Assistant Property Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Property Manager – Affordable Housing

New York, NY | $60,000–$65,000 / year | Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Right Person. Right Seat. Right Results.

About the Company

EqualAccess is partnering with a growing property management firm focused on multifamily affordable housing. With a mission to support both residents and on-site staff through responsive service and compliance excellence, this organization is expanding its team and investing in operational efficiency across its New York City portfolio.

Position Summary

We are hiring an Assistant Property Manager to provide administrative and resident-facing support at an affordable housing site. This role is essential to day-to-day operations and will serve as a front-line contact for residents, support compliance workflows, process payments, and manage property-level documentation. The Assistant Property Manager reports directly to the Property Manager.

Key ResponsibilitiesResident Services & Communication

Answer phone calls and greet residents and guests at the management office

Assist with resident inquiries and help address unmet service needs

Schedule move-in interviews and special service appointments (e.g., extermination)

Draft household composition letters and communicate with residents regarding updates

Administrative & Operational Support

Manage Mitchell-Lama waitlist entries and updates; send waitlist letters

Process rent payments and update resident records in Yardi

Create, update, and close work orders for maintenance staff

Organize filing systems and office supplies

Scan documentation (e.g., terminations, HAP share changes) into Yardi resident profiles

Qualifications

1–2 years of experience in property management or administrative support

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Familiarity with affordable housing programs (Mitchell-Lama experience preferred)

Experience using Yardi or other property management systems a plus

High school diploma required; additional coursework or certification in admin or real estate is a plus

Excellent communication skills and professional phone etiquette

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to handle confidential information discreetly

Location : New York, NY

Employment Type : Full-time

Compensation : $60,000-65,000

Why EqualAccess

Every EqualAccess placement includes 6 months of mentorship, coaching, and career development support. We partner with employers that value retention, growth, and team empowerment—ensuring the right person is in the right seat for long-term success.

Benefits (Offered by Employer)

100% Employer-paid medical insurance (Employee coverage)

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match

Paid Time Off (starting at 120 hours / year)

56 hours of Paid Sick Leave annually

12 Paid Holidays + 1 Paid Volunteer Day

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-paid Life Insurance

Performance-based bonus opportunity

Financial wellness support (FinFit)