Assistant Property Manager

Emerald City Associates
  • Columbia, South Carolina
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    Job Description

    Green Alpha Property Management is the property management arm of a real estate management and commercial investment company headquartered in Raleigh, NC, with a growing presence throughout the Southeast United States. We specialize in acquiring, managing, and enhancing multifamily communities with a strong foundation built on operational excellence and stakeholder impact. As our portfolio continues to grow, we offer multiple opportunities for career development and advancement.

    As an Assistant Property Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of our tax credit apartment community located in Columbia, SC, with a strong emphasis on leasing, resident relations, and operational support. 

    This is a full-time, salaried, on-site position. The base salary for this position ranges from $45,000 - $50,000 annually, with additional incentive potential.

    Roles and Responsibilities:
    You will assist the Property Manager in delivering an exceptional resident experience, maintaining occupancy, and ensuring company standards are consistently met. This role requires a positive, service-oriented mindset, attention to detail, and a strong sense of urgency—especially when units are vacant.

    • Greet prospective residents, conduct property tours, and present available units, amenities, pricing, and lease terms.
    • Process rental applications, complete applicant screenings, prepare lease agreements, and ensure all documentation is accurate and complete.
    • Utilize company software to track leads, applications, resident records, and leasing activity.
    • Support rent collections and follow up on late or outstanding balances in accordance with company policy.
    • Respond to resident inquiries, concerns, and maintenance requests in a professional and timely manner.
    • Coordinate with maintenance and vendors to ensure work orders, unit turns, and common areas meet company standards.
    • Assist with marketing efforts and ensure listings remain current and compliant with company guidelines.
    • Maintain organized files, reports, and operational records.
    • Ensure vacant units are fully market-ready and prepared for move-in.
    • Support the Property Manager with administrative tasks, reporting, and compliance with Fair Housing laws and company policies.

    Qualifications:

    • 1+ year of experience in property management or leasing required
    • Experience with LIHTC required
    • Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.); AppFolio experience preferred but not required
    • High level of integrity, professionalism, and work ethic
    • Positive, enthusiastic, and team-oriented attitude
    • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed
    • Ability to provide legal documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States
    Green Alpha Property Management is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds (including race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and veteran status) to apply. Diversity strengthens our organization and enables us to better serve our communities.
     

    Benefits:

    • Pay Range: $45,000-$50,000
    • Bonus/Incentive Opportunities
    • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
    • Short Term Disability
    • 401(k)  with Employer Match
    • PTO

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationColumbia, South Carolina
    Websitehttps://www.emeraldcityassociates.com

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • File Maintenanceunmatched
    • Leasingunmatched
    • Legal Documentsunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)unmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Property Managementunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Rentalsunmatched
    • Tax Creditsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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