Assistant Property Manager - Barnstable, MA

Vesta Corporation; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, V

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vesta Corporation in Barnstable, MA is seeking an experienced Assistant Property Manager to support Village Green and Yarmouth Commons. You will assist the Property Manager to drive occupancy, oversee compliance with LIHTC and Section 8, manage rent collections, and nurture positive resident relationships.

The role includes stepping in as on-site leader when the Property Manager is away, requires an associate degree and 2+ years in property management, and offers competitive pay plus benefits,

Qualifications

• Associate degree (or equivalent experience) plus 2+ years in property management, leasing, or occupancy roles.
• Affordable Housing: LIHTC/Section 8 experience preferred; COS or CPO certifications are a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office and property management software (Yardi) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record; background check and drug screen required; multilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Compliance & Recertifications: Prepare and process annual/interim recertifications, lease renewals, HAP requests, and required agency documentation (LIHTC, Section 8).
• Leasing & Marketing: Handle application intakes, interview applicants, manage waitlists, show units, and market to maintain full occupancy.
• Operations & Collections: Post rents, issue late notices, track delinquencies, process work orders, and monitor contractors.
• Resident Relations: Deliver prompt customer service, address concerns, build community, and lead retention programs.

Skills

Customer service

Resident relations

Communication

Multilingual

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Yardi

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Property Manager – Affordable Housing (LIHTC/Section 8)

Location: Barnstable, MA (covering Village Green & Yarmouth Commons)

Pay: $26.00 – $28.00/hour

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

Vesta Corporation is looking for an experienced, customer-focused Assistant Property Manager to support operations across Village Green and Yarmouth Commons in Barnstable & Yarmouth, MA. In this role, you will work alongside the Property Manager to drive occupancy, oversee compliance, manage collections, and build strong resident relationships. You will also step in as the primary leader on-site when the Property Manager is away.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $26.00 – $28.00/hour + performance bonuses & service awards
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Financial Security: Company-matched 401(k), Disability insurance
• Time Off: Generous PTO + 12 paid holidays + floating holidays
• Perks: Tuition reimbursement, PetPlan pet insurance, EAP, and employee appreciation events

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance & Recertifications: Prepare and process annual/interim recertifications, lease renewals, HAP requests, and required agency documentation (LIHTC, Section 8).
• Leasing & Marketing: Conduct application intakes, interview applicants, manage waitlists, show units, and execute neighborhood marketing to maintain full occupancy.
• Operations & Collections: Post rent payments, manage late notices, track delinquencies, execute work orders in property software, and monitor service contractors.
• Resident Relations: Deliver prompt customer service, address resident concerns, build community engagement, and lead resident retention programs.

Qualifications

• Experience: Associate degree (or equivalent experience) plus 2+ years in property management, leasing, or occupancy roles.
• Affordable Housing: Hands-on experience with LIHTC and/or Section 8 strongly preferred. COS or CPO certifications are a major plus.
• Tech Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and property management software (Yardi preferred).
• Requirements: Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record; successful background check and drug screen. Multilingual skills are a plus.