Community Manager - Affordable

ffres; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Fairfield in the United States is seeking an Affordable Community Manager to oversee LIHTC/HUD programs, lead operations, financial performance, and regulatory compliance, while ensuring residents love where they live.

You will manage a team, own the property's budget, monitor financial results, and coordinate with housing authorities. The role emphasizes leadership, customer service, and adherence to housing regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a high-performing team.
• Own the property's operational budget and monitor financial performance.
• Oversee LIHTC/HUD compliance and inspections.
• Drive retention and resolve resident concerns.

Skills

LIHTC/HUD knowledge

Budgeting

Staff leadership

Regulatory compliance

Yardi experience

Fair housing laws

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Community:

Harvard Yard and Glenmary Number of Units: 216

About Fairfield

If you're driven and looking for a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, you just might be a fit for Fairfield! We are a leader in the multifamily housing industry and we're passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. As we continue to grow, we're dedicated to investing in our people. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger. Come build your future with us!

About the Role

As an Affordable Community Manager you'll lead property operations, financial performance, and compliance for LIHTC/HUD programs while ensuring residents love where they live. This role combines leadership, customer service, and regulatory expertise to deliver exceptional results.

What You'll Do

Below is a snapshot of what this role is all about. While there is more to it, this is the core focus.

Lead and Develop Teams

• Recruit, coach, and motivate a high-performing team.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

Manage Financials

• Own the property's operational budget.
• Monitor financial performance and implement cost-saving strategies.

Ensure Compliance

• Oversee LIHTC/HUD compliance and inspections.
• Maintain positive relationships with housing authorities.

Drive Resident Satisfaction

• Implement retention strategies and resolve resident concerns.
• Represent Fairfield professionally in all interactions.

Why You'll Love Fairfield

We're all about creating communities that people are proud to call home. Being a part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career with personal growth. It's a partnership, working alongside colleagues in an open-dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. We know that our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we're proud to reflect that in our culture.

Driven by Vision : We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us.

Career Growth & Learning : Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers and inspire them to create change for the better.

Culture of Collaboration : Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact.

A Company that Cares : We are proud to offer robust benefit packages with a focus on both quality of care and affordability. We offer competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, and paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO) to support causes that matter to you.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Industry certification preferred.
• Real Estate license preferred.
• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) Designation preferred.
• Certified Credit Compliance Professional (C3P) Designation preferred.
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) designation preferred if HUD property.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Minimum of three years of property management experience required.
• Minimum of three years LIHTC experience required.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Prior experience preparing for a REAC inspection, as needed for HUD properties.
• Experience in a leadership position and in managing a staff preferred.
• Experience using Yardi or other related property management accounting software.
• Experience in writing and maintaining budgets.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws and provisions.
• Strong knowledge of IRS 8823 guide and HUD 4350.3 Manual.
• Ability to read and understand regulatory agreements.
• Previous track record of maintaining occupancy and net operating incomes in multi-family property management positions.

Estimated Rate of Pay

$71,217.39 - $92,582.61 This position is exempt; the range above reflects annual salary.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*.

Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds.

This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any).

In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements:

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
• Matched 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance