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Property Assistant jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are available at real estate firms, property management companies, and commercial real estate operators that build these roles around degree-level duties in business administration, real estate, or finance. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting status for up to three years.
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ABOUT GREYSTAR
Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $350 billion of real estate in more than 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $34 billion of development assets and over $36.5 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
This role supports and assists the Community Manager in overseeing and managing the financial and operational facets of the community by completing accounting and bookkeeping tasks, preparing monthly close-out and financial reports, processing invoices for payment, collecting rent, fees, and other payments, completing bank deposits, dispositions, and account reconciliations, and using the property management software to record, track, and report on all financial workings of the community.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Completes the daily transactions and tasks related to the financial operation of the community by collecting and posting rent, fees, and other payments, preparing daily bank deposits and reconciling bank accounts, preparing financial reports, and processing invoices and payables.
- Operates the property management software (Yardi/OneSite) and completes transactions by entering all required fields correctly and by completing updates and back-ups to ensure the integrity of the system.
- Reviews resident files and accounting records to determine unpaid and/or late fees owed, communicates with residents regarding outstanding balances, implements procedures for collecting on delinquencies, and enforces the lease to maximize revenue.
- Reviews and submits invoices from vendors, contractors, and service providers for payment by reconciling work performed or products purchased, obtaining community manager approval, coding charges to appropriate Chart of Account codes, and managing communication between the vendor/contractor, accounting, and the client/owner as needed.
- Follows the Company’s established procedures related to evictions by following proper notice requirements, evicting residents, and representing the community as required in court hearings and eviction proceedings.
- Processes resident move-outs by reviewing lease terms and notice requirements, applying appropriate deposit and lease cancellation fees, if applicable, and processing the disposition in accordance with established procedures and legal requirements.
- Promotes resident satisfaction and retention by responding to complaints, questions, and requests in a timely manner, and taking appropriate action to resolve and address service issues.
- Acts as the on-site supervisor in the absence of the community manager by organizing and delegating daily work, coordinating maintenance and make-ready tasks with the maintenance supervisor, and managing the operation of the community in compliance with Company policies, procedures, and business practices.
- Assists in managing the client/owner relationship by meeting with the owners, conducting community tours, providing updates and information about the community’s performance, and responding to owner requests as needed.
- May assist and/or support leasing and marketing efforts by greeting prospective residents, gathering information about the prospect via the Guest Card, showing ready apartments and models, closing and obtaining the lease deposit, and assisting the prospective resident in completing the rental application and credit verification.
- For California Only: The Assistant Community Manager or Leasing Manager must review all completed move in files prior to submission to the Community Manager for review and approval.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Communications, or related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
- 1-3 years minimum of relevant experience in residence life and/or property management that demonstrates the application of community management, sales, marketing, and customer service background sufficient to assist in managing the day-to-day operations of an apartment community, resolve customer complaints and issues, complete financial records, documents, and reports, increase sales revenues, and coordinate the work of a team.
- Understanding of lease terms and lease enforcement, including collections.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a collaborative member of a team.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS:
- Incumbents must have all licenses and/or certifications as required by State and Local jurisdictions.
- Incumbents must have valid driver’s license to drive a golf cart on property.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Internet, word processing, spreadsheet, and database management programs in order to complete required reports and documents.
- Strong proficiency in using property management software (Yardi, OneSite, Entrata, etc.).
TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Team members work in an office environment but also may have frequent exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors, and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous. Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities.
- Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the community and amenities.
- Incumbents must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty (20) pounds independently and fifty (50) pounds with assistance.
- Routine local travel may be required to make bank deposits, attend training classes, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.
- Rare or occasional travel may be required to attend business meetings, training programs, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.
Additional Compensation:
Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including business requirements, prior experience, current skills and geographical location.
- Corporate Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in a quarterly or annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.
- Onsite Property Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.
Robust Benefits Offered:
- Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits. Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage.
- Generous Paid Time off. All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays. Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service! Additional vacation accrued with tenure.
- For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability.
- 6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter).
- 401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service.
- Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy).
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans.
- Charitable giving program and benefits.
- Benefits offered for full-time employees. For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, compensation and benefits may vary from the listed information above due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.
Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Greystar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to AskHR@greystar.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Property Assistant
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Property Assistant roles don't automatically qualify as specialty occupations. Target employers who explicitly tie the position to a bachelor's degree in real estate, business administration, or finance, and confirm that framing is reflected in the job description before you apply.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for property management support roles in your target city. Your offer must meet or exceed that wage level, so knowing it in advance keeps your salary negotiation inside the range USCIS will accept.
Search employers through Migrate Mate
Filter for property management and real estate companies with verified H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. Focusing on employers who have filed for comparable roles before cuts the risk of approaching a company that has never navigated the specialty occupation question for support-level positions.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If you'll work across multiple properties or offices, your employer needs a separately certified LCA for each worksite location. Raise this early in the offer stage so DOL filings are in place before your start date, not scrambled after.
Prepare a degree-to-duties narrative
USCIS scrutinizes whether a Property Assistant role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree. Document how your coursework in real estate, finance, or business administration maps to specific daily duties like lease analysis, financial reporting, or asset coordination in the position.
File the I-129 with premium processing
Property roles often have firm onboarding dates tied to lease cycles or fiscal quarters. Ask your employer to file the I-129 petition with USCIS using premium processing to get a decision within a defined window and avoid a delayed start.
H-1B Visa Property Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Property Assistant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The H-1B requires a specialty occupation, meaning the position must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A Property Assistant role qualifies when the employer structures it around degree-level duties such as lease administration, financial analysis, or asset management and specifies a relevant degree as a minimum requirement in the job description.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Property Assistant roles?
Large commercial real estate firms, institutional property management companies, and real estate investment trusts are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Property Assistants because they have established HR and legal infrastructure for immigration filings. You can identify employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history for property and real estate roles by browsing Migrate Mate.
What documents should I have ready when an employer considers sponsoring me?
Have your degree transcripts, diploma, and any real estate licenses or certifications ready to demonstrate the specialty occupation requirement. Your employer will need these to support the I-129 petition. If your degree is from outside the United States, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service so USCIS can confirm equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree.
How long does H-1B status last for a Property Assistant position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on the initial petition, with one extension available for a total of six years. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status requires an approved or pending employment-based immigrant petition under specific USCIS rules. Your status is tied to the sponsoring employer, so a job change requires a new H-1B petition.
Can my employer use one LCA if I work at more than one property?
No. Each worksite location requires its own certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before you begin work there. If your Property Assistant role involves rotating across multiple buildings or offices, confirm with your employer that separate LCAs are filed for each address. Working at an unlisted site without a certified LCA puts both you and your employer out of compliance.