Community / Property Manager

Description

Community / Property Manager - Affordable Housing | Albany, NY

Salary: $74,000.00 - $77,000.00 | Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 40hrs

Be the Heart of a Community

At Conifer Realty, being a Community Manager means more than managing a property. It means being the person who helps families feel secure, neighbors feel connected, and communities take pride in where they live.

You'll have the chance to do work that truly matters, providing affordable, welcoming homes where children can grow, parents can breathe easier, and lives can flourish.

If you've ever wanted a career in property management where leadership meets purpose- this is it.

What you offer as a Community (Property) Manager:

Every day, as a Community (Property) Manager, you'll be a force for stability, hope, and community:

• Lead with heart – use your 1+ years of property management experience to mentor your team, foster growth, and create a culture where everyone feels valued.
• Shape "home" – apply your expertise in inspections and reporting in affordable housing compliance (hold a TCS or COS certification or have at least 2 years managing LIHTC or HUD Project-Based files). Compliance is the cornerstone of Conifer's success—your precision ensures families remain securely housed.
• Open doors - build trusted relationships with housing authorities and community partners to connect families with vital resources.
• Balance with care – oversee leasing, rent collection, financial oversight, budgeting, and vendor management with accuracy and integrity.
• Be present for people - guide residents through move-ins, move-outs, and daily needs with empathy and professionalism.
• Live our mission - take ownership of your community, ensuring every detail reflects Conifer's commitment to dignity, quality, and care.

Why Conifer?

Our employees say the most rewarding part of working here is the impact, seeing the direct difference their work makes in people's lives.

Along with purpose, you'll also enjoy:

• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
• Retirement plans with company match
• Incentive-driven wellness program - earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
• Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
• Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact

Who Thrives Here

This role is a calling for someone who is:

• Mission-driven & compassionate - motivated by helping families and building stronger communities.
• A natural leader - able to inspire, coach, recruit, and mentor with empathy.
• Resourceful & steady - comfortable managing details without losing sight of the big picture.
• Community-focused - someone who sees residents not as tenants, but as neighbors.

About Conifer Realty

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.  

Requirements

Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections.

When required, weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities.

Employees are expected to support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours.

Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.