Property Manager - MN

CommonBond invites qualified applicants to apply for the Property Manager of Seward Tower East. This beautiful family/multi generational property has 320 units. The 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 Property Manager provides leadership and guidance to the staff.

Why CommonBond Communities?

• Work-life balance
• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• Employee referral program
• A respectful and growth-oriented workplace
• A chance to make the difference in the community

Essential Job Functions and Associated Tasks

Compliance

• Ensures compliance with state, federal and local laws.
• Complies with all city requirements and submit monthly reporting. 
• Stays abreast of any changes in fair housing. Leadership
• Develops and maintains effective, professional relationship with residents, the community and owners/owner boards.
• Maintains customer service and excellent relations with residents, resident cooperatives, outside agencies and organizations.
•  Walks 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 
• Confers with maintenance technician concerning deferred maintenance, the operational budget, staff problems and overall maintenance related issues.
• Supervises, directs, trains and evaluates staff. Prepares yearly employee reviews
• Directs assistant manager in collections.

Financial 

• Meets Company benchmarks for occupancy, rent collections and timely compliance paperwork. 
• Operates property within budgeted income and expense guidelines. 
• Obtains bids and supervises capital or contract service.
• Assists or prepares annual budget for the property.
• Reviews and codes all invoices for payment.
• Tracks and evaluates utility costs.
• Prints monthly reports concerning lease expiration dates and calculates rent increases.
•  Enters all data into YARDI.

Property Management

• Maintains accurate waiting list. Selects and screens new residents.
• Reports 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.
• Works on the last day and first day of each month until responsibilities completed. 
• Leases apartments; implements and maintains effective advertising and marketing plan.
• Obtains bids and supervises capital or contract service. 
• Meets all corporate designated deadlines. 
• Implements staff, program and/or site improvements contained in budget and OPM.
• Implements procedures as outlined in the Red Book. (Emergency procedures manual) Supervises and purchases janitorial, maintenance and office supplies.
• Keeps regional manager informed on operational and financial details.
• Implements comprehensive marketing strategy to meet predetermined vacancy standards.
• Shows apartments.
• Prepares monthly newsletter for entire complex.
• Plans and coordinates resident activities. 
• Plans and coordinates model apartments.
• Holds regular Crime Watch meetings. Resident Services (for Core Site properties)
• Collaborate with residents to maintain lease compliance and housing stability
• Plan and coordinate community building opportunities for residents
• Provide essential supportive services to residents, including: o Resources and referrals o Lease education o Individualized assistance, as necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge of government subsidy programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and Excel.
• Two years experience in property management, leasing and staff supervision.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong marketing and leasing skills.
• Strong motivational skills.
• Ability to self-direct.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks. 
• Proficient office skills. 
• Willingness to learn.
• Willingness to coordinate resident activities. 
• Excellent communication and organizational skills. 
• Excellent collection skills.
• Proficient on the computer. 
• Demonstrates a clear understanding and consistent use of YARDI software and EZ Labor. 
• Excellent accounting skills.
• Typing speed of 40 to 50 words per minute. 
• Excellent verbal, written and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of Affordable Housing Program. 
• Basic knowledge of apartment maintenance and construction.
• Commitment to the property performance.

Education

• Associate's degree or equivalent two years experience in property management, business or real estate.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds 
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours at a time.
• Ability to type.
• Walking and stair climbing. 
• Smoke free work environment. 
• Quiet to moderate noise level. 
• Overtime as necessary.
• Showing of apartments or walking property in adverse weather conditions.