Assistant Property Manager — Affordable Housing

Job overview

The Assistant Property Manager works onsite in Chicago, IL. Compensation is $50,000–$60,000 per year, plus leasing incentives. The role supports an affordable housing organization’s scattered-site portfolio of 318 LIHTC and Section 8 townhome units across three Chicago neighborhoods.

What you'll do

• Manage annual and interim resident recertifications, inspections, and follow-ups
• screen applicants, show units, prepare leases, process move-ins, and maintain the applicant pipeline
• assist with HUD subsidy processing and monthly TRACS transmissions
• prepare special claims
• maintain compliant tenant files, rent rolls, inspection records, and recertification paperwork
• process transfers and lease additions
• coordinate move-outs and unit turns
• flag resident and property issues to the Property Manager
• participate in the Tenant Appeals Committee when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant property manager

affordable housing

lihtc

section 8

hud

leasing

chicago il

blue castle agency

full-time

$50k–$60k

leasing incentives

yardi

onesite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• $25,000 life insurance at no cost
• long- and short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, 12 holidays, and a floating day
• ongoing training. Benefits begin after a 90-day probation period.

Why this role

Requires 1–2 years of HUD, LIHTC, or Section 8 affordable housing experience and at least one year processing recertifications. Illinois Leasing Agent license must be obtained within 90 days; training and license costs are covered. Bilingual English/Spanish and LIHTC or similar certifications are a plus, not required.

About the employer

Blue Castle Agency is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Property Managers. Sector: 53.