Garden-Style Apartment Community | HUD Housing Experience Required
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and resident-focused Affordable Housing Property Manager to oversee the daily operations of a garden-style apartment community. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HUD affordable housing programs, regulatory compliance, property operations, and resident relations.
This position requires a hands-on leader who can manage the property's financial performance, maintain compliance with HUD regulations, lead the on-site team, and ensure a well-maintained community while delivering excellent customer service.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the apartment community, including leasing, occupancy, rent collection, resident relations, and maintenance coordination.
Ensure compliance with HUD regulations, program requirements, income and asset eligibility, annual and interim recertifications, and required resident documentation.
Maintain accurate tenant files, rent calculations, certifications, and supporting documentation in preparation for HUD reviews, Management and Occupancy Reviews (MORs), and audits.
Monitor occupancy, delinquencies, collections, expenses, and other key performance indicators to meet established property goals.
Manage the property's budget, review financial reports, monitor expenses, and identify opportunities for cost control.
Supervise, train, and hold on-site staff accountable for performance, productivity, and customer service.
Coordinate maintenance operations, work orders, unit inspections, preventive maintenance, and property curb appeal.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents, vendors, ownership, and corporate management.
Address resident concerns professionally and consistently while enforcing lease requirements and community policies.
Ensure timely completion of reports, compliance deadlines, and administrative responsibilities.
Previous experience managing an affordable housing community with hands-on HUD program knowledge.
Strong understanding of HUD occupancy requirements, income and asset calculations, rent calculations, and resident recertifications.
Experience preparing for HUD inspections, MORs, audits, and file reviews.
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and property management software.
Strong financial and administrative skills, including budgeting, expense management, and delinquency monitoring.
A commitment to resident satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and property performance.
Experience with OneSite property management software is a plus.
Experience managing garden-style apartment communities.
Experience with LIHTC/Section 42 affordable housing programs in addition to HUD is desirable.
Experience supervising maintenance personnel and coordinating vendors.
Familiarity with HUD REAC/NSPIRE inspection requirements and corrective-action follow-up.
We are looking for a proactive, accountable, and solutions-oriented Property Manager who understands that succ