Assistant Property Manager

MRK Partners; Annandale (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

MRK Partners seeks an Assistant Property Manager in New Jersey to support property operations. You will handle administrative tasks, revenue collection, lease processing, and annual certifications for LIHTC and other programs, while maintaining compliant records.

The role emphasizes customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to travel up to 10% as needed. Experience with housing programs is highly valued, with full-time hours in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years administrative experience, preferably in an office setting.
• Experience with Public Housing, Project-based Voucher, Tax Credit and Section 8 is highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to travel up to 10% of time.

Responsibilities

• Meets with prospective residents to show properties and conduct tours.
• Assists with initial rental applications and lease preparation; explains rent charges and lease terms.
• Completes annual re-certifications for LIHTC, Home, Public Housing, etc., on time.
• Maintains accurate, compliant property documents and files.
• Coordinates timely revenue collection per lease obligations.
• Performs bookkeeping for accounts payable/receivable, timekeeping and payroll submission.
• Supports operational reviews and implements corrective actions.
• Coordinates repairs or maintenance and property refurbishment.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Customer service

Relationship building

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At MRK, the Assistant Property Manager is responsible for executing key administrative duties that support effective property operations. This includes assisting with revenue collection and expense management, ensuring adherence to operational and contractual obligations, and upholding resident relations policies and procedures.

At MRK, the Assistant Property Manager is responsible for executing key administrative duties that support effective property operations. This includes assisting with revenue collection and expense management, ensuring adherence to operational and contractual obligations, and upholding resident relations policies and procedures.

Key Job Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Meets with prospective residents to show properties and conduct property tours as needed
• Assists in the completion of the initial rental application and preparation of leases or rental agreements. Furthers residents’ understanding of rent charges and lease issues
• Assists in the completion of annual re-certifications for all funding sources accurately and on-time to ensure compliance with applicable program/s (e.g. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Home, Public Housing, etc.)
• Maintains complete, accurate, legible and compliant documentation and property files
• Coordinates timely revenue collection in accordance with lease obligations and accounts receivable procedures
• Performs bookkeeping functions to assist the Property Manager in satisfying accounts payable, accounts receivable, timekeeping and payroll submission, and monthly reporting requirements
• Assists in performing operational reviews and suggest/execute corrective action to address deficiencies.
• Assists in coordinating requests for repairs or maintenance, upkeep, and refurbishment at property

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Minimum of 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in an office setting
• Experience with Public Housing, Project-based Voucher, Tax Credit and Section 8 is highly-preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced customer service and problem-solving skills
• Advanced organizational and time management skills
• Technically proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, action-oriented environment
• Ability to establish relationships across the organization and at various hierarchical levels
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Our Values

• Embrace New Ways: obstacles are opportunities, and challenges are catalysts for change
• Serve the Community: give back and pay it forward
• Drive to Achieve: ambition and determination – we can achieve anything we can imagine
• Purpose Over Pride: Collaboration, thoughtful listening, and respect guide how we work with each other

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

• Full medical, prescription, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off, accrued based on years of service
• Supplemental insurance for employees and families
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling
• Additional paid day off to provide community or charitable services
• Paid holidays; approximately fourteen (14) per year
• Peace of mind and a great working environment

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MRK provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Salary Description

$21.00 - $24.75 an hour, plus bonus potential