Assistant Property Manager

Vaco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a Temporary Assistant Property Manager in San Diego to support day-to-day operations across a residential portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, has strong tenant-facing experience, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist the Property Manager with leasing activities, inquiries from tenants, maintenance coordination, rent tracking, and reporting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with property management systems (Yardi or

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of property management or real estate experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with property management systems (e.g., Yardi, AppFolio, or similar) is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Property Manager with daily operations of assigned properties.
• Serve as a point of contact for tenants, handling inquiries, requests, and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with leasing activities including scheduling tours, processing applications, and preparing lease agreements.
• Coordinate maintenance requests and follow up to ensure timely completion.
• Track rent payments, assist with collections, and maintain accurate tenant records.
• Help prepare reports, budgets, and general administrative documentation.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and local housing regulations.
• Support move-ins, move-outs, and unit inspections.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi

AppFolio

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established property management company in San Diego, is seeking a Temporary Assistant Property Manager to support day-to-day operations across their residential portfolio. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, is highly organized, and has strong tenant-facing experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Property Manager with daily operations of assigned properties
• Serve as a point of contact for tenants, handling inquiries, requests, and concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Assist with leasing activities including scheduling tours, processing applications, and preparing lease agreements
• Coordinate maintenance requests and follow up to ensure timely completion
• Track rent payments, assist with collections, and maintain accurate tenant records
• Help prepare reports, budgets, and general administrative documentation
• Maintain compliance with company policies and local housing regulations
• Support move-ins, move-outs, and unit inspections

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of property management or real estate experience preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with property management systems (e.g., Yardi, AppFolio, or similar) is a plus
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

• can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.