Assistant Property Manager

About us

Kahen Properties is a family-owned real estate ownership, management, and development company with a portfolio of residential and commercial properties across New York City. We are a small team, so you'll work directly with ownership and see every part of the business, from leasing and compliance to building operations and development.

The role

We're looking for a sharp, organized Assistant Property Manager to support day-to-day operations across our portfolio. This is a hands-on role for someone who learns quickly, follows through, and is comfortable handling many tasks at once.

Responsibilities

• Handle tenant communications, service requests, and move-ins and move-outs
• Monitor rent collections and arrears, and coordinate with legal as needed
• Track and help clear HPD, DOB, and other agency violations and compliance deadlines
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and building staff
• Maintain accurate records and reports in our property management system
• Support the property managers and ownership on special projects

Requirements

• 1–3+ years of property management or real estate office experience, ideally in NYC residential
• Hands-on experience with property management software (AppFolio or Yardi preferred)
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
• Clear writing and professional communication with tenants and vendors
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and fast to learn
• Familiarity with NYC rent stabilization, DHCR, and HPD/DOB is a strong plus