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EJF Real Estate Services seeks an Onsite Property Manager in Washington, DC to lead daily residential operations onsite. You will be the primary contact for residents, boards, staff, and vendors, ensuring safe, compliant, and well-run communities.
The role covers resident relations, building operations, governance support, compliance, financial administration, and maintenance coordination. Must be bilingual, with 3+ years in on-site property management and US work authorization.
$65,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Eligible for a discretionary annual bonus
EJF Real Estate Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Comprehensive health insurance with 100% of premiums paid by the employerEmployer-paid life and disability insurance401(k) plan with a 4% employer match and immediate vestingGenerous paid time off and paid holidays
EJF Real Estate Services is a locally based, long-established real estate company serving communities throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area. We provide comprehensive property management services with a strong focus on responsive service, operational excellence, and long-term client relationships.
We bring energy, urgency, and persistence to our work.
We take responsibility, follow through, and solve problems.
We look for ways to improve our performance, systems, and service.
The Onsite Property Manager leads the day-to-day operations of an assigned residential property and helps maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-managed community. This individual serves as the primary onsite contact for residents, Board members, employees, vendors, and other community partners. The role combines resident relations, building operations, staff and vendor oversight, regulatory compliance, maintenance coordination, Board support, community engagement, and financial administration. The ideal candidate is confident, proactive, and comfortable taking ownership of property operations. This person communicates directly and respectfully, responds effectively to changing priorities, and balances sound judgment and relationship-building with careful attention to detail.
Full-time, onsite position in Washington, DCStandard schedule of Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required for Board meetings, community events, or urgent property mattersMust be available to assist with emergency response when necessaryMust be able to conduct property walkthroughs and lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds
Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for residents and respond to questions, requests, and concerns professionally and promptly. Build positive relationships with residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries and consistently enforcing community policies. Document resident issues and coordinate follow-up through resolution. Prepare and distribute resident notices, building updates, and other community communications. Conduct resident surveys and gather feedback to help identify service and community needs. Plan and coordinate community events that encourage resident engagement. Support compliance with community rules, regulations, and established procedures.
Oversee daily building activity and help ensure smooth, safe, and efficient property operations. Coordinate and monitor vendors, contractors, and service providers working onsite. Supervise and direct maintenance employees, establish priorities, and ensure assigned work is completed accurately and on schedule. Set clear expectations for employees and vendors and address performance or service concerns directly. Manage property security protocols, including monitoring cameras and maintaining secure building access. Coordinate package management procedures and help ensure packages are handled, documented, and distributed appropriately. Identify operational concerns early and take appropriate action before they develop into larger problems.
Serve as a professional liaison between residents, the Board, vendors, and EJF’s internal teams. Attend Board and membership meetings as required, including occasional evening meetings. Prepare meeting materials, reports, property updates, and supporting documentation. Record and maintain accurate meeting minutes when assigned. Maintain organized Board, association, and property records. Follow through on Board directives and provide timely status updates on open matters.
Monitor the property’s adherence to applicable laws, regulations, governing documents, policies, and safety requirements. Research applicable regulations and advise the Board and internal partners on property compliance requirements. Coordinate required inspections and maintain accurate supporting documentation. Track compliance deadlines and ensure required actions are completed on time. Escalate legal, regulatory, safety, or governance concerns to the appropriate internal or external resource.
Assist with the preparation and administration of the property’s annual operating budget. Review monthly financial statements and identify unusual expenses, variances, or matters requiring follow-up. Support accurate financial reporting and provide relevant financial information to the Board and internal partners. Receive and deposit property-related funds in accordance with established procedures and internal controls. Maintain complete, organized, and accurate property records, reports, logs, and correspondence.
Conduct regular property walkthroughs and inspections to identify maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and compliance concerns. Create, assign, monitor, and follow up on work orders through completion. Coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance with employees, vendors, and contractors. Maintain an organized log of property improvements, repairs, inspections, and outstanding items. Track service contracts, operational deadlines, and required vendor follow-up. Verify that completed work meets property standards and address deficiencies promptly.
The strongest candidate for this role will be: Proactive and quick to identify issues, opportunities, and potential risksConfident when making decisions and taking ownership of resultsDirect, factual, professional, and respectful in communicationFriendly and approachable while maintaining appropriate boundaries and consistently enforcing community rulesComfortable managing interruptions, changing priorities, firm deadlines, and unexpected situationsAnalytical when reviewing resident concerns, financial information, compliance requirements, and property operationsHighly attentive to inspections, packages, security, records, work orders, deadlines, and follow-throughEffective at directing employees and vendors, setting expectations, and maintaining accountabilityMotivated to improve processes, strengthen operations, and provide a consistently high level of service.
This is an opportunity to lead the daily operations of a residential property while working with a long-established, locally based property management company. You will have the autonomy to solve problems, build meaningful relationships, improve property operations, and make a visible impact on the community you serve. EJF offers competitive compensation, comprehensive employer-paid benefits, opportunities for professional growth and a workplace culture that values initiative, accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional service.
EJF Real Estate Services is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.