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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.
$71,656 / year median in Florida
+15% projected growth
Job Description
- Oversee daily property operations and ensure profitability and efficiency within the approved annual operating budget and company directives
- Manage leasing activities, rent collection, and authorize corrective and/or legal action as needed
- Follow up on all legal actions and ensure appropriate documentation
- Review financial statements and work with onsite staff to identify issues and implement corrective measures
- Review and oversee contracts, purchases, and approve invoices for payment
- Support marketing strategies and maintain records of advertising efforts
- Conduct regular property inspections to ensure high standards for building conditions, grounds, and unit turnover
- Monitor office procedures, organization, and operational workflows
- Ensure housing practices comply with all required inspections, permits, and licenses
- Monitor and address property safety concerns
- Coordinate regional or national purchasing/service opportunities
- Hire, train, supervise, and support all onsite staff to ensure high performance
- Evaluate performance of administrative and maintenance staff and make recommendations for promotions, salary increases, or terminations
- Monitor rental activity and market conditions; recommend adjustments to pricing and marketing strategies
- Communicate with residents to ensure compliance with property rules and regulations
- Ensure onsite staff provides excellent customer service to residents and prospective residents
- Handle disciplinary actions with proper documentation
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by management
Qualifications Education:
- High school diploma or GED (required)
- College degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of Property Management experience
- Minimum of 5 years of apartment leasing, sales, or marketing experience
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
- Ability to respond effectively to the needs of residents, contractors, and employees
- Ability to direct and analyze both physical and financial operations of the property
- Ability to supervise, train, coach, and motivate a large administrative and maintenance staff
- Familiarity with budgets, accounts payable/receivable, delinquencies, collections, and financial reporting
- Strong leadership abilities with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team Employee Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program