Resident Manager (6 month contract)

Centurion Asset Management Inc.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

Learning academy

Growth opportunities

Mentoring program

Discounted gym membership

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Centurion Asset Management Inc. is seeking a Resident Manager to oversee the professional management, administration and leasing of a Centurion apartment community in Canada.

Reporting to the Senior Property Manager, you will manage resources, contracts, tools and supplies to meet standards and budgets. The role emphasizes customer service, ongoing operations, and emergency readiness, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Passion for excellence in customer service delivery.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented; able to resolve problems using facts and common sense.
• Strong follow-up skills with timely issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and foster positive relationships with co-workers and Residents; ensure timely resolution of concerns.
• Professionally handle all Resident inquiries, feedback, complaints or concerns; promote resident satisfaction.
• Market, show and rent apartments; collect applications and deposits; ensure timely rental payments.
• Ensure vacant apartments are rent-ready; manage maintenance, inventories and turnovers.
• Be accessible 24/7 for essential services and emergencies; uphold fire safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Follow-up

Job description

Who We Are

Centurion Asset Management Inc. is a recognized leader in the Investment and Property Management industries. Providing quality investments and housing for all its clients, our experienced team comprised of more than 430 Employees is a core component of Centurion's success since 2003. Centurion Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust ("REIT") owns more than 22,000 multi-family apartment units and student housing beds across 46 cities in Canada and the United States. Since day one, our goal has been to provide Residents and their families with clean, safe, and comfortable homes. The REIT provides investors an opportunity to invest in a diversified portfolio of rental apartments and student housing properties, as well as mortgage and equity investments in property developments, across Canada and the United States and participate in the profits derived from them.

Our Mission

Our mission is to be sought after as a leading-edge, reputable, multi-disciplinary alternative asset manager; to capitalize on opportunities in new and interesting investment strategies that meet our mission to Investors; and to embrace change, experimentation, innovation and learning from failure to make continual improvements that drive our success and keep us ahead of our competitors.

Our Values

Our core values can be summarized by the acronym RISE: Respect for our Investors, our Residents, Co-workers, Partners and Communities; Integrity in everything we do, demonstrating sincerity, honesty and the will to do it right; Simplicity free of pretension and hassle, full of value and common sense; and Excellence in offering all our Clients and Partners exceptional products and services quality, as well as providing our Employees with an excellent workplace.

Why Employees Want to Work with Us

We provide an inclusive environment where all employees are valued and supported. Over the years, we developed a work culture where the potential of every employee is maximized, and everyone has equal opportunities for growth. For certain roles, we offer numerous employee perks, including:

• Competitive Total Rewards Packages
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
• Vacation Policy based on Length of Service
• Centurion Learning Academy
• Opportunities for Growth
• Education Reimbursement Policy
• Mentoring Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Company-wide Internal Communication Platforms
• Employee Volunteer Opportunities
• Social Gatherings
• Employee Innovation Program
• Corporate Discount Card.

Overview

Reporting to the Senior Property Manager, the Resident Manager is responsible for the professional management, administration and leasing of a Centurion apartment community.

The Resident Manager is accountable for management of all related resources, contracts, tools and supplies to ensure the apartment building is effectively and efficiently managed to established standards and within established budgets.

Responsibilities

Relationship Development

• Develop and foster positive relationships with co-workers and Residents. Ensure proactive timely resolution of co-worker or Resident concerns.

Customer Service

• Professionally and courteously handle all Resident inquiries, feedback, complaints or concerns. Ensure a high level of Resident satisfaction is achieved through constant and consistent attention to Centurion's Vision, Mission and Values. Promote a strong sense of community.

Ongoing Operations

• Operate properties consistent with the expectations of Centurion's Corporate standards and approved annual budgets. Be responsible for ensuring all Centurion Property Associates policies and procedures are adhered to. Complete monthly fire system testing and annual fire drills as required. Market, show and rent apartments, providing related information and forms and collecting applications and deposits as required. Ensure the timely collection and deposit of rental payments; initiate follow-up where payments are not made. Administer and complete minor maintenance and Work Order repairs; review apartments at turnover and prepare a scope of work consistent with established renovation standards. Ensure vacant apartments are always in a state of "rent-readiness", clean and fully prepared for move-in. Maintain all building inventories and logs and complete all required checks. Ensure building preventative maintenance is scheduled and completed. Keep the building common areas and grounds clean and free of litter and debris. Ensure lawns are well-trimmed and flower beds well maintained; ensure drives and walkways are clear of snow and ice in winter. Maintain par stock maintenance supplies, and complete regular inventories; order supplies as necessary to ensure the proper operation of the property. Report any building or apartment concerns or deficiencies promptly to the Senior Property Manager.

Essential Service and Emergencies

• Be accessible either in person or by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide essential service in emergency situations (fire, flood, injury) as they arise or occur. Be fully aware and cognizant of fire and life safety procedures and execute on them in the event of any emergency.

Requirements

• A passion for excellence in customer service delivery;
• Good written and oral communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Detail-oriented; able to resolve problems using facts, sound reasoning and common sense;
• Strong follow-up skills with the ability to effectively resolve difficult issues in a timely manner; and
• Ability to lift, push and pull heavy objects, including garbage bins, furniture and appliances.

Centurion is an inclusive and equal opportunity Employer committed to creating a positive, supportive and inclusive environment for all Employees. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code and all other applicable provincial rules and regulations, Centurion will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities, as requested. This posting is for an existing job vacancy.