Assistant Property Manager - Multifamily

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Assistant Property Manager to help oversee the financial performance, day-to-day operations, regulatory compliance, and physical maintenance of Canvas Apartments. This role provides excellent customer service, supports annual budgeting and financial goals, ensures compliance with affordable housing programs, and helps lead and support a high-performing onsite team.

Core Leadership Competencies

Drive Results | Make Sound Decisions| Manage Execution | Communication | Lead People

Compensation & Incentive Summary

• Annual Base Salary: $45,000 - $54,000 per year.
• Incentive Compensation: Eligible for additional compensation through leasing commissions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service to residents, prospects, and other partners.
• Comply with requirements of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit affordable housing program, Fair Housing regulations, and company policies.
• Oversee leasing efforts for the property, including lead management, property tours, and generating rental applications.
• Process applications, including income calculations and verifications.
• Assist the Property Manager in ensuring smooth operations of the property, including physical property maintenance, rent collection, leasing, expense control, occupancy management, etc.
• Maintain positive resident relations and resolve issues as they arise to ensure a comfortable and safe living environment.
• Maintain occupancy goals through vacancy anticipation, proactive leasing, and on-time lease renewals.
• Complete move-in and move-out inspections with residents. Ensure that rented units are ready for new residents.
• Fill in as acting Property Manager when needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong written communication skills, including proficient grammar, spelling, punctuation, and professional business writing style for resident notices, emails, and reports.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain a professional, respectful tone across all interactions.
• Strong customer service, communication (written and oral), and relationship-building skills.

Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 1+ years of affordable property management experience preferred
• Experience with Yardi Voyager, RENTCafé, CRM software, and Microsoft Office preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Mobility & Walking: Frequently required to walk property grounds, navigate multi-story buildings, climb stairs, and walk across uneven outdoor terrain during property walkthroughs and inspections.
• Positioning & Lifting: Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, handle office equipment, and lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Vision & Communication: Requires specific visual acuity to conduct comprehensive inspections, read detailed reports, and engage effectively in verbal and written communication with residents, staff, and partners.
• Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Pre-Employment Screening & Testing Disclosures

• Background Checks: Employment is contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment requirements, including a criminal background check, motor vehicle record (MVR) review, verification of a valid driver's license, and fingerprinting.
• Drug & Alcohol Testing Notice: Pre-employment drug screening is conducted in strict compliance with the Minnesota Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace Act (DATWA) (Minn. Stat. § 181.950 et seq.). Testing complies with Minnesota state laws regarding lawful off-duty conduct and substance exclusions.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Non-Discrimination Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with federal law and the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA), all qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Appearance and grooming guidelines are interpreted and applied in accordance with equal opportunity laws, accommodating religious beliefs, certified disabilities, and protections for natural hair textures and protective hairstyles under the Minnesota CROWN Act.

Join us as an Assistant Property Manager to help lead our facilities into a more efficient future! Your expertise will ensure our properties operate seamlessly while maintaining the highest standards of safety and mechanical performance. We value proactive leadership that drives continuous improvement in facility operations—your skills will make a real impact!

Pay: $45,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55418: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person