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Property Manager
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What they do
A Property Manager manages operations for an apartment building or complex. Recruits and screens tenants for apartments, collects rents and security deposits, responds to requests or complaints from tenants, supervises maintenance and repairs; oversees payment of bills, insurance, taxes and recordkeeping. Manages property and services on behalf of a community association, for properties such as condominiums or cooperatives. Collects fees or dues, responds to requests or complaints, supervises maintenance, oversees work done by contractors, and provides accounting of income and expenses. May also assist owners or a board of directors with regulatory compliance or compliance with community association rules. Manages the operation of commercial or residential properties. Oversees the collection of rents and payment of bills, taxes and insurance for properties, and provides property owners with reports on finances and the status of properties. Directs leasing operations, or equipment and machinery rentals, for a company or business. Determines charges and prepares rental or lease agreements; supervises inventory, equipment maintenance and recordkeeping for leasing operations.
$77,449 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Direct daily property operations, including resident relations, occupancy oversight, and coordination of on-site activities.
- Manage leasing and tenancy administration by preparing documentation, monitoring renewals, and supporting move-in and move-out processes.
- Ensure the property remains compliant with HUD and tax credit program standards through accurate records, file reviews, and policy adherence.
- Oversee rent collection, delinquencies, and basic financial tracking while helping maintain stable property performance.
- Coordinate maintenance and vendor activities to support safe, clean, and well-functioning residential or mixed-use spaces.
- Respond to resident concerns and resolve operational issues in a timely, thorough manner.
- Conduct regular inspections to identify property needs, support quality standards, and address risk areas.
- Prepare reports and maintain complete administrative documentation related to occupancy, compliance, and property activity.