Assistant Property Manager

Career Strategies; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Strategies in Columbia, SC is seeking an Assistant Property Manager to oversee leasing, administration, and resident relations across two properties. You will manage applications, lease processing, rent collections, and coordinate inspections and maintenance with the team.

The role emphasizes tenant relations, move-ins/outs, and community engagement, with a focus on compliance with Fair Housing laws and strong administrative support.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in multifamily property management, leasing, or related role.
• Renovation, lease-up, and stabilization experience highly valuable.
• Experience with AppFolio preferred
• Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations and other relevant property management laws.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leasing, including inquiries, property tours, and processing applications.
• Prepare and review lease agreements; coordinate move-ins/outs and inspections.
• Oversee rent collection; address late payments and coordinate with accounting.
• Provide administrative support to the property management team and maintain resident records.
• Conduct regular property inspections and coordinate with maintenance teams.
• Assist in planning resident events and community-building activities.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for property-related services; obtain quotes.

Skills

Property management

Leasing

Renovation experience

AppFolio

Fair Housing

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

AppFolio

Job description

Assistant Property Manager - Columbia, SC

Assisting day-to-day operations over 2 properties. Leasing, applications and lease administration, resident communication, collections, and support with inspections and maintenance coordination.

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  Leasing and Tenant Relations:
  
  
  
  • Assist in the leasing process, including responding to inquiries, conducting property tours, and processing lease applications.
  
  
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, addressing inquiries, concerns, and requests.
  
  
  
  


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  Lease Administration:
  
  
  
  • Prepare and review lease agreements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  
  
  • Coordinate move-in and move-out processes, conducting property inspections as needed.
  
  
  
  


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  Rent Collection:
  
  
  
  • Oversee rent collection processes, addressing late payments and coordinating with accounting as necessary.
  
  
  • Prepare and distribute rent-related communications to residents.
  
  
  
  


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  Administrative Support:
  
  
  
  • Provide administrative support to the property management team, including filing, data entry, and document management.
  
  
  • Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date resident records.
  
  
  
  


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  Property Inspections:
  
  
  
  • Conduct regular property inspections to ensure adherence to maintenance and safety standards.
  
  
  • Coordinate with maintenance teams to address identified issues promptly.
  
  
  
  


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  Community Engagement:
  
  
  
  • Assist in planning and organizing resident events and community-building activities.
  
  
  • Foster a positive and inclusive community environment.
  
  
  
  


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  Vendor Coordination:
  
  
  
  • Liaise with vendors and contractors for property-related services, ensuring timely and quality work.
  
  
  • Obtain quotes and proposals for property maintenance and improvement projects.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in multifamily property management, leasing, or a related role.


• Renovation, lease-up, and stabilization experience highly valuable.


• Experience with AppFolio preferred


• Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations and other relevant property management laws.


• Strong organizational and administrative skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer