Assistant Property Manager

Assistant Property Manager Chicago, IL $50,000 – $60,000 / year + leasing incentives OVERVIEW An established affordable housing organization in Chicago is hiring two Assistant Property Managers for a scattered-site portfolio of 318 LIHTC and Section 8 townhome units across three Chicago neighborhoods. You'd join a team of one Property Manager and two Assistant Property Managers — this organization promotes from within, and the current APMs were promoted into their roles. This is your opportunity for growth! WHAT YOU'LL DO Own the resident recertification process — annual and interim recerts, home inspections, and follow-ups Run the leasing process: screen applicants, show units, prepare leases, process move-ins, and keep enough qualified applicants in the pipeline Work with the Property Manager on HUD subsidy processing, including monthly TRACS transmissions and fixing errors Prepare and follow up on special claims for vacant units Keep tenant files, rent rolls, inspections, and recertification paperwork compliant with funder and regulatory requirements Process unit transfers and lease additions for current residents Handle move-outs — inspections, damage documentation, and coordinating with maintenance on unit turns Flag non-payment, damage, complaints, and other issues to the Property Manager Sit on the Tenant Appeals Committee when needed WHY YOU MATTER Affordable housing only works if the paperwork is right and residents are treated well — recertifications on time, subsidy payments processed correctly, units turned fast. You're the one holding that together day to day. WHAT IT TAKES 1-2 years of HUD, LIHTC, or Section 8 affordable housing experience At least a year processing recertifications and annual interims Working knowledge of HUD guidelines, auditing, and project-based voucher requirements Fair housing knowledge and genuine customer service/leasing experience OneSite or Yardi experience Able to get an Illinois Leasing Agent license within 90 days (training and license costs are covered) A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and a vehicle Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, not required LIHTC, COS, or similar certifications are a plus THE PERKS! $50,000 – $60,000/year, plus a leasing incentive (currently $100 and an extra PTO day based on monthly performance) Medical (three plan options), dental, and vision coverage $25,000 of life insurance at no cost, plus long- and short-term disability 401(k) with company match PTO that grows with tenure — 15 days in years 1–2, up to 25 by year 4 — plus 12 holidays and a floating day Ongoing bi-weekly training on affordable housing topics Benefits begin after a 90-day probation period #J-18808-Ljbffr Blue Castle Agency