Property Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Property Manager is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of a select portfolio of properties.

Salary range for this position is $23.00-$25.00.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Management of rental units to include lease-up, rent and arrears collections, eviction process, apartment inspections and maintaining tenant files in accordance with RUPCO procedures.
• Prepare and maintain files for property information that provides data on buildings, tenants, utilities, rents, contracts, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain, at minimum, one and a half days of scheduled on-site hours at each property in the portfolio and travel to properties outside of regularly scheduled on-site hours as needed.
• Act as a liaison to RUPCO resident services staff, assist with identifying potential necessities of the special needs residents and provide referral services to community agencies when needed.
• Make purchases for properties and departments in accordance with RUPCO procurement policy.
• Maintain high quality standards with respect to occupancy rates, collection rates, and related key performance indicators.
• Process all required reports for the Property Management department.
• Assist Brand Manager with marketing efforts as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and other mandated guidelines and policies relevant to property management and operations including as directed by the Property Management Compliance Supervisor.
• Attend required conferences and training as required or requested.
• Maintain ‘Tax Credit Compliance’ certification (LIHTC), or obtain certification within the first 6 months of employment
• Complete Federal Fair Housing Training on an annual basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience:

• 2 years of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Property Management experience preferred.
• Experience working with YARDI software is strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent communication practices, oral and written.
• Effective interpersonal skills. Experience working with diverse groups (including senior and special needs populations) and apply a “meet them where they are” approach.
• Dependability and aptitude for independent work, scheduling and time management.
• Proficiency in basic math and formulas. Specifically percentages, annualization, and proration.
• Ability to negotiate, solve problems and remain flexible in evolving circumstances.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing, OSHA, ADA, VAWA and other applicable public laws.
• Strong computer literacy skills and a working knowledge of applicable programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Dependable mode of transportation.