Community Manager

Community Manager (Lease-Up & Stabilized Operations)

Location: Onsite in SW Portland, OR Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Compensation: $24-$27 per hour plus full benefits Employment Type: Contract to Hire

About the Role

The Community Manager will lead the full lease-up of a tax credit community and transition into managing day-to-day operations once the property stabilizes. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, compliance-driven, and highly personable - capable of balancing leasing momentum, resident relations, compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Lease-Up Phase Responsibilities

• Drive all lease-up activities from pre-leasing through full occupancy.
• Market the community effectively to attract qualified applicants.
• Conduct tours, application intake, LIHTC eligibility screening, and certification processing.
• Maintain accurate applicant and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with ownership, marketing teams, and vendors as needed.
• Report lease-up progress, traffic, and occupancy metrics.

Post Lease-Up / Ongoing Community Management

• Manage day-to-day operations of the community, ensuring a well-maintained, compliant, and resident-focused environment.
• Oversee rent collection, notices, delinquency management, and resident communication.
• Maintain full compliance with LIHTC regulations, Fair Housing laws, and property policies.
• Partner with maintenance to ensure timely resolution of work orders and upkeep of property standards.
• Monitor budget performance, support financial reporting, and implement cost-effective solutions.
• Foster positive resident relationships, coordinate resident events, and address concerns professionally.
• Prepare for audits, inspections, and annual recertifications.
• Lead onsite staff (if applicable) and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with LIHTC / Tax Credit housing is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in leasing, property management, or affordable housing.
• Strong understanding of compliance documentation and eligibility workflows.
• Proficient in property management software.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work onsite full-time in SW Portland.

Pay Details: $24.00 to $27.00 per hour

Search managed by: Ashley Armstrong

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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