Asset Living is hiring: Assistant Community Manager in Pasadena

Company Overview

Asset Living is a third‑party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Our growth from a small property management firm to a trusted ally in real estate drives our passion for community development across multifamily, single‑family rentals, affordable housing, build‑to‑rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.

Asset Living is a fast‑growing company that values diversity, innovation, and results. We believe “Together We Lead, Together We Succeed” and empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve. Our culture is inclusive and offers opportunities for growth, making us a recognized Best and Brightest Place to Work and ranked among the NMHC top 50 professionals.

Assistant Community Manager

The Assistant Community Manager logs daily operations under the supervision of the Community Manager. The role oversees personnel, leasing, maintenance, financial, administration, and risk management; it also manages rent delinquency and collections to optimize cash flow.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Post all payments and income, process and reconcile daily account receivables, monitor bad debt and prepare late notices, support budgeted revenues and expenses, post charges and bill back utilities, perform end‑of‑month closing procedures, maintain accurate records, audit resident files, walk units and post move‑out charges and refunds.
• Personnel Management: Regular onsite attendance, screen and hire staff, provide ongoing training, coaching and counseling, promote staff harmony and job performance, enforce company policies, ensure effective leasing techniques, support marketing strategies, handle resident complaints, develop retention programs, and conduct lease showings.
• Administrative Management: Deliver excellent customer service, monitor maintenance response times, maintain property appearance with timely repairs, supervise business operations, and manage property resources and vendor relationships.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred or two years of housing industry experience; or 1–2 years related experience with training.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use onsite software functions.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.

Physical Requirements

Regular stationary work, standing or sitting for prolonged periods, repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and fingers. Frequent movement around the worksite, occasional ladder or stairs use, ability to lift up to 25 lbs, operate machinery or vehicles, work overtime, weekends, night hours, inside/outside environments, and hazardous chemicals.

Salary

Hourly rate: $14 to $16 per hour.

Compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, accidental, and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, performance bonuses, paid sick days, and company holidays.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be updated. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties or responsibilities without notice.