Affordable Housing Area Manager

Affordable Housing Area Manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or four years experience in the housing industry
• 3+ years related experience and/or training
• Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred
• Ability to understand and perform all on-site software functions
• Basic computer skills required
• Basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements

Responsibilities

• Use consistent techniques & company directives to screen, hire, train, coach, and develop on-site staff
• Ensure effectiveness of staff through ongoing training, coaching, counseling, and guidance in compliance with Asset training benchmarks
• Complete weekly/daily office & maintenance staff schedules and assignments
• Deal effectively and consistently with performance problems; document adequately, communicate with Regional & Senior Vice President and HR and terminate appropriately when necessary
• Promote harmony and quality job performance of staff through support and effective leadership
• Ensure staff compliance and consistency with Company policies and procedures
• Achieve the highest possible net operating income through the implementation of effective cost control and revenue & leasing improvement; identify trends and recommend strategies and adjustments
• Develop yearly operating budgets/forecasts
• Monitor all proposals and contracts for large projects at sites and check work in progress
• Monitor & maintain the timely receipt and reconciliation of deposits, rent collections, and charges to ensure submitted on a timely basis
• Monitor & approve the timely receipt, reconciliation, and coding of all vendor invoices
• Ensure property closeout is completed on time and ownership financial reports are accurate
• Develop yearly marketing plan and utilize marketing strategies & systems
• Ensure staff leasing techniques are effective in obtaining closure, follow up procedures met, signing/documentation of leases, and reporting systems are accurate and up to date
• Deal with resident complaints, concerns, and requests to ensure resident satisfaction
• Develop and implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special promotions, monthly newsletter, etc.)
• Effectively show, lease, and move in prospective residents
• Ensure all administrative & leasing reporting is accurate, complete, and submitted on a timely basis
• Assist with the emergency team for the property; ensures proper response and handling of all property emergencies with staff, residents, buildings, etc. within company guidelines to minimize liability
• Manage excellent customer service and monitor service request turnaround and responsiveness of maintenance staff
• Maintain property appearance and ensure repairs are noted and completed on a timely basis (this requires regular property inspections and tours)
• Plan for and utilize property resources, equipment and supplies economically (i.e., obtaining bids/pricing from vendors, suppliers, and contractors, dealing with inadequate service, etc.)
• Give direction to and monitor maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation activities to ensure quality and expediency (i.e., “walk” units to ensure make-ready and work orders are completed)
• This position entails travel, estimated at 25-50% of work time annually. Travel may be required for property visits, conferences, training sessions, or other business-related activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred