Assistant Property Manager

Who We Are: 

The United Group of Companies, Inc. – celebrating over 50 Years in business - is a full-service, vertically integrated leader in real estate development and management with over 50 years of industry expertise. Our mission is to develop, build, and acquire vibrant communities where our residents, investors, partners, and commercial clients feel welcome, connected, and fulfilled. Our commitment to innovation sets us apart and is evident in our award-winning lifestyle programs. We firmly believe that where you live, and work, should be an experience that enriches and improves your life. United Group provides a place to call home and a space where businesses thrive in all communities we join.

We are honored to have been voted by our employees as one of the Albany Times Union's Top Workplaces for ten consecutive years, along with being named a national Top Workplaces USA employer for six consecutive years, most recently for 2025. We have achieved this recognition by fostering a culture of leadership and accountability, offering a unique environment to our employees that cultivates individual growth and rewards performance. To learn more about us: https://www.ugoc.com/

Join Our Team! 

We have an immediate need for a full-time Assistant Property Manager to join the team at Pinnacle Living at Forts Ferry, one of United Group's professionally managed multi-family communities located in Latham, NY. To learn more about our property, visit their website: https://www.pinnaclelivingatfortsferry.com

Marketing Leasing Assistance

• Assists with preparing advertising and marketing materials


• Prepares regular market surveys


• Responsible for completing and distributing weekly and/or monthly sales reports


• Makes recommendations to improve marketing and leasing programs

Program Planning

• Uses a foundation of creativity to develop new programs and coordinate activities for residents that support the SUN® program in alignment with the budget provided, and that coincide with residents’ interests


• Plans, organizes, leads / instructs, participates, and supervises residents in crafts, games, sports, and recreational and cultural activities


• Documents resident activity and personal work activity through notes or other written documentation

Resident Management Service

• Assists in all phases of rent collection process and rent manager program


• Reviews the Property complaint log to identify areas in need of remediation or assistance 


• Plans, assists with, and supports on-site resident events and programming 

Financial Reporting Control

• Prepares all accounts payable for Property Manager's approval


• Prepares all month end reports for Property Manager's approval


• Assists in the preparation of the budget


• Reports on variances from budget


• Prepares all paperwork relating to move-ins and move-outs

Administrative Assistance

• Inputs all data into computer system


• Prepares all necessary paperwork and items related for resident move-ins and/or renewals


• Demonstrates the ability to handle emergencies that may arise on site


• Communicates all problems and makes recommendations to the Property Manager

Maintaining Physical Asset

• Assists with performing follow-up inspections of maintenance work orders


• Makes regular inspections of the property grounds, including all common hallways/areas, interior, and exterior spaces as needed 


• Assists the Maintenance team by making recommendations for physical repairs, replacements, and/or improvements when identified and approved


• Recommends purchasing supplies, materials, equipment, and related items was needed and when approved

Driving Requirements

• As needed, transports residents to and from appointments and activities, operating and maintaining the Company vehicle (van/bus, etc.) in a safe and legal manner 


• A minimum of three (3) years driving experience is required if the position will be responsible for driving or considered to be a driving role

Job Overview Requirements:

• Job Type: Leasing and Activities Coordinator; $22 – $24 per hour plus Bonus Program 


• Work Hours: Full Time; Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm (evenings and weekends as needed based on community events)


• Physical Requirements: Light lifting and carrying


• Required Education: Bachelors degree or related experience in Sales/Marketing and Event Coordination 


• Required Experience: 1 -2 years of property management experience, specifically leasing and/or activities coordination. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Entrata and Canva preferred. 


• Certifications: Professional designations, i.e. Certified Professional Manager (CPM), Accredited Residential Manager (ARM), or equivalent industry designation preferred. 


• Qualities: Demonstrates integrity on a personal and professional level; Exceptional communication, sales, and negotiation skills; Ability to solve problems involving residents and challenging situations

Benefits Time Off: 

• Medical – Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern NY – 3 insurance plans with HSA options; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.


• Dental Vision – eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.


• Life Insurance – Company paid Basic Life Insurance Policy (1x Annual Salary) with additional Voluntary Life Plans; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.


• 401K Retirement Plan – Voya Financial; Employee Contribution Eligibility at 1st of the month following 90 days; eligible for Employer Match after 1 Year of Service; up to 4% Company Match.


• Additional Benefits – Employee Assistance Program; United Concierge Medicine (24/7 telemedicine service, including Mental Health); Calm App premium subscription; Learning Care Group (childcare tuition discount); Dependent Care FSA; Tuition Assistance Program.


• PTO – Personal (24 Hours), Sick (56 Hours), and Vacation Time (80 Hours; escalated based on years of service up to 160 Hours); eligibility after 90-day Introductory Period.


• Holidays – 10 Company Paid Holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected class covered by law.