We are in need of a property manager to oversee a property in Palatine, IL. The property manager will be responsible for all day-to-day operations including maintaining the properties, tenant relations, marketing and leasing, contract administration, and financial management as well as assisting with long-term planning at the property. The Property Manager will be expected to complete all management duties in a professional and timely manner and maintain the property to the highest industry standards.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining the Physical Assets.
Works closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to monitor & schedule maintenance work (i.e. work orders, repairs, etc.) and ensure their timely completion.
Approves rotating schedule of personnel for emergency maintenance.
Conducts follow-up inspections of maintenance work and surveys resident satisfaction.
Inspects site grounds and common hallways on a daily basis.
Monitors and approves the make-ready status of vacant apartments.
Monitors/assists in yearly unit and site inspections.
Recommends expenditures within budget allocations for physical repairs, replacement, and/or major improvements.
Evaluate maintenance operations to determine efficiencies or areas cost cost-saving potential.
Ensures any construction-related problems are corrected.
Ensures emergencies are handled promptly and HHDC corporate staff are properly notified.
Safety and Security
Marketing and Leasing Resident and Community Relations Acts as a liaison and advocate on behalf of the residents to public and private agencies.
Financial Reporting and Control Staff Management
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
High school diploma (minimum). College degree in Urban Planning, Business or related field preferred.
5+ years of property management experience in a not-for-profit and/or real estate development, construction, or Property Management company required; must also have previous experience in managing affordable housing Section 8, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), and or public housing.
Must have or be able to obtain within 6 months an AMP Leasing Certificate if required by the state.
Must have, or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire, applicable certifications by type of affordable housing program of property: Public Housing Management Certification, Senior Housing Management Certification, RAD PBV Management Certification, and/or LIHTC Certification.
Must have to be able to obtain within 6 months of hire a UPCS Inspections Certification.
Knowledge of fair housing regulations.
Must have/obtain IREM Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) designation.
Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group of personalities
Computer literacy required; including working knowledge of MS Office Suite and property management software/systems preferred.
Basic math, strong attention to detail and high organizational skills are required.
Demonstrated strong time management and supervisory skills.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to inspire, motivate and lead staff.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is required.
Valid driver’s license, vehicle, insurance and good driving record.
Proof of COVID vaccination or medical/religious exemption will be required.
