Area Manager

Premier Housing Management is a company that honors diversity and offers a professional, supportive work environment that cares about its team and takes great pride in placing people in positions for success. Your contribution matters and you’ll be engaged and given opportunities for professional development and advancement along the way.

We are seeking an Area Manager to manage our portfolios in Iowa. The primary responsibility is to oversee the operation of fiscally sound, well-maintained and socially healthy housing communities and provide leadership and guidance to property staff in the portfolio.

This is a full-time, in-office position at our multiple properties in Des Moines, IA.

*Must have LIHTC and Project Base Housing experiences to be considered!*

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Meets profitability and occupancy requirements of property portfolio.
• Ensures accurate, thorough and timely reporting and promotes and maintains positive relations with all state agencies and contractors.
• Complies with all Fair Housing Laws.
• Monitors compliance with HUD rules and regulations.

LEADERSHIP

• Provides direction regarding staffing/employee issues and consults with Human Resources.
• Works with affiliate board and site staff on creating plans for preserving the site's long-term affordability.
• Provides advisement/direction on all resident issues.
• Hires, trains and mentors property managers in all aspects of operations.

FINANCIAL

• Assures a profitable financial bottom line for all properties. Actively maintains budgetary control and restraint.
• Reviews, analyzes, interprets and summarizes financial, occupancy and other property operating reports.
• Coordinates with property managers to write effective marketing plans aimed at achieving and maintaining a minimum occupancy rate.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

• Oversees the implementation of initial marketing and lease-up efforts for new properties ensuring that all units are leased in compliance with all regulatory agreements.
• Assesses physical condition of properties, makes recommendations for capital needs; keeps owner advised of major maintenance issues/projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Analytical capability and methodical approach to presenting and interpreting data.
• Solid skills and experience with training, mentoring and motivating site managers and staff.
• Solid track record of successful financial property performance.
• Solve occupancy problems in a timely fashion.
• Develop, coordinate, communicate and adjust operating plan/management plans as needed to ensure budgeted goals are met.
• Proficient in YARDI and EZ Labor.
• Ability and willingness to travel to multiple locations as necessary with your own transportation.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent five years’ experience in property management, business or real estate.
• Knowledge of government subsidy programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft, Outlook and Excel.
• Experience in leasing and staff supervision.

We offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and professional growth. Enjoy generous paid time off, comprehensive health insurance with three plan options, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid life insurance and AD&D. We also offer additional benefits including short-term and long-term disability insurance, critical illness, group accident, and hospital coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), health saving account (HSA), and 401(k) retirement plan, paid parental leave, a referral program, and tuition reimbursement up to $1000. With a uniform allowance, 11 paid holidays, and an anniversary reward program, we are committed to fostering a positive work environment where you can thrive. Join us and take advantage of these exceptional benefits!

Premier Housing Management & Development, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected status. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients and community effectively and we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation and accessibility for qualified individuals. If you need assistance or an accommodation, you may contact us at Jobs@phmdcorp.com.