Job Description

Assistant Liaison (Non-profit Housing)

Location: Metro Detroit

Reports to: Regional Operations Property Manager

About the Role

The Assistant Liaison supports the day-to-day operations of two cooperative housing properties in the Metro Detroit area—one smaller community (60–70 units) and one larger property (150–200 units). This role blends property operations, financial coordination, and relationship management, with a strong focus on supporting residents and volunteer leaders.

You’ll work independently while also collaborating closely with the office team, Education Department, and property volunteers. This position is ideal for someone who is caring, outgoing, flexible, mature, and dependable, and who enjoys meaningful work in a nonprofit environment.

This is an in-office position - property visits average once or twice per week.

What You’ll Do

• Support operations and communication for two co-op housing properties
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Senior Citizen residents and volunteer leaders
• Assist with budgeting, financial tracking, and basic financial reporting for each property
• Use Yardi for accounting and leasing functions
• Draft clear, professional, and well-written correspondence
• Coordinate with internal teams including Operations, Education, and office staff
• Maintain organized documentation and records
• Help ensure compliance with HUD, Fair Housing, and internal procedures

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience as a Property Manager or Assistant Property Manager
• Understanding of co-ops (cooperative management system)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including polished letter writing
• Ability to manage and understand property budgets
• Comfortable working independently while being a strong team collaborator
• Organized, dependable, and adaptable
• Experience with Yardi, Microsoft Word, and Outlook preferred
• Property management experience helpful, but not required
• Passion for working with seniors and community-focused housing

Work Schedule & Environment

• Semi-flexible schedule
• Office-based with limited on-site property visits
• Dress code:
• Business casual when at properties
• Jeans acceptable in the office

Benefits & Compensation

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• 10 days PTO, sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• Benefits begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) eligibility after 90 days
• After 1 year: 100% match on the first 6% contributed (up to 8% of salary)
• $40/month cell phone stipend
• Mileage reimbursement
• 6- and 12-month performance reviews
• Annual salary increases

Personal Attributes:

• Patience, empathy, and understanding, particularly in working with senior citizens.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• A strong sense of responsibility and initiative to accomplish tasks efficiently.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel to various co-op properties for meetings and inspections.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of senior residents while promoting a cooperative, community-focused environment. If you are passionate about property management, senior services, and non-profit work, we encourage you to apply.