Assistant Community Manager - Affordable

ffres; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

401(k) matching

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Fairfield, a leader in multifamily housing, seeks an Assistant Community Manager - Affordable to support property operations, ensure LIHTC/HUD compliance, and deliver outstanding resident service. This role mentors leasing teams and drives satisfaction.

You will work under the Community Manager, manage financials with Yardi, and help maintain strong relationships with housing authorities while upholding fair housing standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of residential leasing, sales, and/or property management experience required.
• Minimum of one year of LIHTC experience required.
• Leadership and supervising staff preferred.
• Experience using Yardi or related property management software.
• Strong knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong math and accounting skills.
• Understanding of financial statements (budget, reports).
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• HCCP designation preferred.
• Knowledge of LIHTC & IRS 8823 / HUD 4350.3.
• COS or CPO designation preferred if HUD property.
• Flexible schedule including weekends/evenings/holidays.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and post rent, process invoices, and prepare monthly financial reports.
• Complete bank deposits and account reconciliations.
• Use Yardi to manage property financials.
• Verify income and monitor rent limits for LIHTC/HUD programs.
• Prepare for inspections and maintain housing authority relationships.
• Lease apartments and respond to resident inquiries promptly.
• Promote resident satisfaction and retention.
• Mentor leasing team and support the Community Manager.

Skills

Leasing & tenant management

Leadership experience

Customer service

Math & accounting

Fair housing knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yardi

Property management software

Job description

Community:

Lakeside Vista Number of Units: 324

About Fairfield

If you're driven and looking for a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, you just might be a fit for Fairfield! We are a leader in the multifamily housing industry and we're passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. As we continue to grow, we're dedicated to investing in our people. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger. Come build your future with us!

About the Role

As an Assistant Community Manager - Affordable, you'll play a key role in supporting property operations, ensuring compliance with affordable housing programs, and delivering exceptional customer service. This position is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in property management while mentoring leasing teams and driving resident satisfaction.

What You'll Do

Accounting & Reporting

• Collect and post rent, process invoices, and prepare monthly financial reports.
• Complete bank deposits and account reconciliations.
• Use Yardi software to manage property financials.

Affordable Housing Compliance

• Verify income and monitor rent limits for LIHTC and/or HUD programs.
• Prepare for inspections and maintain housing authority relationships.

Customer Service & Leasing

• Lease apartments and respond to resident inquiries promptly.
• Promote resident satisfaction and retention.

Team Collaboration

• Mentor leasing team members and support the Community Manager in daily operations.

Why You’ll Love Fairfield

We're all about creating communities that people are proud to call home. Being a part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career with personal growth. It's a partnership, working alongside colleagues in an open-dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. We know that our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we're proud to reflect that in our culture.

Driven by Vision : We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us.

Career Growth & Learning : Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers and inspire them to create change for the better.

Culture of Collaboration : Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact.

A Company that Cares : We are proud to offer robust benefit packages with a focus on both quality of care and affordability. We offer competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, and paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO) to support causes that matter to you.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of one year of residential leasing, sales, and/or property management experience required.
• Minimum of one year of LIHTC experience required.
• Experience in leadership and supervising a staff preferred.
• Experience using Yardi or other related property management accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong math and accounting skills.
• Understanding of financial statements (budget, financial reports, etc.).
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws and provisions.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation preferred.
• Knowledge of Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC).
• Knowledge of IRS 8823 guide and HUD 4350.3 manual.
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) designation preferred if HUD property.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Estimated Rate of Pay :

$22.62 - $29.40 This position is non-exempt; the range above reflects hourly rates.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements:

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
• Matched 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance

* Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirem

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