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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.
$78,461 / year median in Connecticut
+10% projected growth
Job Description
ELDERLY HOUSING MANAGEMENT JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Property Manager Department Property Management Reports To Regional Property Manager & Director of Property Management Classification Exempt Job Summary The Property Manager oversees and is responsible for the administration and physical operations of the property. He/She assures that the rental program is properly executed, provides the financial management of operations, assures adequate cleanliness of buildings and grounds, and maintains the preventive maintenance programs to ensure preservation, safety, and upkeep of all buildings and equipment. He/She is responsible for the employment of qualified, competent personnel and the establishment of good resident relations while encouraging, supporting and abiding by, all EHM safety regulations. He/She is also responsible for maintaining a positive relationship with the Board of Directors. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. All essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. Employees needing or requesting reasonable accommodations should contact Human Resources.Fiscal:
- Plans, executes and implements the operating budget, manages fiscal health and physical and capital needs in accordance with EHM policies.
- Reviews monthly financial reports including balance sheet, statement of income, general ledger and tenant stats.
Physical:
- Responds proactively and plans for maintenance to prolong the useful life of the building and its systems.
- Prepares regular reports on the condition of the property, noting any deficiencies .
- Conducts annual apartment inspections and monthly property inspections to monitor maintenance and curb appeal.
- Creates action plan for corrections and improvements and follows up with responsible parties.
Rental Services:
- Provides rental services including but not limited to processing applications, managing the waiting list, leasing, managing unit turnover and the tenant certification cycle.
- Prepares and maintains resident files including all required forms, sign-offs, leases and related documents to comply with regulatory expectations and EHM guidelines.
- Manages Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing according to the approved plan.
- Manages lease enforcement in accordance with EHM policies.
Risk Management:
- Identifies and addresses safety and health problems and executesa disaster plan, including the establishment of a relationship with community protective services and maintenance of the site emergency preparedness manual.
Regulatory:
- Ensures compliance with regulatory reviews and prepares for regulatory physical inspections.
- Manages required monthly submissions for rental assistance/subsidy in accordance with regulatory guidelines and EHM policies.
- Manages all required paperwork related to the rental cycle.
Resident Services:
- In collaboration with the Resident Services Coordinator, if any, refers residents and/or their families and/or Personal Contact to service providers in the general community for demonstrated needs.
- Facilitates an environment that encourages community services and community involvement.
Communication/Managerial Support:
- Hires, supervises, trains, supports and meets with property staff in accordance with the policies and procedures of EHM.
- Reviews employee performance on a regular basis, in consultation with other appropriate personnel and Human Resources.
- Interfaces with 3rd party professionals and executes required negotiation of contracts with vendors.
- Prepares written reports to the Board of Directors.
Professional Requirements:
Education, Experience & Skills Qualifications Education- Bachelors degree in business, finance, accounting, facilities management or equivalent training in related field. Experience
- Minimum five years of property management experience
- Minimum two years of supervisory experience Skills and Training
- Strong communications skills; professional & effective interpersonal skills with housing community client base
- Solid attention to details and good organizational skills
- Ability to deal with multiple priorities and creative problem solving skills
- Computer proficient, Word, Excel, Outlook required, compliance software as applicable
- Industry designations;