Assistant Community Manager - Affordable

Fairfield is a leading multifamily housing company recognized for its commitment to creating exceptional apartment living experiences. Operating within the multifamily housing industry, Fairfield has established itself as a vertically integrated operator and investment manager, handling in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. This holistic control over all aspects of property management allows Fairfield to deliver superior quality and service to its residents and foster a culture of growth and collaboration among its employees. Known for its supportive and trust-based work environment, Fairfield values the contributions of its associates and actively invests in their professional development through training, coaching, and mentoring programs. The company fosters a culture that emphasizes openness, collaboration, and continuous improvement, which promotes a positive workplace atmosphere where innovative ideas and career advancement are encouraged. At Fairfield, employees are not just part of a company but part of a partnership that drives meaningful impact in the communities they serve.

The Assistant Community Manager - Affordable position is located in the Cedar Grove community, which consists of 288 residential units. This role is pivotal in supporting the overall property operations with a focus on compliance with affordable housing programs such as Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and HUD guidelines. The Assistant Community Manager will be responsible for elevating resident satisfaction and retention by providing excellent customer service and mentoring the leasing team. This position requires someone who is passionate about property management and ready to take the next step in their career by assuming leadership responsibilities, including oversight of daily operations and financial management.

In this role, the Assistant Community Manager will be involved in a variety of tasks ranging from financial duties like rent collection, invoice processing, and monthly financial reporting using Yardi software to affordable housing compliance tasks such as income verification and rent limit monitoring. Additionally, this role requires strong interpersonal skills to lease apartments effectively, respond to resident inquiries, and maintain positive relationships with housing authorities. The position offers an hourly wage in the range of $23.25 to $26.00, depending on skills and experience, and is a non-exempt role eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time off, matched 401(k) plans, medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, and life insurance.