Property Management Assistant — Leasing & Eligibility

City of Newark Housing Authority; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Newark Housing Authority seeks an Assistant Asset Manager to support the Asset Manager and Operations. You will screen applicants, determine eligibility, coordinate unit offers and leases, and assist with move-in activities across properties.

The role requires strong communication, data entry, and the ability to manage recertifications, rent processing, and tenancy files, while supporting department goals and customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Experience interviewing, verifying information, and making eligibility determinations.
• Experience in marketing or leasing apartments.
• Ability to handle tenant interactions and maintain files.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, interviews, and submits recommendations on resident eligibility for NHA housing services.
• Maintains 100% completion and accuracy of recertification/eligibility process monthly.
• Uploads recertification data into HUD PIC system with no errors.
• Assists Asset Manager with interview process of new housing applicants.
• Maintains tenant files per policies and procedures.
• Manages rent collection and prepares reports as required.

Skills

Interviewing

Verifying information

Eligibility determinations

Leasing experience

Customer service

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

HUD PIC system

Job description

City of Newark Housing Authority seeks an Assistant Asset Manager to support the Asset Manager and Operations. You will screen applicants, determine eligibility, coordinate unit offers and leases, and assist with move-in activities across properties.

The role requires strong communication, data entry, and the ability to manage recertifications, rent processing, and tenancy files, while supporting department goals and customer service standards.