AVP / VP of Asset Management
The OpportunityWe are seeking anArea Vice President or Vice President of Asset Managementto maximize the long-term value, performance, and mission alignment of a portfolio of affordable housing communities. This role is heavily focused on acquisition support, recapitalization, and repositioning strategies—overseeing assets from due diligence and closing through renovation and stabilization.
Role OverviewThe position will oversee the financial, physical, and regulatory performance of an affordable housing portfolio across the full asset lifecycle. This leader will partner closely with Acquisitions, Development, Property Management, lenders, investors, and regulatory agencies to achieve targeted financial outcomes while maintaining compliance with applicable affordable housing programs.
Key ResponsibilitiesPortfolio & Asset StrategyImplement and continuously refine asset management strategy, identifying opportunities to enhance value, mitigate risk, and improve operational efficiency
Develop and execute asset-specific business plans aligned with acquisition underwriting, capital improvement strategies, and long-term hold objectives
Monitor performance across the lifecycle including lease-up, stabilization, repositioning, recapitalization, and long-term hold
Acquisitions, Due Diligence & TransactionsSupport underwriting and due diligence, including review of operating performance, compliance status, physical condition, capital needs, and partnership structures
Partner with Acquisitions and Development to evaluate recapitalization scenarios, LIHTC resyndications, Year 15 strategies, and disposition alternatives
Analyze exit strategies and tax implications, including LIHTC capital account modeling and exit tax projections
Financial Performance & ReportingCreate, manage, and enhance asset-level financial models to track operating performance, capital expenditures, and long-term projections
Establish annual operating and capital budgets (including rent growth assumptions) in collaboration with Property Management; present recommendations to senior leadership and/or Board
Review monthly financials and performance against KPIs; identify trends, risks, corrective actions, and watchlist items
Prepare and maintain dashboards and portfolio reporting for senior leadership, investors, and Boards
Compliance, Risk & Stakeholder ManagementMaintain a working understanding of partnership agreements, regulatory agreements, loan documents, subsidy requirements, and investor obligations
Oversee compliance performance and reporting to state housing agencies, HUD, investors, and lenders
Review draft audits and oversee corrective actions as needed
Proactively manage property and partnership risk factors; develop and implement corrective action plans
Build and maintain relationships with investors, lenders, regulators, syndicators, property management partners, and internal stakeholders
Capital, Reserves & Waterfall OversightManage LIHTC capital accounts, surplus cash calculations, asset management fees, deferred developer fees, and other owner incentives
Ensure fulfillment of partnership waterfall obligations, including payments to subordinate lenders
Oversee replacement reserve and escrow reimbursement reviews and approvals
Support insurance procurement, property tax abatements, and exemption processes
Physical Asset Oversight & RepositioningConduct periodic physical and administrative reviews to assess condition, market positioning, management effectiveness, and capital planning
Partner with Development and Construction teams to execute capital improvement and repositioning initiatives aligned with business plans
Evaluate market comparability, rent positioning, and affordability restrictions to inform long-term strategy
Experience & QualificationsRequired:
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
7–10+ years of progressively responsible affordable housing asset management experience, including involvement in acquisitions, recapitalizations, and/or portfolio repositioning
Deep working knowledge of LIHTC structures, subsidy programs, partnership accounting, and regulatory compliance
financial modeling and analytical skills (operating performance, capital planning, and exit scenario evaluation)
Proven ability to work cross-functionally and lead through influence with internal teams and third-party partners
Proactive, detail-oriented leader able to manage multiple assets and priorities simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership, investors, and Boards
Preferred:
Certified Housing Asset Manager (CHAM) designation or willingness to obtain
Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive compensation, commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to lead mission-aligned affordable housing strategy with significant influence across acquisitions and long-term portfolio performance
Why This OpportunitySenior leadership role with direct impact on portfolio performance and preservation outcomes
Exposure to acquisitions, LIHTC recapitalizations/resyndications, Year 15 strategy, and repositioning execution
High-collaboration environment across Acquisitions, Development, Construction, Property Management, and capital partners
Opportunity to drive long-term value while supporting affordability and compliance
Next StepsQualified professionals interested in a confidential discussion are encouraged to apply or contactwRight Resourcesdirectly. All inquiries will be handled with discretion.#J-18808-Ljbffr