean, and ready for new residents
Promote resident retention through communication, responsiveness, and community‑building programs
Assist with marketing efforts that highlight the benefits and uniqueness of our affordable housing communities
Maintain organized records, reports, files, and compliance documentation
Conduct regular property walks to ensure safety, appearance, and maintenance needs are addressed
Collaborate with maintenance teams, vendors, and regional leadership to keep the property running at its best
Work with our Service Providers to help our residents
Support rent collection efforts with professionalism and empathy
Help manage property expenses, vendor relationships, and budget execution
Ensure timely and accurate administrative tasks that contribute to the property’s overall success