Impactful Assistant Community Manager - Affordable Housing

Conifer Realty LLC; Elizabeth (NJ); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and annual reviews

13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two+

6 weeks parental leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans with company match

Wellness program with HSA credits

Life, disability insurance

Ongoing training and certifications

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Conifer Realty is seeking an Assistant Community Manager to support daily operations of affordable housing communities in Elizabeth, NJ. You will assist with leasing, compliance, resident satisfaction, and financial performance, reporting to the Community Manager.

The ideal candidate has 1–3+ years in property management, knowledge of LIHTC/HUD, strong computer and communication skills, and a willingness to obtain COS/LIHTC certifications.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in apartment or affordable housing management (LIHTC, HUD preferred).
• Knowledge of leasing, compliance, marketing, or office administration.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office; Yardi or similar software preferred).
• Basic accounting or bookkeeping skills to assist with rent collection and reporting.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• AAS degree or some college preferred; high school diploma or GED required.
• Certifications such as COS or LIHTC are preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Champion service and connection – greet residents and prospects, respond to inquiries, and support a welcoming environment.
• Support leasing success – market apartments, conduct tours, and process applications, leases, and renewals.
• Ensure compliance – manage LIHTC, HUD, and affordable housing documentation with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Collaborate daily – coordinate with the maintenance team on work orders, turnovers, and inspections.
• Drive community engagement – plan resident events, assist with outreach, and manage social media activity.
• Keep operations running – process invoices, prepare reports, collect rent, and back up the Community Manager as needed.
• Promote excellence – uphold Conifer’s policies, professionalism, and commitment to resident care.

Education

AAS degree or some college

High school diploma or GED

COS or LIHTC certifications

LIHTC/HUD knowledge

Leasing knowledge

Office administration

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Yardi or similar software

Microsoft Office

Basic accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi

Job description

Conifer Realty is seeking an Assistant Community Manager to support daily operations of affordable housing communities in Elizabeth, NJ. You will assist with leasing, compliance, resident satisfaction, and financial performance, reporting to the Community Manager.

The ideal candidate has 1–3+ years in property management, knowledge of LIHTC/HUD, strong computer and communication skills, and a willingness to obtain COS/LIHTC certifications.