Affordable Housing Community Manager

Description

The Community Manager reports to the Regional Manager and is accountable for the full‑service operation of an on‑site housing community. This role oversees personnel, leasing, maintenance, financial, administrative and risk‑management functions while ensuring compliance with Asset Living policies, safety standards and fair‑housing regulations.

Core duties include recruiting, training and coaching on‑site staff; developing and monitoring operating budgets, rent collections and vendor invoices; creating annual marketing and leasing plans; handling resident concerns and implementing retention programs; and directing emergency response, maintenance workflows and property appearance through regular inspections.

• Recruit, screen, hire, train, coach and develop on‑site staff, maintaining weekly schedules and addressing performance issues.
• Ensure staff adherence to company policies, safety guidelines and fair‑housing regulations.
• Develop, monitor and reconcile operating budgets, rent collections, vendor invoices and financial reports to maximize net operating income.
• Create and execute annual marketing and leasing strategies, oversee lease documentation, and manage resident retention programs.
• Respond to resident complaints, concerns and service requests to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Lead the property’s emergency response team and oversee timely resolution of maintenance, repair and capital projects.
• Conduct regular property inspections, manage vendor bids, and ensure efficient use of resources and supplies.
• Maintain accurate administrative and leasing reports, submitting them promptly to ownership.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least two years of experience with affordable‑housing programs such as LIHTC or HUD Section 8, and a high school diploma (a bachelor’s degree or CAM/ARM certification is preferred). Basic computer skills, knowledge of Fair Housing and OSHA requirements, and reliable transportation for on‑call emergencies are also required.

• Possess minimum two years of experience with affordable‑housing programs (e.g., LIHTC, HUD Section 8) and knowledge of Fair Housing and OSHA standards.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree, Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) credentials are preferred.
• Demonstrate basic computer proficiency and reliable transportation for on‑call emergency duties.

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $24 to $26 per hour and is supplemented by a comprehensive total‑rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, performance bonuses, paid sick days and company holidays.

• Earn $24–$26 per hour with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, performance bonuses, paid sick days and holidays.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance