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We are looking for an Assistant Property Manager to support daily operations for residential communities in South Brunswick, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a property management specialist with strong attention to detail who can balance leasing performance, regulatory compliance, resident support, and coordination with maintenance teams. The role plays a key part in keeping occupancy strong, records organized, and resident experiences positive across assigned properties.
Job Responsibility
Oversee applicant and waitlist activity by keeping records current, removing outdated entries on a regular schedule, and assisting prospective residents with the online pre-application process
Manage the full move-in workflow, including explaining eligibility guidelines, preparing lease documentation, coordinating application processing, and completing onboarding paperwork for new residents
Monitor vacancy levels closely and take timely action to help maintain targeted occupancy across assigned communities
Promote available units and support property presentation efforts by helping maintain strong curb appeal and effective outreach to prospective renters
Prepare leases, renewals, and annual income recertification packages for applicable housing programs while ensuring all deadlines are met
Guide residents through recertification steps when needed and maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready files in both digital and paper formats
Coordinate with subsidy administrators, housing partners, and third-party payers to secure required approvals, rent portion notices, deposits, and initial rental payments
Partner with the Property Manager to address resident requests, transfer applications, accommodation matters, and overall day-to-day administration of the portfolio
Track maintenance activity, unit inspections, preventive service, and apartment turnover progress to help confirm work is completed within established timelines and safety expectations
Conduct routine property walks to identify issues affecting appearance, quality, or operations and escalate concerns that require follow-up
Requirements
1+ years of experience in property management, with exposure to residential communities required
Practical knowledge of affordable housing compliance, including HUD-related processes and annual recertifications. Must have LIHTC experience
Experience handling leasing administration, renewals, resident files, and occupancy management
Ability to work with property management software such as Yardi and online resident application platforms
Strong understanding of both resident relations and vendor or partner communication in a detail-focused setting
Proven organizational skills with the ability to maintain precise records and prepare documentation for audits or reviews
Familiarity with maintenance coordination, unit turnover tracking, and general property operations
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What we offer
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance