Floating Assistant Community Manager

Hirebridge; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 Paid Days off per Year (PTO, paidH)

Employer matched 401k

$0 premium medical, dental, and vision

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

Parking & Transit benefits

Professional development reimbursement

Company events

Job summary

Thrive Communities in Portland is seeking a full-time property operations associate to handle income collection, accounts payable, and resident relations across multiple sites.

You will market and lease communities, greet prospective residents, and coordinate maintenance while traveling within the Greater Portland area as needed. A strong background in property management and customer service is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in property management or equivalent, including leasing, sales/closing, and customer service.
• Experience with Yardi/CRM and On-Site.
• Accounts Payable experience or paying/entering invoices.
• Driver's license required and ability to travel across the Greater Portland area.
• Willingness to travel to Bend, Oregon, on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Income Collection & Accounts Payable: maintain resident records, update rents, deposits and fees, issue notices as needed, and process deposits.
• Resident Relations: foster community and maintain positive relations; inspect properties and coordinate maintenance.
• Marketing: manage ads on Craigslist and other listing services; support leasing and resident retention.
• Administrative: update reports, file leases, proofread paperwork, process move-ins/outs, and handle service requests.
• General: perform additional duties and travel frequently within the Portland area.

Skills

Property management

Leasing

Customer service

Travel readiness

Time management

Tools

Yardi/CRM

On-Site

Job description

Feel Seen at Thrive!

Learn more about Thrive here: www.thrivecommunities.com

Pay Range: $26 - $29 per hour

Schedule: Full-time; Tuesday - Friday 9am - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 5pm

Thrive's purpose is to be the most trusted partner in property management by delivering outstanding results for clients, inspiring associate engagement, and elevating living experiences for residents. By cultivating award-winning workplaces, we foster an environment of connection, compassion and fun that our personnel extend to everyday life at their communities. Happy, inspired associates lead to happy, supported residents. We are dedicated to our boutique, at-scale approach to property management and building communities that flourish, which stems from hiring strong associates to grow with Team Thrive!

Our Values are simple: Do the Right Thing, Do Work to be Proud of, and Be a Great Place to Work.

Voted one of Washington and Portland's best workplaces for several consecutive years, Thrive builds on its culture by offering the following benefits:

• 34 Paid Days off Per Year (PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Personal Day, Paid Day of Service, and Paid Birthday)
• Employer matched 401k retirement plan
• May be eligible for earned Leasing Commissions
• $0 premium medical, dental, and vision insurance effective 1st of the month following your start date
• Fully covered Long-term disability insurance for associates
• Fully covered life insurance policy for associates with supplemental life insurance options
• 24/7 Everyday Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-term Disability insurance
• Pet Insurance discounts
• Parking & Transit Commuter Benefits
• Annual professional development reimbursement
• Training opportunities and career progression/growth plans
• Company-wide parties and events

Job Responsibilities:

• Income Collection & Accounts Payable
  • Maintains accurate resident records. Updates all rents, deposits and application fees received from residents on a daily basis. Issue appropriate notices when necessary (e.g. late payments, eviction notices, returned check memos).
  • Deposits all receipts prior to bank close each day.
  • Enters invoices daily into appropriate system for timely payment.
  • May use and reconcile property credit card in accordance with accounting policies and deadlines.
  • Assists with month-end procedures including deposit accounting, variances, expiring leases, write off register, receivable aging, security deposit activity and gross potential rent.
• Resident Relations
  • Perpetuates a true sense of community.
  • Maintains positive customer relations attitude.
  • Physically inspects property when on grounds, picks up litter and reports any service needs to maintenance staff. Will also inspect move-outs and vacancies when requested.
• Marketing
  • Ensures appropriate content and frequency of ads on Craigslist, Weblisters, and other listing services.
  • Must be knowledgeable of all phases of leasing and resident retention.
  • Greets prospective clients, shows the community, and performs leasing duties.
  • Answers and handles incoming phone calls.
  • Maintains awareness of local market conditions and trends. Contributes ideas to Community Manager for marketing community and improving resident satisfaction.
  • Maintains a lease closing ratio at a level appropriate for the property and submarket.
• Administrative
  • Updates required reports concerning move-out notices, activity, etc. on a daily basis and provides information to the Community Manager.
  • Organizes and files all applicable reports, leases and paperwork.
  • Proofreads all lease paperwork and processes move-ins and move-outs.
  • Processes all security deposit move-out reports.
  • Accepts service requests from residents and routes to maintenance for prompt processing. May conduct service follow-up with resident when work is completed.
• General
  • Performs any additional duties assigned by direct manager or the Regional Manager/Director of the property being supported.
  • This is a floating role that requires frequent travel across the Greater Portland area.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years experience in property management or equivalent experience, including leasing, sales/closing, and customer service.
• Experience with Yardi/CRM and On-Site
• Accounts Payable experience or prior experience reviewing and paying/entering invoices.
• Drivers license required. This is a floating role that requires the ability to travel to various locations in Oregon which may or may not be accessible by public transportation.
• Willingness to travel to Bend, Oregon, on occasion.

Desired Competencies:

• Highly detail oriented with the ability to provide accurate and timely reports and information.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment.
• Strong understanding of industry terms.
• Ability to interpret and understand tenant file information and complex documents such as regulatory agreements and program regulations.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict and remain calm and courteous at all times.
• Kind, thorough, and clear in communication with residents, vendors, subordinates, home office departments, ownership, and leadership.
• Respectful and understanding of diverse, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Communicates effectively, builds trust, and addresses community challenges with cultural awareness and equity.
• Performs duties under pressure and with the ability to meet competing deadlines.
• Takes instructions and feedback from supervisors and is able to follow direction, learn, and grow with a positive outlook.
• Exercises strong problem-solving skills.
• Interacts with co-workers, supervisors, guests, and the public in a professional and pleasant manner.
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Strong attention to resident satisfaction and retention.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English using correct grammar and punctuation.

Physical Requirements:

• 100% in-person position. Must be available to be physically present at sites being supported.
• Stand, walk or sit alternatively depending on the specific needs of the day.
• Ability to physically walk sites/units, which may include climbing stairs and navigating uneven surfaces or construction zones.
• Ability to be physically present onsite at the property during normal business hours to greet guests, handle property operations, provide tours, etc.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional need to perform the following physical activities:
  • Bend/Stoop/Squat
  • Climb stairs
  • Push/Pull
  • Reach above shoulder
• Lifting frequently up to 25lbs and occasionally 25 - 40 lbs.
• Works both indoors (majority of the time) and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to effectively communicate in person, via phone, and through virtual platforms.
• Must be able to commute to locations where there is need.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Diversity is celebrated at Thrive as we believe it makes us a better company. Our hope is that each associate feels welcomed, respected, and appreciated for their unique contributions. From our hiring practices, performance reviews, raise decisions, and opportunities for promotions, Thrive follows consistent and fair practices to ensure all Thrive employees and potential employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement based on merit, and are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or on any other legally protected basis. Our Human Resources department works with teams to make reasonable accommodations for those that require assistance in being able to participate in the interview process or meet the requirements of their position.

Background Check & Drug Screen Policy

Thrive Communities conducts background checks and drug screens for onsite property associates after the conditional offer of employment is accepted, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be asked to authorize these screenings and results will be reviewed by a designated HR representative. For questions about what will be reviewed on the criminal history, please contact [e-mail].

The 4-panel drug screen tests for the following:

• Amphetamines including Methamphetamine
• Cocaine Metabolites
• Opiates including Codeine and Morphine
• Phencyclidine ("PCP")

Thrive Communities reserves the right to modify this policy at any time without notice.