Assistant Property Manager - Apartments
First Realty Management · firstrealtymgt.com
CambridgeLead / Manager
The job in short
Apartment property management.
Details
- Found
- 24 d ago · posted 2026-09-09
- Location as listed
- Cambridge, MA, US
- Role
- Property Management Assistant
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Description:
A family-owned and privately held property management company, First Realty Management has more than 70 years of experience with the industry knowledge to match. We combine the resources of a large company with the personal touch and attention to detail of a small, local firm.
At the core of it all, our talented employees are what make us stand out above the rest. While we perform as a top-tier property management company, we strongly emphasize our close-knit, family-owned foundation. Professional growth is encouraged through a commitment to educational advancement and opportunities to learn from industry thought leaders. We create a sought-after community atmosphere by recognizing and celebrating those who go above and beyond. And above all else – we always put our team members first.
First Realty Management is seeking a qualified Assistant Property Manager to be a key part of the management team for a market-rate, luxury apartment community, in Cambridge. This person will be responsible for marketing and sales activities related to leasing - strong experience with successful lease execution is required, as well as solid communication skills.
We are seeking an independent, highly self-motivated individual who will provide the highest quality product and service by:
• Assisting in operating the property within established financial guidelines and budget.
• Using innovative and creative marketing and sales techniques to increase occupancy at property - this may include advertising, social media usage, direct sales, flexibility on tour timing, networking, etc.
• Supervision of work orders and maintenance staff in the absence of the Manager.
• Increasing occupancy levels; decreasing turnovers.
• Reviewing delinquent accounts and taking required action.
• Ensuring residents' requests are responded to in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner.
• Maintaining resident account information on Entrata.
• Performing the monthly closing.
• Assisting the Property Manager with coordinating apartment turnovers.
• Coordinating resident activities.
• Ordering office supplies and maintaining office equipment.
Requirements:
• Must have 3 plus years experience in assisting in managing multi-family rental housing with strong marketing skills.
• Strong resident relation skills with the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Must have strong sales and marketing skills, a successful track record of leasing, and solid communication skills (written, verbal, social media).
• The ideal candidate will be able to exercise excellent leadership, judgment, and initiative.
• Experience with Tax Credit properties and recertifications.
• Superior writing and computer skills with solid knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge of property management software such as Entrata is highly preferred.
• Superior multi-tasking abilities are essential to the position.
• Superior customer service and professionalism.
Benefits:
• Sign-on Bonus.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, PTO/Personal leave.
• 401(k) plan.
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability.
• Flex spending accounts & Transportation expense accounts.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development.
An EOE/ Veterans/Disabled Employer:
If you need an accommodation to apply due to a disability or protected veteran status, please contact HR at 617-423-7000, ext. 3772.