PROPERTY MANAGER (Full-time)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs managerial and supervisory work involving the management and operation of one or more housing developments. Performs unit and property inspections to ensure housing units and developments meet physical condition and safety standards. Directs and provides guidance to the Assistant Property Manager, maintenance staff and other subordinates. Enforces lease provisions and development rules. Responsible for budget and expenses for the assigned properties. Responsible for the marketing, management and operation of the assigned properties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Associate's degree in Business, Public Administration, or Social Sciences from an accredited college or university. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as a Management Aide, or at least three years working in an administrative capacity at a housing development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in providing property management services and coordinating community resources and social services for individuals and families. Spanish language ability required. Knowledge of Public Housing and HUD regulations strongly preferred, especially related to Tax Credit properties..

• Good knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of public housing management.
• Good knowledge of HUD regulations pertaining to low-rent housing.
• Good knowledge of services available through local social service agencies.
• Good knowledge of maintenance terminology, materials, supplies and equipment.
• Ability to understand and communicate in Spanish and English is required, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public and provide a high level of customer service.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and persons outside the Authority.
• Ability to plan and organize meetings and other activities.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise narrative and statistical reports.
• Ability to deal effectively with situations requiring tact and diplomacy, yet firmness.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Must have valid Texas driver license.

WORKING AT HACB:

The Housing Authority of the City of Brownsville has been serving the low-income residents of Brownsville since 1938. Employees have an excellent benefits package with medical, dental, vision and life insurance paid by the agency, and a retirement plan that pays an additional 15.3% of wages into the fund! Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays are also given. Our turnover rate is very low, which attests to the favorable working conditions. We work hard, but we are dedicated to improving our community and the lives of our constituents.

Please see the Job Description as well for full details and full list of requirements.