Assistant Regional Property Manager

Description

Christopher Community, Inc. (CCI) seeks a Full Time Assistant Regional Property Manager to join its growing organization! The physical work location for this position will be at the Corporate Office located in Syracuse, NY. 

CCINC is a not-for-profit Housing Development and Property Management company that assist low- and moderate-income families and seniors to secure suitable housing across Upstate New York. Christopher Community currently manages over 3,300 units of housing in more than 100 buildings, and administers the Rental Assistance Program in Onondaga County, which provides assistance to over 1,200 households. Since 1971, Christopher Community has maintained a proven track record in developing and operating affordable housing. We regularly receive very high ratings both from government and private entities for the way we manage our properties.

We offer competitive wages and generous benefits. Please see below for additional information: 

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

• Full Time Position
• 35-hour work week (flexible and hybrid scheduling available)
• 21 Paid Time Off (PTO) - Vacation, Personal & Sick Days (Increased to 30 PTO days after 1st Year)
• 13 Paid Holidays which include 2 Floating Days
• Up to 6% Employer Match to 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Company contribution to Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (*** CCI offers a $0 out of pocket cost health insurance plan for in network coverage beyond employee paid premium with employees not paying copays or having coinsurance ***)
• Hiring Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 Depending on Experience & Qualifications
• Additional opportunities for performance related incentives available throughout each fiscal year.

Requirements

The Assistant Regional Property Manager supports the overall operations of a multi-property affordable housing portfolio, with a strong focus on Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) compliance. This role ensures adherence to regulatory requirements during the 15-year compliance period, monitors property performance, and is responsible for occupancy, leasing, rent collection and reporting functions across a scattered-site portfolio.  The Assistant Regional Property Manager must have proven experience in LIHTC property management and demonstrate strong leadership skills in building and maintaining an effective team structure. 

• Ensure full rent collection and manage delinquencies, collections, and evictions.
• Maintain high occupancy rates by managing lease-ups, application waiting lists, and unit turnovers.
• Oversee resident selection, leasing, and annual recertification processes in compliance with LIHTC and other affordable housing regulations.
• Handle tenant concerns, complaints, and emergencies with professionalism and excellent customer service.
• Maintain accurate affordable housing waitlist by verifying applicant eligibility, ensuring readiness for occupancy, and purging records as necessary.
• Perform routine and as-needed unit inspections and spot audits of resident and property files.
• May fill in for other staff when that person is out of work for an extended absence.
• Ensure all LIHTC regulations and affordable housing program requirements are adhered to at all times. 
• Complies with anti-discrimination laws regarding housing, renting and advertising.
• Take initiative in supporting organizational goals and identifying opportunities for operational improvement.

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Three-five years of related experience and/or training in the property management field.
• Certification in Tax Credit Compliance preferred at the time of hire; must be obtained within six (6) months if not already held.
• Proficiency in property management software, particularly RealPage/OneSite, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent time management, communication and leadership skills are necessary.
• Must have a valid Class D driver’s license. Frequent travel throughout the portfolio is required for position. 
• Excellent time management and communication skills are necessary.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. Additionally, there may be circumstances that would require the employee(s) to work additional hours over and above the normal 35-hour work week. Christopher Community is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Christopher Community is a drug free workplace and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.