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Town of Nantucket•Public Housing

Rental Property Assistant

Location

Nantucket, Massachusetts, United States

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

3-3 years

Compensation

$39 - $50 per hour

Posted

1d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The Rental Property Assistant coordinates the maintenance and occupancy of Town-owned and leased housing properties under the direction of the Real Estate Specialist. This role involves applying professional skills and technical knowledge to planning, housing, and property maintenance, often requiring independent judgment.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Real Estate Specialist or designee, the Property Assistant coordinates the occupancy, maintenance, and administration of Town- and Trust-owned and leased residential properties, with a core focus on employee housing. The role applies professional housing knowledge and independent judgment to manage daily operations, track finances, coordinate vendors, and uphold confidentiality in compliance with public records laws.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Property Administration

- Support the administration of Town- and Trust-owned and leased residential properties.

- Coordinate the preparation, renewal, maintenance, and amendment of leases, licenses, and housing agreements.

- Maintain comprehensive inventory records, including occupancy, furnishings, utility data, and tenant files.

- Track rental payments, security deposits, and invoices in coordination with the Finance Department.

- Prepare purchase requests, contractor work orders, and supporting vendor documentation.

Employee Housing Services

- Manage employee housing software platforms and maintain occupancy schedules.

- Guide employees through application, property showings, licensing, and move-in/move-out workflows.

- Coordinate turnover logistics: conduct unit inspections, schedule professional cleanings, issue/collect keys, and update records.

- Serve as the primary liaison for tenant communications regarding repairs, scheduled maintenance, and renewals.

- Assist with housing budget tracking and financial reporting.

Property Maintenance and Operations

- Intake, document, and triage maintenance and service requests with DPW Facilities, outside contractors, and Town departments.

- Schedule preventative maintenance, property inspections, repairs, and contractor access.

- Monitor compliance with lease/license agreements; document and escalate violations or safety concerns to the Real Estate Specialist.

Administrative Support and Reporting

- Generate monthly vacancy, occupancy, and turnover reports, alongside routine administrative correspondence.

- Support invoice preparation and backup Administrative Assistant functions when needed.

- Identify continuous improvement opportunities for portfolio utilization and operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Associate degree in a related field.

- 3 years of related administrative or property management experience; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

- Valid Class D Motor Vehicle Driver's License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

- Knowledge of municipal government practices, housing regulations, and property transactions (Nantucket real estate dynamics preferred).

- Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace (word processing, spreadsheets, databases) and housing management software.

- Working knowledge of basic accounts payable/receivable and financial recordkeeping.

- Exceptional customer service, interpersonal communication, diplomacy, and conflict-resolution skills.

- Discretion in handling confidential legal, financial, and personnel information.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced office setting with frequent interruptions.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

- Work is primarily conducted in a standard municipal office environment with intermittent travel to residential sites for showings and inspections.

- Light physical demands: sitting, walking, standing, stooping, and occasionally lifting items up to 30 lbs (e.g., files, office supplies).

- Normal visual and motor dexterity required for document analysis, keyboarding, and computer operations.

Updated 1d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Property Management • 1+ yrs
Office Software • 1+ yrs
Recordkeeping • 1+ yrs
Accounts Payable/Receivable • 1+ yrs
Customer Service • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs
Independent Judgment • 1+ yrs
Data Management • 1+ yrs

Experience

3-3 years

Certifications

Valid Class D Motor Vehicle Driver’s License • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Administration

Industries

Real Estate & PropTech

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$39 - $50 per hour

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodHourly

Benefits and perks

Health Insurance

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationNantucket, Massachusetts, United States
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium • 7/10
physicalLow • 2/10
cognitiveMedium • 7/10
executionHigh • 8/10
creativityLow • 3/10
uncertaintyLow • 4/10
communicationHigh • 8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Town of Nantucket

Team size

Growing team

Location

Nantucket, Massachusetts, United States

The Town of Nantucket is a municipal government entity whose Housing Department coordinates the maintenance and occupancy of Town-owned and leased housing properties. It provides employees with a retirement pension through Barnstable County Retirement, 90% employer-sponsored health insurance plan options, and a diverse selection of supplemental insurance policies.

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Rental Property Assistant

Nantucket, Massachusetts, United States • Full Time