Assistant Asset Manager (AmeriCorps Member)

NOTE: An AmeriCorps Member is providing national service and is not considered an employee of either LISC or Brilliant Corners.

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.

In short, we do good work.

We have offices statewide with a staff of passionate people. While we are growing rapidly, we are also selective: We’re seeking inspired, talented people who want to be effecting profound change and who have fun doing it.

What is LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation)

With residents and partners, LISC forges resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America – great places to live, work, visit, do business and raise families. Since 1979, LISC and its affiliates have invested approximately $32 billion in housing, businesses, jobs & financial health, education, safety, and health that help to revitalize and stabilize underinvested communities. Headquartered in New York City, LISC’s reach spans the country from the East Coast to the West Coast through 37 local offices, a rural program that reaches more than 2,400 counties in 49 states, and LISC-founded affiliates and entities. Visit www.lisc.org to learn more.

Role and Responsibilities

The Assistant Asset Manager is expected to undertake the following generalized activities toward goal achievement. These activities may or may not include administrative duties related to the below goals/activities, or newly assigned activities that are allowable and not prohibited by AmeriCorps, may be assigned by Brilliant Corners in furtherance of goal attainment:

Financial Monitoring and Reporting

• Track property-level financial performance, including budgets, operating expenses, and revenue
• Review monthly financial reports to identify variances and flag potential issues for the Asset Management and Property Management teams
• Assist in preparing financial summaries, one-pagers and presentations

Lease and Contract Administration

• Collect, organize, and maintain lease agreements and ensure compliance with terms
• Track critical dates such as lease expirations, rent escalations, and contract renewals
• Coordinate with property managers to address tenant compliance and occupancy requirements

Property Performance Oversight

• Monitor occupancy rates, turnover timelines, and maintenance requests to identify trends
• Conduct periodic site visits to assess property conditions and ensure compliance with standards
• Assist in putting into place corrective actions for underperforming properties

Sustainability and Resource Management

• Research and recommend sustainability initiatives, such as energy efficiency upgrades or waste reductions strategies
• Track and report on resource usage, including utilities and waste management metrics

Resident Engagement and Support

• Collect and analyze resident feedback to inform property management strategies
• Collaborate with service providers to ensure resident needs are met and support programs effective

Compliance and Documentation

• Assist in preparing compliance reports for funders and regulatory agencies
• Maintain accurate records for audits, inspections, and reporting purposes

Stakeholder Coordination

• Attend property management and service provider meetings on behalf of the Asset Management team
• Work with property managers, service coordinators, and other partners to align goals and resolve issues

Administration and Special Projects

• Support the Asset Management team with administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings or maintaining data systems, up to 20% of member’s time
• Contribute to special projects, such as portfolio-wide lease evaluations or property refinancing efforts

Professional Development and Training

• Participate in training sessions on affordable housing finance, property management, and residential services o Take part in mentorship opportunities and guidance from senior Asset Management s