Assistant General Manager

Brookfield Properties; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Growth opportunities

Referral bonus program

On-site rent discount

Job summary

Brookfield Properties is seeking an on-site Property Administrative/Assistant Manager at The Gardens Columbus in Columbus, Ohio. You will support the General Manager with daily operations, assist in budgeting and asset performance, and supervise associates to ensure top service and compliance.

You’ll handle leasing activities, rent collections, maintenance coordination, and procurement, fostering a well-run, guest-focused property.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of leasing, bookkeeping, operations or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Supports on-site property operations and general administration.
• Acts in Manager's absence, assisting with property performance and NOI.
• Prepares purchase orders, codes vendor invoices, and processes payments.
• Maintains knowledge of maintenance programs, handles service orders and resident requests.
• Leads leasing activities: meet prospective residents, show properties, quote rents and collect applications.
• Collects rent, verifies payments and follows up on delinquencies.
• Assists in directing and supervising associates.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Columbus, Ohio

Full time

Location

The Gardens Columbus - 3701 Governors Club Blvd

Business

We know that a “one-size-fits-all” approach doesn’t work when it comes to residential living. That’s why our portfolio features a wide range of options for any stage of life. And though our properties may be diverse, one thing is universal: all offer the unparalleled quality, service, and support our residents deserve.

Job Description

Position Summary

Assists the General Manager with the general administration of the property and performs related management functions with the daily operations of an apartment community. Cross trained on General Manager functions and acts in that capacity in the Manager’s absence. Assists with responsibility of maintaining the physical asset and the performance of the property, to achieve the highest possible net operating income. Assist with the supervision and directing and supervision of associates. Monitors regulatory compliance and company policies and procedures related to property management.

Essential Job Function

• Supports and ensures timely input, proper use and full utilization of on-site PC-based property management software systems including assistance in training of new associates and ongoing training of existing property staff. (15%)
• Assists in the management of efficient operation of the property consistent with Loss Prevention and Corporate Office polices and procedures, even during understaffed periods. In the absence of the Property Manager responds to emergency situations, contacting appropriate agencies or Regional Managers as necessary. (10%)
• May prepare purchase orders, code and process vendor invoices for payment, send documentation to Corporate Office and follow up on vendor payment inquiries. (10%)
• May be responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all maintenance programs to ensure the proper and efficient operation of systems, preventive maintenance programs, housekeeping functions, and responses to resident maintenance requests depending on the property. Prepares service orders when residents call and distributes to appropriate associates for completion. Follows up on forwarded maintenance requests and makes sure that all residents are notified if there must be a delay. Ensures completion of resident service requests. (10%)
• Maintains working knowledge of leasing policies and procedures and performs functions related to leasing and lease renewal. Ensures effective and appropriate implementation in accordance with Corporate Office and Fair Housing policies and procedures. Meets with prospective residents, identifies their housing needs, interviews them to determine eligibility based on established criteria, shows vacant and model suites and property amenities based on established techniques specified by the company. Quotes established rental rates and promotions. Makes follow-up calls, sends follow-up literature and pursues rental status. Collects funds related to applications, security deposits and rentals. (10%)
• Conducts move-in and move-out inspections of apartments to determine applicable charges for damages. Conducts inspections to determine market readiness and implements high quality standards of cleanliness and aesthetic appearance. May perform interim unit inspections. (15%)
• Collects rent from residents, verifies amount paid, accounts for discrepancies, deposit rent checks, sends verifying information to Corporate Office and follows up on any delinquent rents, initiating eviction procedures as necessary. (10%)
• Assist in the direction and supervision of associates. (20%)

Education

High School Diploma/GED required

Work Experience

2-3 Years of specific Leasing, Bookkeeping, Operations, Customer Service required

Great Incentives!

We care about the well-being and work-life balance of our valued associates! To show how much we care, we offer awesome incentives that include:

• Full benefits package
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Lucrative referral bonus program
• Incredible associate rental discount if you choose to live on-site! Who wouldn’t want to live at one of our beautiful properties (especially at a discounted rate)?!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Religion/Sex/Protected Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Marital Status/Pregnancy/Age/National Origin/Genetic Information. Drug free workplace

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

The Brookfield Real Estate ecosystem spans the globe through multiple operating companies, all united by our core values. We cover every facet of real estate from offices and retail spaces to logistics centers, residential homes, and hotels.

Across thousands of properties worldwide, we combine world-class expertise with deep local insights to drive exceptional value. Together, we transform neighborhoods and build lasting communities that stand the test of time. By leveraging the global scale of our operating companies and fostering trusted local partnerships, we collaborate seamlessly to support our communities and achieve shared success.