Property Manager

We are looking for a Property Manager to support residential communities in Newark, New Jersey within the real estate development sector. This Long-term Contract opportunity is suited for a detail-oriented individual who can balance occupancy goals, regulatory compliance, resident relations, and day-to-day property operations. The role requires strong coordination across leasing, recertifications, maintenance follow-up, and partner communications to help keep communities well managed, fully documented, and resident-focused.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee leasing activity for available units by managing applicant pipelines, guiding prospects through qualification steps, and completing move-in documentation accurately and on schedule.
• Keep waitlists current and usable by reviewing records regularly, removing outdated entries, and assisting applicants with submission steps through the resident portal.
• Monitor occupancy performance closely and take timely action to support high utilization across assigned properties through outreach, follow-up, and local marketing efforts.
• Administer lease agreements, renewals, and annual income recertifications for applicable housing programs while maintaining complete and audit-ready resident files in both digital and paper formats.
• Support residents during recertification and tenancy-related processes, including transfers, accommodation requests, and general issue resolution with care and attention to detail.
• Coordinate with subsidy administrators, housing partners, and third-party payers to confirm tenant payment obligations, security deposit arrangements, and required rent portion documentation.
• Review market conditions for any market-rate inventory, recommend pricing updates when appropriate, and promote available units to strengthen leasing results and renewal outcomes.
• Partner with maintenance and site operations teams to track work orders, preventive service, inspections, and unit turnovers, escalating concerns when timelines or quality standards are at risk.
• Conduct regular property walks to identify appearance, safety, and maintenance issues, helping preserve curb appeal and overall asset condition.
• Work closely with the Property Manager and cross-functional teams to support community operations, share effective practices, and contribute to broader company objectives.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in property management, including residential communities and lease administration responsibilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of affordable housing compliance, including HUD-related processes, annual recertifications, and file readiness for audits.
• Hands-on experience managing occupancy, waitlists, leasing activity, renewals, and resident onboarding workflows.
• Familiarity with property management platforms such as Yardi and resident-facing systems used for applications, leasing, and recertifications.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with maintenance teams, vendors, housing partners, and internal departments in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills when working with residents, applicants, agencies, and third-party stakeholders.
• Capable of maintaining accurate records, handling sensitive information responsibly, and meeting deadlines across multiple properties or priorities.
• Experience with both residential and commercial property management environments is valued.

Compensation

$25.65-$29.70 Hourly

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