Housing Project Manager

AppleOne Employment Services; Canóvanas (PR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Staffing Services in San Juan, PR is seeking a Housing Project Manager to oversee daily operations of subsidized housing projects including occupancy and tenant selection. This temp-to-hire role supports compliance with HUD/PRHFA guidelines and requires coordination of staff across multiple sites.

The schedule is weekday and travel between San Juan metro area locations is expected. The ideal candidate will have at least two years in housing administration, strong English/Spanish

Qualifications

• Coordinate daily subsidized housing project operations, including occupancy, tenant selection, and property administration.
• Support HUD, PRHFA, Section 8, and HUD Handbook 4350.3 compliance activities.
• Conduct tenant file audits, repayment agreement reviews, rent collection monitoring, and audit preparation.
• Prepare operational reports, work plans, compliance documentation, and administrative records.
• Minimum of two years of progressive experience in administrative operations, housing administration, or property management.
• Knowledge of regulations governing federally subsidized housing programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Windows OS.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English and Spanish.
• Basic mathematical skills and percentage calculations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and coordinate daily operations for subsidized housing projects.
• Ensure compliance with HUD, PRHFA, Section 8, HUD Handbook 4350.3 and related policies.
• Review tenant documentation, conduct file quality audits, and support reporting.
• Monitor rent collection procedures and help maintain housing projects in good condition.
• Participate in internal and regulatory audits and reviews.
• Prepare work plans, reports, and other administrative materials.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Ability to work under pressure

Independent and team collaboration

Strong attention to detail

Mathematical basics (percentages, etc)

Verbal reasoning and documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Windows OS

Job description

Job Summary

A Housing Project Manager opportunity is available in the San Juan, PR area for a detail-oriented professional with experience in administrative operations, subsidized housing, property management, or compliance-focused environments. This temp-to-hire role supports the daily administration of federally subsidized housing projects, including Section 8 occupancy, tenant file compliance, staff coordination, rent collection procedures, and HUD and PRHFA regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who enjoys structured operations, public service, compliance, and working with teams that support quality housing programs. The role offers a stable weekday schedule, exposure to housing regulations, and the opportunity to grow within a mission-driven real estate and property management environment. Candidates can expect a professional workplace with supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and a strong focus on service, accountability, confidentiality, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and coordinate daily operations for subsidized housing projects, including property administration, tenant selection, and occupancy processes.
• Ensure compliance with HUD, PRHFA, Section 8, HUD Handbook 4350.3, and applicable subsidized housing policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Review tenant documentation, conduct file quality audits, approve repayment agreements, and support accurate reporting and recordkeeping.
• Monitor rent collection procedures and help ensure housing projects are maintained in optimal condition.
• Participate in internal audits, inspections, accounting audits, and Management and Occupancy Reviews conducted by internal teams or regulatory agencies.
• Prepare work plans, reports, documentation, and other administrative materials as requested.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary: $36,000.
• Weekly equivalent: $692.31.
• Biweekly equivalent: $1,384.62.
• Car allowance: $1,500 annually, equivalent to $57.70 biweekly.
• Employment type: Temp-to-hire.
• Classification: Exempt.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
• Overtime and weekends: Must be available to work additional hours and weekends as needed.
• Work locations: Must be available to travel and work at different locations throughout the San Juan metropolitan area and Caguas.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Coordinate daily subsidized housing project operations, including occupancy, tenant selection, and property administration.
• Support HUD, PRHFA, Section 8, and HUD Handbook 4350.3 compliance activities.
• Conduct tenant file audits, repayment agreement reviews, rent collection monitoring, and audit preparation.
• Prepare operational reports, work plans, compliance documentation, and administrative records.
• Minimum of two years of progressive experience in administrative operations, housing administration, property management, or comparable responsibilities.
• Knowledge of regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements governing federally subsidized housing programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the Windows operating system.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentage calculations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated discretion and strict confidentiality when handling sensitive tenant, financial, or compliance information.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between work locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• College credits combined with relevant experience in housing administration may be considered.
• Certified Occupancy Specialist certification preferred.
• Experience with Section 8 property administration, tenant eligibility, occupancy processes, or subsidized housing compliance preferred.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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