Assistant Property Manager

Shelter Corporation; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelter Corporation in Minnesota is seeking an Assistant Property Manager to support the Property Manager in daily operations across assigned communities. You will assist with leasing, financials, compliance, and resident relations, ensuring consistency in leasing, collections, and regulatory processes.

This role emphasizes organization, communication, and teamwork, with duties including processing applications, maintaining resident ledgers, coordinating with maintenance, and contributing to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3+ years property management or related experience.
• Experience with affordable housing programs preferred.
• Experience with leasing, collections, and compliance processes.
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily office operations and ensures consistent coverage.
• Assists with workflows, policies, and stepping in as needed.
• Maintains resident ledgers and assists with payment portal setup.
• Manages delinquency, notices, and payment plans per policy.
• Supports eviction processes and monthly financial reporting.
• Ensures compliance with LIHTC, HUD, and Section 8 requirements.
• Processes applications, leases, move-ins, and move-outs.
• Supports leasing efforts, follow-ups, and occupancy goals.
• Responds to resident concerns and coordinates conflict resolution.
• Coordinats with maintenance on work orders and unit turns.
• Tracks work orders and supports vendor coordination.
• Maintains records in property management systems.
• Assists with occupancy, delinquency, and compliance metrics reporting.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yardi or similar PMS

Microsoft Office Suite

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 Property Manager role as needed
• Work alongside property manager and resident accountant to maintaining accurate resident ledgers; including assisting with resident payment portal set up
• 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 coordinating 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 property management or related experience
• Experience with affordable housing programs preferred
• 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

Work Structure & Expectations

• Full-time onsite position
• Supports Property Manager in all aspects of property operations
• Expected to maintain strong communication with team members and leadership #JoinShelter