Assistant Property Manager - Ascent

Sherman Associates; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer-paid short-term disability

401k company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sherman Associates seeks an Assistant Property Manager for Aspire in Westminster, CO. This entry-level position supports the Property Manager in showing apartments, screening applicants, and maintaining occupancy targets within the market-rate/luxury portfolio.

You will work Monday–Friday 9 am–6 pm, with potential overtime and a focus on resident service, budget monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of residential real estate experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Real Page or similar property management software preferred.
• Understanding of HUD/ MFHA programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule showings, screen applicants and verify applications.
• Manage marketing, advertising, and rent-increase processes.
• Maintain occupancy goals and budget adherence.
• Prepare resident files and move-out materials.
• Ensure compliance with housing laws and company policies.
• Interact with residents and coordinate with property management team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Customer service

RealPage awareness

Education

High School / GED

Tools

RealPage

Job description

• Job Level : Entry Level (less than 2 years)
• Level of Education : High School/GED
• Job Type : Full-Time/Regular
• Date Updated : 10/09/2026
• Years of Experience : Up to 2 Years
• Starting Date : Invalid Date
• Reports To : Property Manager
• FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Be a part of something great and find yourself At Home, At Sherman! Our commitment to people and our vision for the future, combined with our history of success spanning decades, makes Sherman Associates who we are. We have become an industry leader by fulfilling our mission of Building Communities, Enriching Neighborhoods, and Empowering People.

If you are passionate about helping others and knowledgeable of real estate management, we have the right opportunity for you! We are currently seeking an Assistant Property Manager to join our amazing team at Aspire. At Sherman, we pride ourselves on hiring resident-focused and skilled property management talent who strive to lead community operations. We believe we can offer a challenging, fast-paced and rewarding experience that is unique to supporting our mission, vision, and values.

Work Location

This position supports Ascent, 255 units of market-rate/luxury housing located in Westminster, CO.

Parking is free for all onsite property staff members.

Schedule & Hours

The schedule for this role will be Monday - Friday from 9 am - 6 pm.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Makes appointments, shows apartments, screens applicants, and verifies applications for completion.
• Shops comparable projects in the marketplace monthly.
• Provide excellent customer service with a focus on tenant retention.
• Meets all designated deadlines.
• Manages property in accordance with budget limitations.
• Keeps Property Manager informed at all times in the areas of property conditions, tenant complaints, suggestions for improvement of property performance.
• Informs management of common areas in need of cleaning and repair.
• Works on the last day and first day of each month until responsibilities completed; some overtime may be required.
• Prepares all resident files to include all preparatory paperwork.
• Prepares all move-out material for Property Manager.
• Ensures compliance with state, federal and local housing laws.
• Complies with all Sherman Associates, agency and city compliance requirements.
• Stays abreast of any changes in fair housing and affordable housing compliance requirements.
• Enters marketing information, installs resident, enters vacate notices, prints reports on RealPage and Lead2Lease programs.
• Assists with subsidy administration in accordance with HUD rules and regulations.
• Implements comprehensive marketing strategy to meet predetermined vacancy standards.
• Show and Leases apartments; implements and maintains effective advertising and marketing plan.
• Plans and coordinates model apartments.
• Responds promptly and responsibly to resident requests.
• Plans and coordinates resident activities.
• Holds regular Crime Watch meetings.
• Prepares monthly newsletter for entire complex.
• Develops and maintains effective, professional relationship with residents, the community, and owners.
• Maintains customer service and excellent relations with residents, resident cooperatives, commercial tenants outside agencies and organizations.
• Meets Company benchmarks for occupancy, rent collections and timely compliance paperwork.
• Sends notices and makes phone calls for any late rent.
• Assists Property Manager in making purchases in accordance with budget specifications and guidelines.
• Tracks budget variances and brings those variances to the attention of the Property Manager.
• Reviews and codes all invoices for payment.
• Collects rent payments and makes bank deposits on a daily basis.
• Prints monthly reports concerning lease expiration dates and calculates rent increases.
• Other tasks & duties as assigned based on business need.

Location

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• 1-3 years of industry experience within residential real estate; or an equivalent number of years of education and real estate management experience
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills; Ability to communicate effectively with community tenants, vendors / external parties, and across corporate divisions.
• Knowledge of Real Page or other related Property Management software (Yardi, Lead2Lease, OneSite Accounting etc.) strongly preferred.
• Understanding of Affordable Housing Programs (HUD / MFHA Programs) strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Abilities

• As applicable, must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle with insurance and safe DMV driving record.
• A passion for the mission, vision, and values of Sherman Associates.
• Office hours may vary due to the specific needs of the portfolio.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Exposed to ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment found in a typical office environment; quiet to moderate noise level.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand at a desk for up to 8-hours per day. Walking and standing are required the rest of the working day. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.
• Must have the ability to move around freely throughout the property and office, and necessity varies from day to day.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.

ADDITIONAL SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

• Must successfully meet criminal background screening requirements for position.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $24-28/hour + commission/bonus eligibility. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position; including experience, skills, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees which may include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Additional supplemental insurance policies including: Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness; Hospital Indemnity; Long-Term Disability;Pet insurance
• Employer-paid employee assistance program
• Fully vested 401k company match program
• 9 Paid holidays and competitive PTO program
• Sherman Associates' Starbucks and Hotel discounts

Sherman Associates is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply.

This job advertisement is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Only applicants who complete our online application process will be considered for employment. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact [e-mail] .