Assistant Property Manager in Bedford, Texas at Barge Properties Management

Build Your Career with a Team That Treats Every Property Like Its Own

At Barge Properties, we believe great property management starts with great people.

Headquartered in Central Texas, Barge Properties is a full-service real estate management company specializing in multifamily housing and self-storage communities. Our team partners closely with property owners to streamline operations, improve performance, and maximize long-term property value.

Our mission goes beyond managing buildings. We focus on creating thriving communities for residents and strong returns for investors while building rewarding careers for the professionals who make it all possible.

Our company manages thousands of units across Texas and has built a reputation for operational expertise, strategic investment insight, and a hands-on leadership approach.

At Barge Properties, every team member plays a role in delivering exceptional service and driving results.

Why Talented Professionals Choose Barge Properties

• Ownership Mindset: We empower our team members to think like owners. Your ideas and decisions directly impact the success of our communities.
• Real Impact: Every person's work contributes to the growth of communities across Texas.
• Experienced Leadership: Our team includes industry professionals with decades of property management expertise who are passionate about mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders.

BENFITS OFFERED

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Employer Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development & Mobility Opportunities

WHY THIS ROLE

• Gain exposure to all areas of property management, not just one function
• Work for a stable, 40+ year company with a strong footprint across Texas
• Be part of a growing portfolio with real opportunities for advancement
• Learn from experienced leaders in a collaborative, supportive environment

The ideal candidate for the Assistant Property Manager role is a reliable, customer‑focused team player who communicates well, manages priorities effectively, and takes pride in helping maintain well‑run communities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As an Assistant Property Manager, you’ll work side‑by‑side with the Property Manager to keep our communities running smoothly and residents feeling supported. This is a hands‑on role where no two days are the same, and where your organization, people skills, and problem‑solving make a visible impact.

The Assistant Property Manager helps oversee the daily operations of the property while gaining exposure to all facets of property management, from leasing to maintenance coordination and financial support.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted support to the Property Manager, helping guide day‑to‑day property operations
• Serve as a friendly, professional point of contact for residents, answering questions and helping resolve concerns
• Assist with leasing activities, renewals, and accurate recordkeeping using AppFolio
• Coordinate maintenance requests and follow up to ensure timely, quality completion
• Help conduct property inspections and support ongoing improvement projects
• Assist with vendor coordination, contracts, and service agreements
• Support compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Help manage operations across multiple properties while staying organized and detail‑oriented

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Prior experience in property management or a related real estate, housing, or hospitality role
• Working knowledge of leasing processes and basic property operations
• Comfort using property management systems (AppFolio experience a plus, but not required)
• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and over the phone
• A team‑oriented mindset with a customer‑service focus
• Organized, dependable, and able to juggle multiple priorities with confidence

WORK HOURS & LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires full-time, on-site presence at our Harker Heights property: The Heights at 701 Apartments.
• The standard schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a U.S. Employment visa (e.g., H-1B) for this position.