Assistant Property Manager I

Assistant Property Manager I

Location New York, NY 10024 Date Posted August 24, 2026 Job ID 15348 Employment Type Direct Hire

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Assistant Property Manager I for our partner, a mission-driven housing organization dedicated to providing safe, stable, and affordable housing while supporting residents in maintaining independence and long-term housing stability. This is a full-time, onsite position in New York City.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Assistant Property Manager I supports the day-to-day administration, compliance, resident relations, and operations of an affordable and supportive housing property. Working closely with the Property Manager and onsite teams, this role helps maintain accurate housing records, coordinate building operations, and ensure compliance with applicable affordable housing programs. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented property management professional who enjoys combining administrative expertise with meaningful, resident-focused work.

PERKS:

• Competitive pay of $27.00-$33.00 per hour for a 35-hour workweek
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, life and disability coverage, and Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off, including 11-12 paid federal holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Commuter benefits, voluntary benefit options, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven housing organization

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage key affordable housing administration functions, including rent processing, lease documentation, move-ins, move-outs, renewals, unit transfers, income certifications, and resident records using property management systems such as RealPage.
• Prepare, track, and maintain accurate documentation related to LIHTC, Section 8, SCRIE, DRIE, and other applicable housing programs, ensuring resident files and certifications remain current and audit-ready.
• Partner with residents, subsidy agencies, social services teams, and internal staff to resolve documentation needs, subsidy discrepancies, rent arrears, housing-related concerns, and other matters that support continued housing stability.
• Support daily property operations by coordinating maintenance activities, inspections, vendors, building compliance requirements, supply needs, invoices, and follow-up on repairs or building violations.
• Assist the Property Manager with resident communications, staff coordination, meetings, reporting, Housing Court matters, rent collection, and general office administration, stepping in as an onsite resource when needed.
• Maintain organized and accurate property records, reports, certificates, vendor documentation, meeting minutes, correspondence, and other operational materials while supporting emergency procedures and occasional after-hours needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in affordable, supportive, or residential property management or a related housing environment, with an understanding of resident-centered service and housing stability.
• Working knowledge of affordable housing compliance programs such as LIHTC and Section 8; familiarity with DHCR, NYC 15/15, ESSHI, SCRIE, DRIE, or similar programs is beneficial.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain detailed records, and meet compliance deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with RealPage or comparable property management software is highly valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with residents, colleagues, service providers, vendors, and external agencies; Spanish-language skills are a plus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This full-time, nonexempt position offers compensation of $27.00-$33.00 per hour for a 35-hour workweek. Our partner offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 403(b) retirement savings plan; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); life and disability coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); commuter benefits; voluntary benefit options; vacation and sick time; and approximately 11-12 paid federal holidays. This position is onsite five days per week and includes regular movement throughout the property, including standing, walking, bending, and occasionally moving items weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.