Assistant Property Manager

Location: Wausau, WI
Schedule: Full-time
Pay: $21–$25/hour, depending on experience

About the Opportunity
A well-established housing and property management organization is seeking an Assistant Property Manager to support the daily operations of a residential community. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with residents, managing administrative processes, supporting leasing efforts, and contributing to a positive living environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in resident relations, occupancy management, compliance, rent collection, and overall community operations while partnering closely with site leadership.

Qualifications

• Support day-to-day operations of a residential housing community.
• Assist with leasing activities, including conducting tours, processing applications, preparing lease documentation, and coordinating move-ins and move-outs.
• Maintain resident files and ensure accurate recordkeeping and compliance documentation.
• Assist with rent collection, payment processing, banking activities, and financial reporting.
• Monitor occupancy levels and support marketing initiatives to attract prospective residents.
• Respond to resident inquiries and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Coordinate maintenance requests and follow up to ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct inspections of vacant units, common areas, and community grounds to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Assist with property reporting, administrative functions, and data management.
• Support compliance with housing regulations, fair housing requirements, and company policies.
• Help oversee resident retention initiatives and community engagement activities.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer service and resident satisfaction.
• Serve as a point of contact during leadership absences.
• Support safety initiatives and ensure compliance with workplace and community safety standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operational teams to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming community environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of residential property management, community management, housing administration, or related experience preferred.
• Experience working with affordable housing programs, housing compliance, or regulated housing environments is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with rent collection, recordkeeping, and administrative reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
• Experience with property management software is a plus.
• Property management certifications are a plus.

• Resident relations and conflict resolution
• Leasing and occupancy management
• Financial recordkeeping and reporting
• Compliance and documentation management
• Project coordination and problem solving
• Team collaboration and leadership support
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance.
• Ability to travel locally between community sites as needed.
• Flexibility to work schedules that support community operational needs.

• A customer-focused approach to resident service.
• Strong administrative and organizational abilities.
• Professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
• A commitment to creating a positive experience for residents and team members alike.

Salary : $21 - $25