Assistant Community / Property Manager

Salary: $26.00 - $28.00 | Full Time | Monday–Friday, 40hrs Assistant Community / Property Manager – Affordable Housing East Patchogue, NY At Conifer Realty, being an Assistant Community Manager means being at the heart of what makes our affordable housing communities thrive. You’ll work alongside the Community Manager to ensure smooth daily operations — from leasing and compliance to resident satisfaction and financial performance. What You Bring 1–3+ years of experience in apartment or affordable housing management (LIHTC, HUD, RD 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 preferred (or willingness to obtain). How You’ll Make An Impact 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. Why Conifer? Our employees say the most rewarding part of working here is the impact, seeing the direct difference their work makes in people's lives. Benefits Competitive pay & annual salary reviews 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts Retirement plans with company match Incentive‑driven wellness program – earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives. Company‑paid life, short‑ & long‑term disability insurance Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact About Conifer Realty For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong. Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran. Requirements Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections. When required, weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities. Employees are expected to support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours. Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr