Affordable Housing Assistant Community Manager - Rancho Gardens

Solari Enterprises, Inc.; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

A property management company in Santa Maria, CA, is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Site Manager in administration and community oversight. The successful candidate will supervise team members, manage resident files, and maintain compliance with regulations. Required qualifications include 2-5 years in property management, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. The compensation is $24 per hour with benefits including paid time off and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in property management.
• Experience with supervising staff members.
• Experience with Section 8 managed properties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all community team members.
• Complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Maintain accurate resident files in compliance with established procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook proficiency

Tools

Yardi program

Job description

Position Overview

Rancho Gardens is located in Santa Maria, CA and is a senior affordable housing community comprising 120 units. The Assistant Manager is responsible for providing direct assistance to the Site Manager in general administration and secretarial/clerical functions.

Solari Enterprises, Inc. is a full‑service property management company with communities throughout California, specializing in all aspects of multifamily affordable housing since 1993.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all community team members
• Complete weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Maintain accurate resident files in compliance with established management procedures and funding agency regulations
• Process applicants and lease units by following the guidelines of the Resident Selection Criteria
• Maintain relationships with local government agencies, such as HUD, TAC, etc.
• Conduct regular follow‑up inspections on maintenance work, grounds and common areas
• Collect rents and handle delinquent accounts

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in property management
• Experience with supervising staff members
• Experience with Section 8
• Experience with managing periodic inspections (such as HUD, TCAC and City inspections)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and general computer skills
• Detail‑oriented
• Reliable transportation
• Valid California driver’s license
• Proof of auto insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English
• Yardi program experience
• General knowledge of fair housing, 504 ADA, HUD, and Section 42 regulations
• Certified Professional of Occupancy Certification (CPO) – Section 8 only
• Specialist in Housing Credit Management Designation (SHCM) – Section 42 only
• Registered Apartment Manager (RAM) Certification
• Fair Housing Coordinator (FHC) Certification

Compensation

• $24 per hour
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Benefits
• 401(k) (Employer Match)

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