APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER - South Bend, IN

APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER – SOUTH BEND, IN

FLSA Status: Non-exempt/Hourly

Schedule: Full-time

Pay Range: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

At RealAmerica, we believe everyone deserves a safe home in a supportive community, and we are driven to find creative ways to help people thrive in every aspect of their lives. Our management team specializes in affordable, multi-family, market rate, and senior housing. We've won 4 Lieutenant Governor's Excellence in Affordable Housing Awards in the past 6 years along with being a finalist for Indiana Apartment Association Management Company of the Year for 2021.

Principal Objective of the Position: The Property Manager (PM) is responsible for maintaining maximum occupancy of the property, control expenses and staying within the property’s operating budget, rent collection, delinquency/collections, resident satisfaction/retention, maintenance issues and upkeep of the grounds and office areas and achieving all compliance-related measures/guidelines/requirements.

Requirements:

Training/Education

• College Degree or commensurate Affordable Housing Property Management experience
• NCP, NCP-E, C3P HCCP, CAM or attainable within twelve (12) months of employment or upon request for completion
• CAM designation preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable private transportation
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Experience / Skills

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in LIHTC Multi-Family Property Management with demonstrated ability to deliver financial results
• Strong background in managing diverse types of multi-family communities- including LIHTC, HUD and market – rate projects
• Experience in budgeting, revenue enhancement and expense control
• Strong track record of successful personnel management
• Strong knowledge of LIHTC regulations and compliance.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in property management software Yardi Voyager and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Essential Functions: Include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be required as deemed necessary by supervisory personnel.

• Daily inspections of property to ensure property is being kept up and resident adherence to community policies
• Demonstrate and lease apartments to prospective residents
• Process lease applications, renewals, and terminations by LIHTC regulations and company policies.

• Develop and implement tenant retention strategies to enhance satisfaction and reduce turnover.
• Implement and enforce company policies and procedures per legal and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage property budgets, including tracking expenses and revenue.
• Supervise and coordinate with property staff and contractors.
• Provide training and support to property staff to ensure efficient operation and adherence to company policies.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, dental, vision, voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Wellness Seminars

Dress Code: Business Professional

Contacts and Liaisons: The Property Manager will regularly communicate with all necessary RealAmerica Management Company employees, their supervisors, outside vendors and other individuals as deemed necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

RealAmerica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that RealAmerica does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, members in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

As with our Mission, Vision, and Values; DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is always at the forefront of our operation. At RealAmerica we drive an inclusive culture that respects, encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees.