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Community Manager

Career Strategies - Natl
Santa Cruz, CA Temporary
POSTED ON 6/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/15/2026

Career Strategies is an employee-owned staffing firm specializing in the multifamily industry, with over 35 years of experience connecting property management teams with talented professionals through temporary roles, many with temp-to-hire potential.


Lead an affordable housing community as a LIHTC Property Manager in Santa Cruz, CA!


We're seeking an experienced Property Manager to oversee a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Section 42) community. This role blends operations leadership with the specialized compliance that Tax Credit properties require.


What you'll be doing:

• Oversee all daily operations and lead, train, and support the on-site team

• Manage leasing, waitlist administration, and unit availability

• Complete income certifications at move-in and annual recertifications

• Maintain accurate, audit-ready tenant files in line with Section 42 rules

• Monitor compliance with the regulatory agreement and state housing finance agency requirements

• Handle rent collection, ledgers, and delinquency follow-up

• Build positive resident relationships and resolve concerns professionally

• Coordinate maintenance and vendors and conduct property inspections

• Use property management software (Yardi, RealPage, or OneSite) for operations and reporting


What we're looking for:

• 1-2 years as a Property Manager on LIHTC / Tax Credit properties

• Strong knowledge of Section 42 income certification, recertification, and the next-available-unit rule

• Familiarity with Tax Credit compliance and 8823 prevention

• Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills

• Solid understanding of Fair Housing requirements

• TCS, C3P, HCCP, or COS certification a plus (Tax Credit deals layered with tax-exempt bonds welcome)


Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm

Pay: $30-$33 per HR, paid weekly


Ready to lead a community that matters? Apply now — we're interviewing this week.


Equal Opportunity Employer. Background check required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #ZrNSM

Company Description
We connect talented professionals with great assignments by matching your skills with our clients' needs, helping you get your foot in the door. If it’s a match, you'll receive a job offer directly from the property, with clear pathways to permanent positions, salary increases, and additional perks like benefits and bonuses once you’re hired.

We pay weekly on Thursdays, so you can access your earnings sooner. Discover why Career Strategies is different, let's help you secure a successful career in the apartment industry while enjoying the flexibility and experience that temporary assignments provide!

Salary : $30 - $33

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