APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER - South Bend, IN

RealAmerica Development LLC; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 61,992,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Seminars

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

RealAmerica Development LLC is seeking an Apartment Property Manager in South Bend, IN to oversee occupancy, budget adherence, rent collection, and resident satisfaction. This role requires LIHTC multi-family experience and strong leadership to manage staff and property operations.

We focus on affordable, market-rate, and senior housing with a commitment to DEI and community impact. Full-time onsite position with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• LIHTC multi-family property management experience required.
• 2+ years in LIHTC/HUD/market-rate properties preferred.
• Strong budgeting, revenue enhancement and expense control.
• Proven personnel management and leadership abilities.
• Solid knowledge of LIHTC regulations and compliance.
• Proficient in Yardi Voyager and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Inspect property daily to ensure upkeep and policy adherence.
• Demonstrate and lease apartments to prospective residents.
• Process LIHTC lease applications, renewals and terminations.
• Develop tenant retention strategies to reduce turnover.
• Prepare and manage property budgets, track expenses and revenue.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with contractors.
• Provide training and support to staff for efficient operation.

Skills

LIHTC Mgmt

HUD/Market-rate

Budgeting & Cost

Personnel mgmt

LIHTC regulations

Leadership & comms

Yardi Voyager

Multi-tasking

Education

College degree or equivalent PM exp

NCP / CAM credentials or eligible

Valid Driver’s License

Background check/drug screen

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Microsoft Office

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Are you passionate about building strong communities and enhancing the lives of individuals and families? If so, we want to meet you! At RealAmerica, we believe that everyone deserves a safe, secure home in a supportive environment, and we work to build homes that offer those opportunities to residents from all walks of life. We are known for putting people first, and if you agree with that sentiment, you'll fit right in! Our career opportunities include learning from the best in the business and growing within a high-energy, high growth industry. At RealAmerica, you’ll build skills and success, be part of a friendly, responsive team, and positively impact individuals, families, and communities.

APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER – SOUTH BEND, 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.

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
• 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

Include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be required as deemed necessary by supervisory personnel.

• 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
• 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.