NOW HIRING: EXPERIENCED AFFORDABLE COMMUNITY MANAGER

Property: Emerald Pines Multifamily Community
Location: Gulfport, Mississippi
Company: Arnold Grounds Apartment Management
Position Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Arnold Grounds Apartment Management is seeking a highly experienced, motivated, and results-driven Affordable Community Manager to oversee the daily operations of Emerald Pines Multifamily Community, located in Gulfport, Mississippi.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience managing Project-Based Section 8 (PBRA) affordable housing communities, with extensive knowledge of HUD regulations, compliance requirements, resident relations, financial management, and property operations.

We are looking for a strong leader who demonstrates accountability, professionalism, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a high-performing, compliant, and financially successful community.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily property operations, including leasing, occupancy, maintenance coordination, resident relations, and financial performance.

• Ensure full compliance with HUD Project-Based Section 8 regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Manage annual and interim recertifications, income verifications, eligibility determinations, and resident files.

• Maintain accurate tenant certifications and ensure timely submission of required documentation to prevent interruptions in Housing Assistance Payments (HAP).

• Prepare for and successfully manage HUD Management and Occupancy Reviews (MOR), REAC/NSPIRE inspections, and other regulatory audits.

• Monitor occupancy levels, vacancies, rent collections, delinquency, and property operating expenses.

• Supervise, train, and evaluate on-site office and maintenance personnel.

• Address resident concerns professionally while enforcing lease agreements and community policies.

• Coordinate unit inspections, work orders, preventive maintenance, and timely apartment turnovers.

• Prepare monthly property reports, financial documentation, and compliance updates for regional management.

• Maintain positive working relationships with residents, vendors, regulatory agencies, and ownership.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of Community Manager experience specifically within HUD Project-Based Section 8 affordable housing.

• Strong working knowledge of HUD Handbook 4350.3, tenant eligibility, income calculations, and recertification requirements.

• Experience with TRACS, EIV, HAP vouchers, and HUD compliance reporting.

• Demonstrated experience preparing for MOR reviews and NSPIRE inspections.

• Strong understanding of Fair Housing laws and landlord-tenant regulations.

• Experience using property management software such as Yardi, RealPage, or comparable systems.

• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet strict compliance deadlines, and maintain accurate resident records.

• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, rent collections, and expense control.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS), Certified Occupancy Professional (COP), or comparable affordable housing certification.

• Additional experience with LIHTC or other affordable housing programs.

• Proven success managing HUD-regulated multifamily communities.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a hands-on Community Manager who takes ownership of property performance, understands the importance of HUD compliance, and can effectively lead a team while providing excellent resident services.

Candidates must have direct Project-Based Section 8 management experience. Conventional property management experience alone will not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Why Join Arnold Grounds Apartment Management?

Arnold Grounds Apartment Management is committed to providing quality affordable housing while maintaining high standards of professionalism, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance.

We offer a professional working environment, opportunities for career growth, and the ability to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an updated resume highlighting their Project-Based Section 8 experience, HUD compliance knowledge, and property management accomplishments.

Arnold Grounds Apartment Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.