Assistant Property Manager

Shelter Corporation; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelter Corporation in Minnetonka, MN seeks an Assistant Property Manager to support daily operations, financial administration, and compliance across assigned communities. You will partner with the Property Manager to ensure consistency in leasing, collections, and regulatory compliance, while handling certifications and resident relations.

The role requires 1–3+ years of affordable housing experience and HUD Section 8 familiarity, with Yardi or similar PMS experience.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of affordable housing experience.
• 1+ years HUD experience in project-based Section 8 compliance.
• Experience with leasing, collections, and compliance processes.
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and ensure consistent coverage across communities.
• Assist with workflows, policies, and assume Real Estate Manager duties as needed.
• Process rent payments and maintain resident ledgers with accuracy.
• Manage delinquency, notices, and payment plans per policy.
• Assist with eviction processes and monthly financial reporting.
• Support LIHTC, HUD, and Section 8 program compliance requirements.
• Process certifications and maintain audit-ready resident files.
• Handle applications, leases, move-ins, and move-outs smoothly.
• Support leasing efforts, follow-ups, and occupancy goals.
• Respond to resident concerns and assist with conflict resolution.
• Ensure timely communication and delivery of notices to residents.
• Coordinate with maintenance on work orders and unit turns.
• Track work orders and assist vendor coordination as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in property management systems.
• Assist with reporting on occupancy, delinquency, and compliance metrics.
• Support team training and reinforce operational standards.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Independent and team oriented

Microsoft Office Suite

Property management systems

Yardi

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yardi

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary & Primary Responsibilities

The Assistant Property Manager supports the Property Manager in the daily operations of assigned communities, including financial administration, compliance, leasing support, and resident relations. This role serves as a key operational partner and ensures consistency across leasing, collections, and compliance functions.

In addition, this position is responsible for the following:

• Supporting daily office operations and ensuring consistent coverage
• Assisting with workflows, policies, and acting in the Real Estate Manager role as needed
• Processing rent payments and maintaining accurate resident ledgers
• Managing delinquency, notices, and payment plans in alignment with company policy
• Assisting with eviction processes and monthly financial reporting
• Supporting compliance with LIHTC, HUD, and Section 8 program requirements
• Processing certifications and maintaining audit-ready resident files
• Processing applications, leases, move-ins, and move-outs
• Supporting leasing efforts, follow-ups, and occupancy goals
• Responding to resident concerns and assisting with conflict resolution
• Ensuring timely communication and delivery of notices
• Coordinating with maintenance on work orders and unit turns
• Tracking work orders and supporting vendor coordination as needed
• Maintaining accurate records within property management systems
• Assisting with reporting on occupancy, delinquency, and compliance metrics
• Supporting team training and reinforcing operational expectations
• Performing additional duties and special projects as assigned

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3+ years of affordable housing experience
• 1+ years HUD experience in project-based Section 8 compliance
• Experience with leasing, collections, and compliance processes
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management systems preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Attention to detail, particularly in financials and compliance
• Professional demeanor and conduct
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and property management systems