Assistant Property Manager (FULL-TIME)

EAST ORANGE HOUSING AUTHORITY; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

East Orange Housing Authority is seeking an Assistant Property Manager to handle tenant applications, resolve issues, and assist in marketing and financial activities of the property. The role includes rent processing, lease handling, and coordinating with maintenance to prepare vacant units.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (GED) with preferred business/management education, be familiar with housing regulations, and be capable of using Word/Excel and property management

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; degree preferred.
• Experience in real estate, property management, or customer service.
• Willingness to obtain property management certification within 3 months.
• NJ Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Process rent payments and late payments; assist with evictions.
• Interview tenants and conduct property tours.
• Process applications, conduct credit checks, reference calls.
• Distribute and collect leases; ensure legal documents signed.
• Address tenant questions and complaints; resolve issues.
• Market the property and manage marketing materials.
• Inspect property and coordinate with maintenance for vacant units.
• Maintain tenant records and assist in emergencies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Real estate knowledge

Housing regulations

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Property management software

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Management

Tools

Property management software

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Property Manager processes new tenant applications, addresses and resolves tenant issues and complaints, manage workflow of routine work orders, assists in marketing the property, and assists in managing the financial aspects of the business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER

• Collect and processes rent payments and other fees.
• Inquire about late payments and assists in handling any eviction issues.
• Interviews new prospective tenants and gives tours of property.
• Processes applications, conducts credit checks and calls references.
• Distributes and collects leases and ensures that all required legal documents are signed.
• Addresses and promptly resolves questions, requests, and complaints from tenants.
• Creates and distributes marketing materials.
• Inspects property on a regular basis to assess condition of buildings and grounds.
• Work with maintenance staff to ensure that vacant units are ready for new tenants.
• Reports any problems or issues to the Property Manager.
• Manages records and files of current tenants.
• Assist in responding to emergencies
• Other related duties assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Part of the workday will be spent in a temperature-controlled management office, handling paperwork.
• The remainder of working hours will be spent visiting units and common area inspections.
• Flexibility is required in terms of working hours, since many tenant inquiries and issues may need to be addressed in the evenings or on weekends.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,000 Annually, Commensurate with experience
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off (Vacation, Personal Time, NJ Sick Leave, Holidays)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the strong organizational skills
• Possesses knowledge of the real estate industry and state and federal housing regulations.
• Proficient in basic computer programs including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrates familiarity with property management software
• Must be detail oriented with ability to manage time efficiently.
• Exhibits solid communication skills, with an ability to calmly resolve disputes or complaints.
• Works well with a team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Management preferred.
• Real estate, property management, or customer service experience required.
• Expected to complete property management certification within three months
• NJ Driver’s license required