Lease-Up Property Manager- Omaha, NE

Burlingtoncapitalproperties; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

The Poppleton in Omaha, NE is seeking a Property Manager to lead onsite operations for a brand-new affordable housing community. You will oversee lease-ups, resident services, and day-to-day property performance from ground-up to stabilizing occupancy.

The role focuses on LIHTC-compliant processes, rent collections, vendor coordination, and reporting while delivering exceptional resident service and maintaining a welcoming, well-maintained community.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of property management operations.
• Affordable housing and/or LIHTC experience preferred.
• Knowledge of LIHTC regulations and compliance requirements preferred.
• Experience with leasing, rent collections, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete required reporting accurately and timely.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of The Poppleton while establishing efficient and effective onsite processes for a newly constructed community.
• Drive a successful lease-up by overseeing leasing activity, marketing efforts, application processing, resident communication, and move-in coordination.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident files and property records, including documentation required for LIHTC compliance.
• Monitor property financial performance, including rent collections, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Assist with the preparation and completion of required weekly and monthly reports.
• Ensure property activities and reporting are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Provide a high level of customer service while developing positive relationships with residents, applicants, vendors, and team members.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and solutions-oriented approach when addressing challenges and competing priorities.
• Organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities while working both independently and as part of a team.
• Help establish a welcoming, well-maintained, and resident-focused community as The Poppleton begins welcoming residents.

Skills

Property management operations

LIHTC regulations

Leasing & rent collections

Multi-tasking & organization

Communication skills

Customer service

Job description

Property Manager

The Poppleton | Omaha, NE

The Poppleton is a brand-new affordable housing community in Omaha's Park Avenue neighborhood, bringing 51 new mixed-income apartments to the area as part of a two-phase, 121-unit development. With Phase I opening in fall 2026, this is an exciting opportunity to join the property at the beginning of its journey and play a key role in establishing a successful community.

We are seeking a top-tier Property Manager to lead onsite operations and oversee a successful lease-up. The property offers studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments serving households with incomes ranging from 40% to 60% of Area Median Income (AMI), along with amenities including underground parking, onsite laundry, and a pickleball court. The Poppleton's convenient location near public transportation, major highways, neighborhood resources, and downtown Omaha makes it a unique opportunity to create an exceptional living experience for future residents.

The Property Manager will oversee day-to-day property operations, resident services, leasing activity, financial performance, and compliance while building a strong foundation for the community from the ground up.

Schedule

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

The Successful Property Manager Will:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of The Poppleton while establishing efficient and effective onsite processes for a newly constructed community.
• Drive a successful lease-up by overseeing leasing activity, marketing efforts, application processing, resident communication, and move-in coordination.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident files and property records, including documentation required for LIHTC compliance.
• Apply a strong understanding of property management practices and, preferably, LIHTC regulations and compliance requirements.
• Monitor property financial performance, including rent collections, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Assist with the preparation and completion of required weekly and monthly reports.
• Ensure property activities and reporting are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Provide a high level of customer service while developing positive relationships with residents, applicants, vendors, and team members.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and solutions-oriented approach when addressing challenges and competing priorities.
• Organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities while working both independently and as part of a team.
• Help establish a welcoming, well-maintained, and resident-focused community as The Poppleton begins welcoming residents.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Comprehensive knowledge of property management operations.
• Previous Property Manager experience preferred.
• Affordable housing and/or LIHTC experience preferred.
• Knowledge of LIHTC regulations and compliance requirements preferred.
• Experience with leasing, rent collections, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete required reporting accurately and timely.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Professional, enthusiastic, and positive "can-do" attitude.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, and copiers.
• Ability to move throughout the property and access apartments, common areas, and other property locations as needed.

Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions.

Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are available. Details will be discussed during the interview process. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer drug screen, criminal background check, civil background check, motor vehicle record review, and any other pre-employment requirements.

Burlington Capital Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Appearance Policy:

Burlington Capital Properties' Appearance Policy prohibits exposed tattoos, facial piercings (other than earrings), and unnatural hair colors (such as blue, green, or pink).

Requests for exceptions may be submitted in writing.

To learn more about Burlington Capital Properties, visit Burlington Capital Properties.