Assistant Community / Property Manager

Conifer Realty LLC; Elizabeth (NJ); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and annual reviews

13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two+

6 weeks parental leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans with company match

Wellness program with HSA credits

Life, disability insurance

Ongoing training and certifications

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Conifer Realty is seeking an Assistant Community Manager to support daily operations of affordable housing communities in Elizabeth, NJ. You will assist with leasing, compliance, resident satisfaction, and financial performance, reporting to the Community Manager.

The ideal candidate has 1–3+ years in property management, knowledge of LIHTC/HUD, strong computer and communication skills, and a willingness to obtain COS/LIHTC certifications.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in apartment or affordable housing management (LIHTC, HUD preferred).
• Knowledge of leasing, compliance, marketing, or office administration.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office; Yardi or similar software preferred).
• Basic accounting or bookkeeping skills to assist with rent collection and reporting.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• AAS degree or some college preferred; high school diploma or GED required.
• Certifications such as COS or LIHTC are preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Champion service and connection – greet residents and prospects, respond to inquiries, and support a welcoming environment.
• Support leasing success – market apartments, conduct tours, and process applications, leases, and renewals.
• Ensure compliance – manage LIHTC, HUD, and affordable housing documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Collaborate daily – coordinate with the maintenance team on work orders, turnovers, and inspections.
• Drive community engagement – plan resident events, assist with outreach, and manage social media activity.
• Keep operations running – process invoices, prepare reports, collect rent, and back up the Community Manager as needed.
• Promote excellence – uphold Conifer’s policies, professionalism, and commitment to resident care.

Education

AAS degree or some college

High school diploma or GED

COS or LIHTC certifications

LIHTC/HUD knowledge

Leasing knowledge

Office administration

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Yardi or similar software

Microsoft Office

Basic accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi

Job description

Description

Assistant Community / Property Manager – Affordable Housing | Elizabeth, NJ

Salary: $25.00 - $27.00 | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 40hrs

Support a Community. Strengthen a Mission. Grow Your Career.

At Conifer Realty, being an Assistant Community Manager means being at the heart of what makes our affordable housing communities thrive. You’ll work alongside the Community Manager to ensure smooth daily operations — from leasing and compliance to resident satisfaction and financial performance.

If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about helping people feel at home, this is your chance to build a meaningful career with a company that’s been creating affordable housing for 50 years.

What You Bring as an Assistant Community Manager

You’re a problem-solver and a people-person who thrives in a dynamic environment. You bring:

• 1–3+ years of experience in apartment or affordable housing management (LIHTC, HUD, RD preferred).
• Knowledge of leasing, compliance, marketing, or office administration.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office; Yardi or similar software preferred).
• Basic accounting or bookkeeping skills to assist with rent collection and reporting.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• AAS degree or some college preferred; high school diploma or GED required.
• Certifications such as COS or LIHTC are preferred (or willingness to obtain).

How You’ll Make an Impact

Every day, you’ll ensure our communities run smoothly and residents feel supported:

• Champion service and connection – greet residents and prospects, respond to inquiries, and support a welcoming environment.
• Support leasing success – market apartments, conduct tours, and process applications, leases, and renewals.
• Ensure compliance – manage LIHTC, HUD, and affordable housing documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Collaborate daily – coordinate with the maintenance team on work orders, turnovers, and inspections.
• Drive community engagement – plan resident events, assist with outreach, and manage social media activity.
• Keep operations running – process invoices, prepare reports, collect rent, and back up the Community Manager as needed.
• Promote excellence – uphold Conifer’s policies, professionalism, and commitment to resident care.

Why Conifer?

Our employees say the most rewarding part of working here is the impact, seeing the direct difference their work makes in people's lives.

Along with purpose, you'll also enjoy:

• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
• Retirement plans with company match
• Incentive-driven wellness program - earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
• Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
• Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact

About Conifer Realty

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Requirements

Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections.

When required, weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities.

Employees are expected to support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours.

Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.