Assistant Property Manager

So Others Might Eat/ SOME; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,066 - 55,120; Full time

Job summary

SOME (So Others Might Eat) in Washington, DC, seeks an Assistant Property Manager to support the Property Manager in sustaining LIHTC housing operations. You will collect rent, manage waitlists, enforce lease rules, and assist with tax credit certifications and inspections.

The role requires a High School Diploma or Associate’s degree, 1+ year of property management experience, and LIHTC certification is preferred. Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.

Qualifications

• Must have housing management experience and knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, Public Housing/DCHA.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills; ability to work as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel; experience with property management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect rent, security deposits, and other income; maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with leasing intake team to manage waitlists.
• Ensure lease provisions and community rules are followed; invoice charges and manage delinquencies.
• Complete Tax Credit move-ins and recertifications; calculate income/assets per standards.
• Inspect and show units; prepare lease packages; ensure annual/interim certifications.
• Enter work orders in Angus; monitor service orders and maintenance requests.
• Assist in inspections and audits preparation.

Skills

Housing management knowledge

Customer service

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in Business Administration/Real Estate/Public Administration

LIHTC certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Onesite

Yardi

Job description

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them.

Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation: We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly rate for this position is $25.03 - $26.50 per hour.

The Assistant Property Manager plays a key role in supporting the Property Manager in achieving the organization’s operational goals and in preserving the property’s value and integrity. This position requires prior experience with Low‑Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs, including processing annual recertifications and managing the tax credit compliance process.

Required: High School Diploma or Associate’s degree in related field (Business Administration, Real Estate, or Public Administration preferred), or equivalent knowledge. 1+ year of related work experience in Property Management. LIHTC (Low Income Housing Tax Credit) certification is preferred.

Required License/Certification: Must possess and maintain a vehicle and a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record history to obtain and maintain employment. The vehicle should be safe and reliable (mileage will be reimbursed).

Schedule: Monday - Friday, (4) days 8:00 am - 4:30 pm & (1) late shift (10:00 am - 6:30 pm or 11:00 am - 7:30 pm) - 40 hours per week.

Expected Contributions:

• Responsible for collecting rent, security deposits, and miscellaneous income on behalf of the property and keeping accurate files on all related documentation.
• Works in collaboration with the social services leasing intake team in maintaining a current and accurate waitlist.
• Ensures that residents adhere to all provisions of the Lease and community rules. Utilizes the rental policy for rent collection procedures, including assessing charges and properly invoicing residents for damages, late fees, and other miscellaneous charges, following up with delinquent accounts daily, as well as sending notices for prepaid accounts.
• Completes all Tax Credit move‑in certifications and recertifications promptly. Sends reminder notices, as needed. Must be able to calculate the income and assets in compliance with SOME and industry standards.
• Inspects and shows units, prepares lease package, performs lease orientations and signings, and submits relevant documentation to DCHA. Ensures timely and accurate certification for annual and interim.
• Responsible for entering work orders in Angus; reviews and tracks progress of service orders. Handles maintenance requests.
• Assists in preparing for inspections and audits.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must be familiar with housing management, the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program, HUD, the Public Housing program/DCHA, and comply with Fair Housing laws.
• Must possess strong organizational skills, outstanding customer service, and demonstrate the ability to work as a critical member of a team that is committed to building strong communities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel. Onesite/Yardi proficiency preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and patient.

Reports to: Property Manager

To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

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