Aspiring Assistant Community Manager – Affordable Housing

Pratum Companies; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Health benefits

11 paid holidays

2 weeks paid vacation

Career growth

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Pratum Companies is hiring an Assistant Community Manager to support communities in West Palm Beach, Fort Pierce, and Fort Lauderdale. You will work alongside the Community Manager, handling recertifications, leasing, and resident services to keep the properties compliant and thriving.

We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus, full-time schedules, and competitive benefits. The role requires strong customer service, attention to detail, and experience with HUD/LIHTC programs.

Qualifications

• Previous residential Property Management experience.
• Working knowledge of HUD/Section 8 recertifications and compliance.
• Knowledge of HUD rules and regulations.
• Accounts receivable and collections experience.
• Experience with rent collections, deposits, resident accounts, and general property operations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and property management software such as OneSite and/or Yardi.

Responsibilities

• Assist with HUD, Section 8, Tax Credit/LIHTC recertifications and compliance.
• Scheduling and conducting resident recertification interviews.
• Reviewing income, assets, rent calculations, and required documentation for accuracy.
• Maintaining resident files in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Maintaining and managing the property waiting list.
• Assisting with leasing, rent collections, accounts receivable, deposits, and resident services.
• Building positive relationships with current and prospective residents.
• Preparing and executing lease documents and other required paperwork.
• Assisting residents with questions and helping resolve concerns, complaints, disturbances, and lease violations.
• Coordinating inspections and resident information.
• Supporting the Community Manager with the daily operation of the property.
• Maintaining accurate records and helping ensure deadlines do not become emergencies—because in Property Management, we already have enough surprises!

Skills

Residential property management

HUD/Section 8 compliance

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Education

HS Diploma or GED

COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist)

TCS (Tax Credit Specialist)

HCCP or similar affordable housing certification

Tools

OneSite

Yardi

Job description

Pratum Companies is hiring an Assistant Community Manager to support communities in West Palm Beach, Fort Pierce, and Fort Lauderdale. You will work alongside the Community Manager, handling recertifications, leasing, and resident services to keep the properties compliant and thriving.

We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus, full-time schedules, and competitive benefits. The role requires strong customer service, attention to detail, and experience with HUD/LIHTC programs.