Property Manager- Affordable

Job Description – Affordable Housing Property Manager

Position Title: Affordable Housing Property Manager

Reports To: Regional Manager

Location: Scatter Sites - Maryland and Washington DC

Company: River View Residential LLC

The Affordable Housing Property Manager is responsible for the overall operations, financial performance, and regulatory compliance of an affordable multifamily community. This role ensures full compliance with LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and other affordable housing program requirements, while maintaining high resident satisfaction and achieving ownership goals. The Affordable Housing Property Manager provides leadership to on-site staff, ensures accuracy in compliance reporting, and serves as the primary point of contact for ownership, residents, vendors, and regulatory agencies.

• Oversee all aspects of property operations including leasing, maintenance, compliance, and resident services.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ownership objectives, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular property inspections to ensure safety, curb appeal, and compliance with program standards.

• Ensure strict adherence to LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, HOME, and other applicable affordable housing program requirements.
• Review and approve initial certifications, annual recertifications, and interim certifications for accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain resident files in compliance with all agency and investor requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain accurate compliance reports for agencies, syndicators, and ownership.
• Respond to agency audits, file reviews, and inspections, ensuring successful outcomes.
  
  Train staff on compliance procedures and program requirements.
• Prepare and manage annual property budgets in coordination with corporate leadership.
• Monitor rent collections, track delinquencies, and enforce collection procedures.
• Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, and funding requests.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, variance explanations, and operational updates for ownership.

• Oversee marketing and leasing activities in compliance with affirmative fair housing marketing plans.
• Ensure accurate income qualification and rent calculations for affordable programs.
• Monitor occupancy levels, renewal activity, and waitlist management.

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, ensuring a high level of satisfaction.
• Resolve resident concerns and disputes in a professional and timely manner.
• Coordinate resident communications, notices, and community-building activities.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise on-site staff including assistant managers, leasing consultants, and maintenance personnel.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide coaching, and ensure accountability to compliance and operational standards.
• Foster a positive, professional, and compliance-focused culture.

• Minimum 3–5 years of property management experience with a strong emphasis on affordable housing.
• In-depth knowledge of LIHTC compliance, HUD regulations, Section 8, and other affordable housing programs.
• Tax Credit experience – required.
• Strong financial management skills including budgeting, collections, and reporting.
• Proficiency with property management software (Yardi/One Site preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Affordable housing certifications (e.g., COS, HCCP, TCS, SHCM) strongly preferred.
• High school diploma required;
  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field preferred.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus eligibility.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-recognized holidays.
• Professional development opportunities, including compliance training and certifications.

River View Residential is a third-party property management company specializing in multifamily and mixed-use assets, including affordable housing communities. We pride ourselves on operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and exceptional resident service. Our team is committed to maximizing asset performance while ensuring compliance with all housing program requirements.

River View Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, military status, disability status, sexual orientation, or any other category covered by applicable law.