Assistant Property Manager

Location: Boston, MA

Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000 annually

Schedule: Full-Time

Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

Reliable Transportation Required



Join a Growing Affordable Housing Team

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Assistant Property Manager to support the operations of a small affordable housing portfolio in the Boston area. This position will be based out of a local office and will provide support to up to two affordable housing communities totaling fewer than 100 units. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) compliance, affordable housing operations, occupancy management, housing authority coordination, collections, and resident relations.

This role is perfect for an affordable housing professional who enjoys a combination of office administration, compliance oversight, occupancy management, and resident services while working closely with housing authorities, legal partners, and site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage vacancies, waitlists, applicant processing, and leasing activities.
• Coordinate with local housing authorities to ensure compliance and timely processing of resident-related matters.
• Support occupancy goals and resident retention initiatives across the portfolio.
• Assist with rent collections, delinquency tracking, payment plans, and resident communications.
• Prepare and issue lease violation notices, late notices, and 30-day notices as required.
• Work directly with attorneys on non-payment cases, evictions, legal filings, and court-related documentation.
• Maintain complete and accurate resident files in accordance with LIHTC, Section 8, and affordable housing compliance requirements.
• Process move-ins, move-outs, transfers, and interim certifications as needed.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for residents, applicants, vendors, and housing authority representatives.
• Answer incoming calls and provide exceptional customer service.
• Prepare reports, compliance documentation, and audit-ready resident files.
• Assist with office administration, recordkeeping, and property management operations.
• Travel periodically between assigned properties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of affordable housing property management experience.
• Strong LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) experience is required and non-negotiable.
• Experience working with HUD, Project-Based Section 8, and affordable housing programs.
• Proven experience managing occupancy, vacancies, waitlists, and leasing administration.
• Experience supporting collections, delinquency management, and resident account follow-up.
• Experience working with attorneys regarding lease enforcement, non-payment matters, and eviction proceedings.
• Strong understanding of affordable housing compliance requirements and regulations.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and property management software.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle required.
• Ability to travel between local properties as needed.

Important Note

This position does not require annual recertifications experience. Candidates with strong LIHTC compliance and affordable housing operations experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish, English/Haitian Creole, or other languages highly desired).
• Experience with Yardi, RealPage, MRI, OneSite, or similar property management software.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations and affordable housing compliance standards.
• Experience supporting multiple properties or a small affordable housing portfolio.

Keywords to Attract Top Talent

Assistant Property Manager • Affordable Housing • LIHTC • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit • Tax Credit Housing • HUD • Project-Based Section 8 • Occupancy Management • Vacancy Management • Leasing Administration • Property Collections • Multifamily Housing • Affordable Housing Compliance • Housing Authorities • Resident Relations • Delinquency Management • Eviction Coordination • Yardi • RealPage • MRI • Property Operations • Boston Property Management

Why Join Our Client?

• Competitive salary of $50,000-$55,000
• Portfolio size of fewer than 100 units for greater ownership and impact
• Opportunity to work closely with affordable housing leadership
• Stable, established affordable housing portfolio
• Growth potential within property management and compliance
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work helping provide quality affordable housing to local communities

If you have strong LIHTC experience, a passion for affordable housing, and experience managing occupancy, collections, and compliance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your affordable housing career.

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