Assistant Property Manager

Job Description

Company Description Mortar Group is a privately held real estate investment firm that focuses on multi-family properties in prime New York City neighborhoods, with a particular emphasis on Brooklyn and other niche markets. Since 2000, the team has completed over 45 projects and built 1,200 apartments, with more than $370 million in assets completed or under management. The firm offers a boutique, highly personalized approach for investors seeking growth, passive income, retirement planning, and tax-optimized strategies. Mortar Group’s fully integrated in-house design, development, and asset management capabilities enable streamlined deal execution, risk mitigation, and consistent investor returns. The team combines the expertise of developers, architects, deal originators, construction managers, and private investors to deliver efficient, value-driven real estate investments.\n
Role Description The Assistant Property Manager will support the day-to-day operations of residential properties, ensuring a positive experience for residents and efficient building management. This part-time, on-site role is based in Brooklyn, NY and includes assisting with tenant communication, coordinating move-ins and move-outs, and responding to maintenance requests. The role involves helping monitor building conditions, following up with vendors and contractors, and supporting leasing activities such as scheduling showings and preparing application materials. The Assistant Property Manager will also assist with rent collection tracking, basic record-keeping, and preparing reports or updates for the Property Manager and ownership. Collaboration with the broader Mortar Group team is expected to maintain high standards of service, compliance, and property performance.\n
Qualifications
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• Experience in property management or residential real estate operations, including tenant relations and building oversight.
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• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a part-time schedule.
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• Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with residents, vendors, and internal team members.
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• Basic administrative and technical skills, including comfort with property management software, email, spreadsheets, and document preparation.
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• Customer service orientation, with a professional, respectful, and solution-focused approach to resident concerns.
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• Ability to work on-site in Brooklyn, NY, including occasional evening or weekend availability as property needs require.
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• Knowledge of local housing regulations and building operations is beneficial.
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• High school diploma required; coursework or a degree in real estate, business, or a related field is a plus.
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