Assistant Community Manager

An experienced Assistant Community Manager is needed for a close-knit, project-based Section 8 senior housing community (62+) in Kansas City. This compliance-heavy role is ideal for someone with hands-on HUD paperwork expertise and a passion for serving an older resident population.

Responsibilities

• Support the Community Manager in running day-to-day operations for a project-based Section 8 senior community
• Process move-ins and annual/interim recertifications in line with HUD requirements
• Maintain resident files and ensure full compliance with Section 8 and fair housing regulations
• Handle leasing activities including applications, waitlist management, and unit turns
• Build relationships with residents, many of whom have been in the community for years
• Coordinate with maintenance on service requests and unit readiness
• Assist with budgeting, reporting, and rent collection
• Help prepare for and support HUD/management-agent inspections and audits
• Step in for the Community Manager when needed

Requirements

• 2-3+ years of property management experience, with hands-on Project-Based Section 8 experience required
• Working knowledge of HUD recertification processes and income/asset calculations
• COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist) or similar affordable housing certification a plus
• Comfortable with property management software (Yardi, OneSite, or similar)
• Patient, service-minded approach — this role serves a senior population
• Strong attention to detail on paperwork and compliance
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Benefits

• BCBS health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Paid time off (PTO)
• $2,500 education assistance

Pay

$30+/hour