Property Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Property Manager – Senior Living Facility

Reports To: Owner

Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site optional
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and experienced Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our S enior Community . This role is responsible for ensuring the community is safe, well-maintained, financially sound, and compliant with housing regulations while promoting a respectful, service-oriented environment for our senior residents.

Key Responsibilities:
Facility Operations & Maintenance:

• Oversee maintenance, housekeeping, and groundskeeping to ensure cleanliness, safety, and accessibility. Supervise on-site personnel such as landscapers and cleaning crews, and handle emergencies when necessary.
• Responsible for work orders being done in a timely manner, apartment vacancies and turns are done efficiently and any plumbing, maintenance, roofing, and building problems are taken care of by vendors when necessary.
• Responsible for making sure all preventative maintenance is done and kept up in a timely manner. 
• Schedule and manage repairs, inspections, and capital improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety and housing regulations.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee service contracts.

Resident Relations:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for residents and their families regarding housing-related concerns.
• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and supportive atmosphere for seniors.
• Address resident inquiries, complaints, and concerns promptly and effectively, with empathy and professionalism.
• Coordinate with service staff to support residents' needs (e.g., accessibility, reasonable accommodations).

Leasing & Occupancy:

• Manage leasing activities including advertising, showing units, screening applicants, and preparing lease agreements. This includes following up with prospective renters, cold calls, advertising, tours for prospective renters and/or their families, and being the contact person for Palacio for inquiry phone calls and walk-ins.
• Maintain target occupancy levels and minimize vacancy rates. Explore different marketing options and alternatives. 
• Ensure compliance with fair housing laws, senior housing regulations (e.g., HUD if applicable), and lease terms.

Financial Management:

• Prepare and manage annual property budget, including rent collection, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
• Approve invoices and oversee property-related expenses. Deals with all vendors and handles all accounts payables.
• Monitor utility usage and implement cost-saving initiatives where appropriate.

Team Management:

• Supervise on-site staff
• Provide leadership, training, and performance feedback to staff.
• Create a positive, collaborative workplace culture focused on service and compliance.
• The manager is responsible for all human resources functions - interviewing, hiring, firing, warnings, payroll with relevant reporting and any training necessary.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in property management; experience in senior housing or assisted living strongly preferred.
• Must be Apple savvy.

Key Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Compassion and sensitivity
• Knowledge of fair housing laws and senior housing regulations.
• Ability to manage budgets, property operations, and vendor contracts.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proficient in property management software (e.g., Yardi, AppFolio, etc.). Working knowledge of Rent Manager, ADP - payroll and personnel