Assistant Property Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for More Than a Job? You Just Found It.

At Newman Student Housing Fund, we’ve built more than just housing.

We’re home to some of the most inspiring student housing communities in the country, and we’re just getting started.

Newman Student Housing Fund is a national leader in Inspired Student Housing with a clear purpose: Building Communities. Changing Lives.

We create spaces where students grow with intention and purpose — and where our team members feel needed, known, and valued. We’re close knit, grounded, and full of heart.

Here’s what you’ll love about working with us:
• 3 weeks of paid time off earning more the longer you're here!
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time — because giving back matters here.
• Company wide closure from Christmas through New Year’s
• Full health benefits and a 401(k)
• A workplace that’s fun, mission-driven, and full of heart!

If you’re looking for more than a job, if you’re looking for meaning, growth, and community, we’d love to meet you!

Come work with us. Grow with us. Change lives, including your own.

What You'll Do:

The Assistant Property Manager is a dual-role position with a primary focus on driving occupancy through leasing and marketing strategies, while also serving as support to the Property Manager leading the property’s mission, operational goals and financial successes. This team member plays a critical role in resident engagement, branding, and leasing performance, and steps into operational leadership when needed.

Your Impact:

Leasing & Marketing (Primary Focus)
• Lead all leasing efforts, including goal setting, daily lead management, and performance tracking.

• Oversee execution of the property's annual marketing strategy, including digital, grassroots, and university-facing efforts.
• Manage leasing team and student brand ambassadors, providing regular training, coaching, and support.
• Maintain high standards of customer service in all prospect interactions and leasing communications.
• Oversee online reputation, review platforms, and social media engagement to support leasing efforts.
• Partner with the Property Manager and corporate marketing team to evaluate campaign performance and adjust tactics as needed.

Resident Life & Community Engagement:
• Support the Community Assistant team in executing events that align with our Inspired Living mission.

• Maintain a strong presence at resident events and in the community to support satisfaction and renewals.
• Help facilitate resident communication and assist with resolving resident issues alongside the GM.

Assistant Property Manager Duties:

• Act as property lead when the Property Manager is out of office.
• Assist with financials including tracking expenses, reviewing monthly financials, forecasting, and budgeting support.
• Participate in vendor coordination, contract execution, and service scheduling.
• Contribute to staff hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training as needed.
• Help ensure compliance with all operating standards, policies, and housing regulations.
• Participate in ownership or corporate-level reporting calls when requested.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

What You Need to Get the Job Done

• A Bachelor’s degree or proven success as an Assistant Property Manager position preferred
• Ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in off campus student housing
• Sales and/or management experience in multifamily housing, student housing, hospitality, or retail industries
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
• Comfortable working flexible hours during leasing season or event support
• Proficiency in CRM/property management systems and general office software
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Team player with high levels of professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm
• Must have basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements

What Will Make Us REALLY Love you:

• You are enthusiastic and enjoy your work.
• You are bilingual
• You’re ready to bring awesome energy to our team!

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Work-Life Balance: Work that stays at work, with genuine balance.
• Great Company Culture – We are a team. We work as one. We act as one.
• Work that Stays at Work – Genuine work/life balance.
• Rest and Relaxation – Generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays plus company-wide closure from Christmas to New Year.
• Health Benefits – Comprehensive health coverage because healthy people = happy people.
  Newman Student Housing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
  Because our team members are trusted to handle sensitive information, we require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired.