Business Manager (Assistant Property Manager)

CONAM Management Corporation•Calexico, CA

3d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

CONAM Management Corporation is seeking a Business Manager to support the day-to-day operations of El Quintero Apartments, an affordable apartment community in Calexico, California. The role combines on-site accounting and leasing responsibilities and acts as the person in charge when the Community Manager is absent. This is a full-time position with a stated pay range of $17–$18 per hour. The Business Manager manages community financial operations, supports asset management and budgeting, oversees leasing and occupancy activities, maintains resident records, and assists with marketing, resident relations, and general office operations. The position also helps ensure compliance with company policies, fair housing laws, and housing guidelines, and supports resident events and community relationships.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in affordable apartment communities.
Experience with affordable properties, HUD, Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC), Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), Section 8, Senior, or Rural Development is required.
Strong understanding of day-to-day multifamily apartment community operations, including leasing, financial reporting, and resident services.
Demonstrated success maintaining high occupancy rates in apartment communities.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally with residents, vendors, and team members.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
Experience with Yardi and/or MRI.

Responsibilities

Manage community financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and rent payment processing.
Support the Community Manager with asset management, budget implementation, financial reports, and cost control measures.
Oversee leasing for available apartments from initial inquiry through move-in.
Maintain accurate resident files and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
Assist with marketing and advertising to fill vacancies.
Promote maximum occupancy by engaging prospective residents, conducting apartment tours, and processing applications.
Address resident concerns, provide customer service, and foster a positive living environment.
Document leased apartments and maintain accurate move-in and move-out records.
Work with the Community Manager to enforce community policies and regulations and ensure compliance with fair housing laws and housing guidelines.
Perform general office tasks, including scheduling, answering resident inquiries, and managing resident communications.
Help organize resident events and build community relationships.
Act as person in charge when the Community Manager is absent.
Perform other duties as assigned.