Affordable Housing Community Manager

ffres; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Fairfield is seeking an Affordable Community Manager in Texas to lead property operations, financial performance, and regulatory compliance for LIHTC/HUD programs. You’ll manage teams, drive resident satisfaction, and ensure alignment with company policies.

You will oversee budgets, monitor performance, and maintain strong housing authority relations while upholding fair housing standards and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Industry certification preferred.
• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation preferred.
• Certified Credit Compliance Professional (C3P) designation preferred.
• COS or CPO designation preferred if HUD property.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum of three years of property management experience.
• Minimum of three years LIHTC experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Prior experience preparing for a REAC inspection, as needed for HUD properties.
• Experience in a leadership position and in managing a staff preferred.
• Experience using Yardi or other related property management accounting software.
• Experience in writing and maintaining budgets.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws and provisions.
• Strong knowledge of IRS 8823 guide and HUD 4350.3 Manual.
• Ability to read and understand regulatory agreements.
• Previous track record of maintaining occupancy and net operating incomes in multi-family property management positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop Teams: Recruit, coach, and motivate a high-performing team.
• Manage Financials: Own the property's operational budget; monitor financial performance and implement cost-saving strategies.
• Ensure Compliance: Oversee LIHTC/HUD compliance and inspections; maintain positive relationships with housing authorities.
• Drive Resident Satisfaction: Implement retention strategies and resolve resident concerns; represent Fairfield professionally in all interactions.

Skills

Property management

LIHTC experience

Budgeting

Leadership

Fair housing laws

Yardi / property software

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma required

HCCP designation preferred

C3P designation preferred

COS/CPO designation preferred (HUD)

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Yardi

Job description

Fairfield is seeking an Affordable Community Manager in Texas to lead property operations, financial performance, and regulatory compliance for LIHTC/HUD programs. You’ll manage teams, drive resident satisfaction, and ensure alignment with company policies.

You will oversee budgets, monitor performance, and maintain strong housing authority relations while upholding fair housing standards and federal requirements.