Assistant Property Manager

💼 Assistant Property Manager 📍 Olympia, WA

⚡ $60,000 – $65,000 / year (DOE)

A growing property management company is seeking a hands‑on Assistant Property Manager to support a localized portfolio of six Class C apartment communities in Olympia totaling 236 units
. This role works closely with the Olympia Area Manager and is highly field‑oriented, requiring regular on‑site presence across the portfolio.

This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable being visible in the communities, addressing resident issues in real time, supporting delinquency reduction, and helping stabilize and improve asset performance.

• Provide hands‑on support for daily operations across a localized portfolio of Class C communities
• Be regularly present on‑site, traveling locally between properties as needed
• Assist with unit turns, move‑ins, move‑outs, and unit readiness inspections
• Conduct frequent property walks to monitor cleanliness, safety, and curb appeal
• Identify issues early and coordinate with maintenance for timely resolution
• Support leasing efforts, including tours, applications, and renewals
• Interact daily with residents to address concerns, complaints, and compliance issues
• Assist with rent collection and follow‑up on delinquent accounts
• Support preparation and delivery of notices in compliance with Washington State landlord‑tenant law
• Maintain accurate resident files, documentation, and administrative records
• Post payments, process invoices, and assist with accounts payable
• Support monthly reporting, file audits, and budget tracking
• Coordinate vendors and monitor quality and timeliness of work
• Serve as on‑site support when the Area Manager is off‑site
• Assist with special projects, property clean‑ups, inspections, and portfolio initiatives

This role plays a critical part in stabilizing and improving community performance. Your on‑site presence, attention to detail, and ability to manage resident and operational challenges directly impact occupancy, delinquency reduction, and overall asset health.

• 2+ years of residential property management experience
• Experience working with Class C assets strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Washington State landlord‑tenant laws
• Comfortable handling difficult residents, delinquency, and compliance matters
• Highly organized, proactive, and solution‑oriented
• Proficiency with property management software (Yardi, App Folio, or similar)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required for daily local travel

• Not afraid to roll up their sleeves and be on‑site daily
• Calm, firm, and professional in challenging situations
• Strong attention to detail and follow‑through
  
  Team‑oriented, dependable, and adaptable
• Able to balance administrative responsibilities with active field work

• $60,000 – $65,000 annual compensation
  , depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Two weeks annual vacation
• One week sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Direct support and mentorship from an experienced Area Manager
• Growth opportunities within a regional property management organization