Vice President, Affordable Housing

About the role

Asset Living is a third-party management firm founded in 1986. The company fosters thriving communities nationwide through partnerships in multifamily, single-family rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing. Asset Living has grown from a small property management firm into a trusted real estate ally through passion and consistent effort. The organization employs diverse talent across the United States to drive innovation and client results. Asset Living holds memberships with The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and maintains Accredited Management Organization (AMO) status. Recognition as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and an NMHC top 50 professional ranking highlight the company's reputation. The firm operates under the principle "Together We Lead, Together We Succeed."

This Vice President, Affordable Housing role is based in Portland, OR; and Seattle, WA. It is an onsite position focused on leading teams and managing risk across multifamily and affordable housing portfolios. The annual compensation for this role is $130,000.00. You will own the complete lifecycle for housing communities, driving strategy and execution from resident contact to final delivery. Decisive judgment and hands-on oversight will elevate the portfolio and partners. You will steer portfolio performance by aligning budgets, forecasts, and operational metrics for sustainable growth. Orchestrating intake workflows will verify eligibility, collect documentation, and initiate service plans promptly. Constructing compliant housing solutions will involve coordinating inspections, vendors, and maintenance scheduling. Reviewing performance data will identify gaps, enabling corrective actions and refined resident services. Shipping finalized reports and deliverables will meet regulatory deadlines and stakeholder expectations. Partnering with finance, legal, and community groups will align assets with strategic objectives. Guarding financial integrity will require rigorous timesheet validation, payroll accuracy, and budget controls. Championing fair housing and safety protocols will ensure consistent policy application across all sites.

Key facts

Location: USA

Compensation: $130,000.00

The position demands adherence to Asset Living's company policies, safety guidelines, and liability concerns. Locations are concentrated in Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington, requiring onsite leadership across specified multifamily and affordable housing portfolios. Engagement details are outlined on the official application materials, including shift coverage and on-call expectations as needed for operational continuity. This role reports to senior leadership and interfaces with regional directors to ensure alignment with corporate objectives. The successful candidate will utilize IREM, AMO, and NMHC frameworks to guide best practices and compliance. Nice to have qualifications include direct experience in affordable housing, LIHTC structures, and HUD program administration. Practical tools for this position include proficiency with property management software, MS Office suites, and data analytics platforms to track key performance indicators.

What you'll do

• Execute portfolio strategy for affordable housing communities by coordinating budgets, forecasts, and operational performance indicators.
• Orchestrate resident intake and eligibility verification processes, ensuring documentation completeness and prompt service plan initiation.
• Construct and oversee compliant housing solutions through coordination with vendors, inspectors, and maintenance scheduling teams.
• Analyze performance data to identify operational gaps, then implement corrective actions and refine resident service protocols.
• Prepare and distribute finalized reports and deliverables that satisfy regulatory deadlines and meet stakeholder expectations.
• Partner with finance, legal, and community engagement groups to align asset utilization with strategic objectives.
• Safeguard financial integrity via rigorous timesheet validation, payroll accuracy checks, and strict budget controls.
• Champion fair housing regulations and safety protocols to ensure consistent policy application across all managed sites.
• Manage teams using consistent methods and company guidelines for hiring, coaching, and professional development initiatives.
• Document counseling sessions, performance evaluations, and salary requests for review by senior leadership and human resources.
• Approve timesheets to verify accuracy for vacation, sick time, and hours, ensuring valid signatures and compliance.
• Resolve performance issues through documented communication, corrective measures, and appropriate termination when necessary.

Requirements

• Meet the bar established
• Adhere to Asset Living's company policies, safety guidelines, and liability considerations as mandatory standards.
• Demonstrate eligibility and hard requirements detailed
• Comply fully with fair housing laws, safety standards, and internal policies that govern daily operations.
• Maintain consistency in applying policies and procedures across all sites and resident interactions.
• Uphold financial controls and timesheet validation practices that protect company and client interests.
• Support quality performance and harmony through active leadership, coaching, and supportive feedback.
• Ensure timely submission of reports, documentation, and deliverables in alignment with regulatory and stakeholder timelines.
• Utilize IREM, AMO, and NMHC affiliations to guide decision-making and professional standards.
• Commit to onsite engagement and portfolio leadership as defined in the role parameters and official posting.

Nice to have

Nice to have qualifications include prior experience in affordable housing, LIHTC programs, and HUD regulatory frameworks. Preferred affiliations with IREM, AMO, and NMHC are noted as advantageous for this position. Familiarity with property management technology platforms and data reporting tools is beneficial for efficient portfolio oversight.