Property Manager

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Manages residential real estate properties for clients by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates in order to optimize the return on investment for the owners while providing a quality living environment for the residents and promoting a positive working relationship with employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

·      Maintains high occupancy.

·      Prepares and monitors operating budget and reports on status of property such as variance and occupancy reports.

·      Collects specified rents, delinquent rents and impounds.

·      Directs bookkeeping functions and issuance of checks for monies due residents.

·      Arranges for alterations to, or maintenance, upkeep or reconditioning of property as specified in management service agreement. Supervises maintenance of buildings and grounds.

·      Directs activities of outside contractors and vendors. Monitors for insurance compliance.

·      Arranges for and approves purchasing of supplies and equipment for use on property.

·      Attends to resident issues, including neighbor disputes, renewal terms, maintenance repairs, etc.

·      Develops and implements resident retention, marketing and advertising programs.

·      Responds to after hours or emergency calls.

·      Initiates eviction of residents in compliance with court order and directions from attorney.

·      Informs employees about potential hazards they may be exposed to and provides instructions on the safe way to perform the job. Makes regular checks for unsafe work practices and conditions. Corrects as necessary.

·      Reports all work related accidents to the appropriate insurance company and the Risk Manager within 24 hours of notification. Makes certain employee receives initial and follow up medical treatment. Investigates each accident thoroughly and promptly.

·      Creates a positive environment for the staff and promotes a quality living experience for the residents.

·      Performs Leasing Consultant job as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintains regular, predictable and punctual attendance. Follows directions from a supervisor. Interacts well with others. Understands, follows and enforces posted work rules, policies, and procedures. Meets standards of conduct and behavior. Accepts constructive criticism. Handles stress well. Leads and manages others. Maintains confidentiality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of Community. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; resolving problems and managing the on-site Injury & Illness Prevention Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability the write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively with employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Attend Fair Housing Training/sign acknowledgment. Current driver’s license and auto insurance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or knee and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Asbestos/Lead/Environmental Notification - Employee acknowledges that asbestos/lead-based paint and other environmental conditions may exist at the property(ies). Operations and Maintenance manuals may be available identifying the location(s) of these materials including safe employee practices when dealing with these materials.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The employee is frequently exposed to high pressure demands from the property owner to maintain high occupancy (above 95%) while promoting positive resident relations. Employee may be subject to frequent complaints from residents.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

·      Computer proficient in Windows based environment.

·      Conducts self in professional manner

·      Team player

·      Flexible

·      Patient

·      Has an open mind

·      Customer Service oriented

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·      Organized

·      Detail oriented

·      Able to be firm, fair, and consistent

·      Has good listening skills

·      Able to work weekends and overtime as job requires