Property Manager

Property Manager

Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 plus bonus

Function: Responsible for the overall operations and success of the community and achieving property financial and operational objectives as defined by the property owner(s).

Reports To: Regional Vice President

Work Hours: This is a salaried exempt position that may require more than 40 hours per week, including the possibility of evening and weekend time.

Responsibilities: Employee is expected to conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, all published handbooks, Fair Housing laws (both Federal and local), the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the National Labor Relations Act, and all other laws pertaining to the multi-family industry. Specific responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

Financial:

1. Manage and oversee the property administrative operations (A/P, evictions, collections, billing, data management and month-end close out procedures).
2. Ensure resident records are accurate and all rents, deposits, and application fees received are updated on a daily basis as required by company policy. Issue appropriate notices when necessary (e.g., late notices, evictions notices, returned check notices) Oversee all recordkeeping and reporting responsibility on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
3. Minimize delinquency losses by ensuring all collection procedures (e.g., late notices, court filings, eviction proceedings, judgments, writs and liens, and collection agency transfers) are completed. Ensure utility cut-offs (if applicable) and landlord liens as permitted by local law on delinquent rents are completed.
4. Monitor performance of vendor and vendor relations, including selection, contract/service compliance, work scheduling, billing timeliness, accuracy and insurance compliance.
5. Process invoices and utility bills for payment and monitor expenses.
6. Create, monitor and review resident manager schedules and calendars.
7. Manage inventory for office supplies.
8. Willing and able to appear in court for legal proceedings when necessary.

Staff Management:

1. Supervise, train, develop and mentor staff.
2. Review Resident Manager schedules, WASR, service request logs and other activity tracking tools to ensure high staff productivity.
3. Plan, assign, and direct work for employees.
4. Interview and select prospective employees.
5. Complete payroll and employee evaluations.

Administrative/Office:

1. Investigate and resolve complaints from residents.
2. Approve or deny applicants, enforce the terms of all rental agreements and lease contracts.
3. Oversee and ensure Monday Morning Report and other administrative reports are completed and accurate.
4. Ensure applications and lease renewals are processed according to company policies
5. Assist new residents during the move-in process when necessary.
6. Work with the maintenance/service team to handle service requests, apartment turnovers, including make-ready board updates, and ensure apartments are prepared for move-ins and apartments are reconditioned in a timely manner after move-outs.

Customer Service:

1. Maintain positive customer service attitude.
2. Periodically inspect units with residents or staff members during move-in/move-out.
3. Review notices to vacate to determine cause of move-out.
4. Maintain high level of resident communication (e.g., complaints, service requests, etc.)
5. Ensure customer service standards are being met to ensure maximum resident satisfaction and retention.
6. Review market surveys and shop competition and be aware of local market conditions.

General:

1. Perform any additional duties assigned by the Regional Manager.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 2 years of previous experience in multi-family property management with supervision experience is preferred.
2. Strong initiative and solid leadership potential. Undertakes self-development activities. Seeks increased responsibility. Takes independent actions and calculated risks. Asks for and offers help when needed.
3. Competent Crisis Management skills – Ability to "think on one's feet" by making wise and rapid decisions independently in response to a crisis situation, especially from the moment it first occurs to the point recovery procedures start. While operating in a tense or emotionally charged environment, calmly initiates appropriate actions (even beyond guidelines) that mitigate the safety, financial and reputational impact of the crisis.
4. Must be project oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
5. Good customer service skills. Manage difficult or emotional customer situations. Respond promptly to customer needs. Solicit customer feedback to improve service. Respond to requests for service and assistance. Meet commitments.
6. Strong communication (oral and written), critical thinking and analytical ability required.
7. Oral – Speaks English clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Listens and asks for clarification. Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings.
8. Written – Writes English clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information.
9. Good planning/organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and plan work activities. Use time efficiently. Plan for additional resources. Set goals and objectives. Develop realistic action plans.
10. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to focus on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintain confidentiality. Listen to others without interrupting. Keep emotions under control. Remain open to others' ideas. Willing to try new things.
11. Excellent teamwork skills. Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities. Exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views. Give and welcome feedback. Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Put success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
12. Excellent attendance/punctuality. Must be consistently at work and on time. Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
13. Excellent dependability. Must be able to follow instructions and respond to management direction. Able to take responsibility for own actions. Keep commitments. Complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.
14. Commitment to diversity. Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy. Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Promote a harassment-free environment.
15. Strong administrative skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products and keyboarding skills.
16. Previous experience with OneSite preferred.
17. Must have reliable transportation as necessary to safely and effectively carry out the responsibilities listed above.
18. Ability to pass background and drug screenings.

Benefits:

• Competitive Benefits Package
• 401(k) matching up to 6%
• Employee assistance program (premiums 100% employer paid)
• $200 Discount on rent in our communities
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account (with employer contribution)
• Life insurance (basic paid 100% by employer)
• Paid time off (start at 3 weeks 1st year)
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral Bonus program
• Vision insurance

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on specific needs of the day. Estimate 40% of time is spent on feet and 60% sitting at desk.
• Have occasional need (33% to 66% of the time) to perform the following physical activities:
• Bend/Stoop/Squat Pick up litter, filing
• Climb Stairs Inspect and show property
• Push or Pull Inspect and show property, open and close doors
• Reach Above Shoulder Inspect property, store/retrieve supplies
• Have frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to perform standing and walking activities related to inspecting and presenting property.
• Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to perform the following physical activities:
• Writing/Typing Corporate, resident communications