Property Manager – Affordable Housing Portfolio

MyCareer+•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Property Manager oversees the daily operations of a mission-driven nonprofit’s affordable housing portfolio in Atlanta, Georgia. The organization is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to preserving affordable housing, preventing displacement, and strengthening housing stability for longtime Atlanta residents. The role calls for an experienced, organized, hands-on professional who takes ownership, solves problems proactively, and balances operational efficiency with resident satisfaction. The Property Manager manages property maintenance and vendor coordination, leasing and unit turnovers, affordable housing compliance, resident relations and lease administration, and financial and administrative records. Success includes resolving maintenance issues promptly, maintaining safe and well-kept properties, reducing vacancy time, keeping accurate inspection-ready records, communicating proactively, and identifying operational problems early. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

3–5 years of hands-on property management experience.
Demonstrated experience coordinating maintenance, leasing, vendors, and resident communications.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple properties and competing priorities.
Excellent communication, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain accountability.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with affordable housing, housing vouchers, income-restricted housing, or compliance-heavy portfolios.
Familiarity with AppFolio or comparable property management software.
Experience managing unit turnovers, contractor performance, and operational reporting.

Responsibilities

Oversee maintenance requests, repairs, preventative maintenance, and vendor coordination across multiple properties.
Track work orders from submission through completion and ensure timely, quality repairs.
Conduct quarterly property inspections and regular property condition assessments.
Coordinate after-hours maintenance emergencies and ensure appropriate resolution.
Build and maintain dependable relationships with cost-effective, high-quality contractors and vendors.
Manage the full leasing process, including marketing, showings, applications, tenant screening, and lease execution.
Coordinate move-out inspections, unit repairs, cleaning, and preparation for new residents.
Minimize vacancy periods through proactive turnover planning and effective scheduling.
Maintain accurate waiting lists and communicate application and qualification updates to prospective residents.
Ensure compliance with applicable affordable housing regulations, income eligibility requirements, and Area Median Income (AMI) guidelines.
Coordinate inspections, voucher documentation, recertifications, and communication with housing authorities.
Conduct income verifications and maintain accurate compliance records.
Prepare units and documentation for required inspections and reviews.
Serve as a responsive, professional point of contact for residents.
Address resident concerns, maintenance updates, and lease-related questions.
Manage lease renewals, delinquency follow-up, payment plans, and notices.
Enforce lease terms consistently while maintaining professionalism, fairness, and respect.
Maintain organized property records, leases, vendor documentation, and resident communications.
Review vendor invoices, monitor maintenance expenses, and support operational budgeting.
Track occupancy, vacancies, unit turnover timelines, and outstanding maintenance requests.
Provide consistent reporting on property performance, operational challenges, and priorities.
Identify and resolve problems before they become larger operational challenges.