Property Manager

Company: CommonBond Communities
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: January 11, 2021

Job Description:

\u003cp\u003eHome is the foundation for everything in life. Since 1971, our model has been about supporting residents in finding stability and achieving their goals. It\u0026rsquo;s why we\u0026rsquo;re more than housing\u0026mdash;we combine quality affordable homes with our on-site Advantage Services\u0026mdash;because we believe that with the right support and opportunities, all people can thrive. Today, over 13,000 people\u0026mdash;families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities and other barriers\u0026mdash;call a CommonBond community \u0026ldquo;home.\u0026rdquo;\u0026nbsp; Our core values are \u003cem\u003eRespect, Integrity, Partnership, Innovation,\u003c/em\u003e and\u003cem\u003e Excellence\u003c/em\u003e. We live these values and look for people who embody them to represent our organization in the community. If this sounds like you, please consider joining our team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommonBond invites qualified applicants to apply for a full-time\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eProperty Manager\u003c/strong\u003e at our Commerce Apartments property in St. Paul,\u0026nbsp;MN.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary responsibility is to manage the daily operations of the site in order to provide a fiscally sound, well-maintained, and socially healthy apartment community. The \u003cstrong\u003eProperty Manager\u003c/strong\u003e provides leadership and guidance to the staff.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy CommonBond Communities?:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork-life balance\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmployee referral program\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive benefits package\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmployee recognition and rewards program\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA respectful and growth-oriented workplace\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA chance to make a difference in the community!\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOngoing training and professional development\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ASSOCIATED TASKS \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsures compliance with state, federal, and local laws.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplies with all city requirements and submit monthly reporting.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStays abreast of any changes in fair housing.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeadership\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops and maintains an effective, professional relationship with residents, the community, and owners/owner boards.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains customer service and excellent relations with residents, resident cooperatives, outside agencies, and organizations.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalks property at regular intervals to ensure resident property rules are being followed and that the property is clean and orderly and in good maintenance condition\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfers with maintenance technician concerning deferred maintenance, the operational budget, staff problems, and overall maintenance related issues.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervises, directs, trains, and evaluates staff. Prepares yearly employee reviews\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirects assistant manager in collections.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinancial \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets Company benchmarks for occupancy, rent collections, and timely compliance paperwork.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperates property within budgeted income and expense guidelines.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObtains bids and supervises capital or contract service.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssists or prepares the annual budget for the property.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReviews and codes all invoices for payment.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracks and evaluates utility costs.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrints monthly reports concerning lease expiration dates and calculates rent increases.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnters all data into YARDI.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperty Management \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains an accurate waiting list. Selects and screens new residents.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReports to regional manager and/or vice president of property management prior to hiring, terminating, or making wage or position adjustments of on-site personnel. Authorizes staff payroll.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on the last day and first day of each month until responsibilities completed.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeases apartments; implements and maintains effective advertising and marketing plan.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObtains bids and supervises capital or contract service.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets all corporate designated deadlines.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement staff, program, and/or site improvements contained in budget and OPM.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement procedures as outlined in the Red Book. (Emergency procedures manual)\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervises and purchases janitorial, maintenance, and office supplies.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps regional manager informed on operational and financial details.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement a comprehensive marketing strategy to meet predetermined vacancy standards.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows apartments.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepares monthly newsletters for the entire complex.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlans and coordinates resident activities.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlans and coordinates model apartments.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds regular Crime Watch meetings.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResident Services (for Core Site properties)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollaborate with residents to maintain lease compliance and housing stability\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan and coordinate community-building opportunities for residents\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide essential supportive services to residents, including:\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResources and referrals o Lease education\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividualized assistance, as necessary\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnowledge of government subsidy programs.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Excel.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo years of experience in property management, leasing, and staff supervision.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong marketing and leasing skills.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong motivational skills.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbility to self-direct.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbility to manage multiple projects or tasks.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProficient office skills.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWillingness to learn.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWillingness to coordinate resident activities.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent communication and organizational skills.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent collection skills.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProficient on the computer.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates a clear understanding and consistent use of YARDI software and EZ Labor.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent accounting skills.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTyping speed of 40 to 50 wpm.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent verbal, written, and communication skills.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic understanding of Affordable Housing Programs.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic knowledge of apartment maintenance and construction.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommitment to property performance.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEDUCATION \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssociate degree or equivalent two years experience in property management, business or real estate.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional lifting up to 25 pounds\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbility to sit for up to 8 hours at a time.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbility to type.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalking and stair climbing.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoke-free work environment\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuiet to moderate noise level.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvertime as necessary.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowing apartments or walking property in adverse weather conditions.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
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