Affordable Property Manager

WIDMYER CORPORATION; Westport (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WIDMYER CORPORATION is seeking an experienced Affordable Housing Property Manager to oversee two communities in Westport and South Bend, WA. You will manage leasing, compliance, resident relations, and day-to-day operations, with a company vehicle for property visits and cross-property support.

The role requires strong knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, Fair Housing, and budgeting, plus hands-on leadership of maintenance coordination and vendor management to maintain occupancy and safe,

Qualifications

• Previous property management experience required; affordable housing experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, or other affordable housing programs.
• Fair Housing laws and landlord-tenant practices.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet compliance deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working with property management software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to review financial information, manage expenses, and understand property-level budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the property, including leasing, resident relations, maintenance coordination, collections, and administrative functions.
• Maintain compliance with applicable affordable housing programs, including LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, HOME, and other requirements.
• Oversee applicant eligibility, certifications, annual and interim recertifications, income verification, and required compliance documentation.
• Maintain accurate resident files and ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Market available units, process applications, conduct move-ins and move-outs, and work to maintain strong occupancy.
• Collect rent, monitor delinquency, and follow established procedures for notices and collection activity.
• Prepare and monitor property budgets, invoices, financial reports, and operating expenses.
• Conduct regular property inspections and coordinate with maintenance personnel and vendors to ensure timely completion of work orders and capital needs.
• Respond professionally and promptly to resident questions, concerns, and lease violations.
• Enforce lease terms, community policies, and applicable housing regulations consistently and fairly.
• Coordinate vendor services and monitor quality, cost, and completion of contracted work.
• Prepare reports and documentation for ownership, management, regulatory agencies, and compliance reviews.
• Support inspections, audits, and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain awareness of Fair Housing requirements and ensure consistent compliance.
• Build positive relationships with residents and help foster a clean, safe, and welcoming community.

Skills

Property management

LIHTC/HUD/Section 8

Fair Housing

Budgeting

Resident relations

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Property management certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Job description

Affordable Housing Property Manager

Position Type: Full-Time
Reports To:Portfolio Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and service-oriented Affordable Housing Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of two affordable housing communities one in Westport, WA and the other in South Bend, WA. A company vehicle will be provided for travel between the two properties. This position is responsible for maintaining strong property performance, ensuring compliance with applicable affordable housing programs, providing excellent resident service, and maintaining a safe, well-managed community.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, financially minded, and comfortable balancing resident relations, compliance requirements, leasing, maintenance coordination, and property operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the property, including leasing, resident relations, maintenance coordination, collections, and administrative functions.

• Maintain compliance with applicable affordable housing programs, including LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, HOME, and other federal, state, or local requirements, as applicable to the property.

• Oversee applicant eligibility, certifications, annual and interim recertifications, income verification, and required compliance documentation.

• Maintain accurate resident files and ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready.

• Market available units, process applications, conduct move-ins and move-outs, and work to maintain strong occupancy.

• Collect rent, monitor delinquency, and follow established procedures for notices and collection activity.

• Prepare and monitor property budgets, invoices, financial reports, and operating expenses.

• Conduct regular property inspections and coordinate with maintenance personnel and vendors to ensure timely completion of work orders and capital needs.

• Respond professionally and promptly to resident questions, concerns, and lease violations.

• Enforce lease terms, community policies, and applicable housing regulations consistently and fairly.

• Coordinate vendor services and monitor quality, cost, and completion of contracted work.

• Prepare reports and documentation for ownership, management, regulatory agencies, and compliance reviews.

• Support inspections, audits, and regulatory reviews.

• Maintain awareness of Fair Housing requirements and ensure consistent compliance.

• Build positive relationships with residents and help foster a clean, safe, and welcoming community.

Qualifications

• Previous property management experience required; affordable housing experience strongly preferred.

• Working knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, or other affordable housing programs preferred.

• Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and landlord-tenant practices.

• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet compliance deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional approach to resident relations and conflict resolution.

• Comfortable working with property management software, Microsoft Office, and electronic recordkeeping.

• Ability to review financial information, manage expenses, and understand property-level budgets.

• Affordable housing or property management certifications are a plus.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their community and understands that successful affordable housing management requires both strong operational performance and thoughtful resident service. The successful candidate will be proactive, accountable, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining high standards for the property and the people who call it home.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical insurance, Vision & Dental paid by employer, paid holidays and paid time off, 401(k) with up to 4% employer match, paid life insurance, and additional employee assistance programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local law.