APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER - Elkhart, IN

realamericallc; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Life Insurance

Medical, dental, vision, disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Seminars

Job summary

RealAmerica is hiring an Apartment Property Manager for our Elkhart, IN property. This part-time role (30 hours/week) offers a pay range of $19.00–$22.00 per hour, non-exempt/ hourly, with duties including maximizing occupancy, budget adherence, rent collection, and resident satisfaction.

You will lead daily operations, lease apartments to applicants, manage lease processes per LIHTC rules, and supervise staff and contractors while ensuring compliance and strong communication across teams.

Qualifications

• LIHTC multi-family property management experience required.
• Experience managing LIHTC, HUD and market-rate projects.
• Budgeting, revenue enhancement and expense control.
• Strong personnel management.
• Knowledge of LIHTC regulations and compliance.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Yardi Voyager and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Daily inspections of property to ensure upkeep and policy compliance.
• Demonstrate and lease apartments to prospective residents.
• Process lease applications, renewals, terminations per LIHTC regs.
• Develop tenant retention strategies to reduce turnover.
• Enforce policies per legal and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage property budgets, track expenses and revenue.
• Supervise property staff and contractors.
• Provide training and support to staff.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment.

Skills

LIHTC Mgmt

Budgeting

Staff Management

Yardi Voyager

MS Office

Compliance

Education

College Degree

NCP/NCP-E/C3P/HCCP/CAM within 12 months

CAM designation preferred

Driver's License

Background check clearance

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER – ELKHART, IN

FLSA Status: Non-exempt/Hourly

Schedule: Part Time 30 hours per week

Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

At RealAmerica, we believe everyone deserves a safe home in a supportive community, and we are driven to find creative ways to help people thrive in every aspect of their lives. Our management team specializes in affordable, multi-family, market rate, and senior housing. We've won 4 Lieutenant Governor's Excellence in Affordable Housing Awards in the past 6 years along with being a finalist for Indiana Apartment Association Management Company of the Year for 2021.

Principal Objective of the Position: The Property Manager (PM) is responsible for maintaining maximum occupancy of the property, control expenses and staying within the property’s operating budget, rent collection, delinquency/collections, resident satisfaction/retention, maintenance issues and upkeep of the grounds and office areas and achieving all compliance-related measures/guidelines/requirements.

Requirements:

Training/Education

• College Degree or commensurate Affordable Housing Property Management experience
• NCP, NCP-E, C3P HCCP, CAM or attainable within twelve (12) months of employment or upon request for completion
• CAM designation preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable private transportation
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Experience / Skills

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in LIHTC Multi-Family Property Management with demonstrated ability to deliver financial results
• Strong background in managing diverse types of multi-family communities- including LIHTC, HUD and market – rate projects
• Experience in budgeting, revenue enhancement and expense control
• Strong track record of successful personnel management
• Strong knowledge of LIHTC regulations and compliance.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in property management software Yardi Voyager and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively

Essential Functions

• Daily inspections of property to ensure property is being kept up and resident adherence to community policies
• Demonstrate and lease apartments to prospective residents
• Process lease applications, renewals, and terminations by LIHTC regulations and company policies.
• Develop and implement tenant retention strategies to enhance satisfaction and reduce turnover
• Implement and enforce company policies and procedures per legal and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage property budgets, including tracking expenses and revenue.
• Supervise and coordinate with property staff and contractors.
• Provide training and support to property staff to ensure efficient operation and adherence to company policies.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, dental, vision, voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Wellness Seminars

Dress Code: Business Professional

Contacts and Liaisons: The Property Manager will regularly communicate with all necessary RealAmerica Management Company employees, their supervisors, outside vendors and other individuals as deemed necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

RealAmerica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that RealAmerica does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, members in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

As with our Mission, Vision, and Values; DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is always at the forefront of our operation. At RealAmerica we drive an inclusive culture that respects, encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees.