APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER - Fort Wayne, IN

RealAmerica Companies; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Seminars

Job summary

RealAmerica is seeking an Apartment Property Manager for Fort Wayne, IN to oversee occupancy, budget adherence, rent collection, and compliance across LIHTC, HUD and market-rate properties. You will manage superintendent staff, coordinate with vendors and ensure tenant satisfaction while maintaining regulatory standards.

Three core functions include leasing, budget management, and team leadership to deliver stable occupancy and high service levels.

Qualifications

• College Degree or commensurate Affordable Housing Property Management experience.
• NCP, NCP-E, C3P HCCP, CAM or attainable within twelve (12) months of employment.
• CAM designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily inspections of property to ensure property is kept up and residents follow 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 reduce turnover.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage property budgets, tracking expenses and revenue.
• Supervise and coordinate with property staff and contractors.
• Provide training and support to staff for efficient operation.

Skills

LIHTC Experience

HUD Knowledge

Budgeting

Expense Control

Leadership

LIHTC Compliance

Yardi Voyager

MS Office

Multifamily Mgmt

Communication

Education

College Degree

NCP/CAM Certification

Tools

Yardi Voyager

MS Office

Job description

APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER – Fort Wayne, IN

FLSA Status: Non-exempt/Hourly

Schedule: Full-time

Pay Range: $22.00 - $25.00 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.

We are looking for a full-time Property Manager for our apartments located in Fort Wayne, IN.

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.