Property Manager

SATELLITE AFFORDABLE HOUSING ASSOCIATES; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 39,743 - 49,676; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plans

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

SATELLITE AFFORDABLE HOUSING ASSOCIATES is hiring a full-time Property Manager for Tabora Gardens in Antioch, CA. The role involves overseeing property operations, supervising staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance, with a starting hourly salary between $28.85 and $36.06.

The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, preferably in property management or affordable housing, and strong critical thinking and communication skills. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of supervisory experience required.
• Affordable housing and/or property management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of affordable housing programs like Tax Credit or HUD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the properties.
• Supervise on-site staff and serve as a mentor.
• Ensure properties are well-maintained within policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills (MS Office)

Education

Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS)

Certified Tax Credit Specialist

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Position Overview

This full‑time Property Manager position is located at Tabora Gardens in Antioch, CA 94509 and also at Veterans Square in Pittsburg, CA. Working Monday–Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm, the hourly salary ranges from $28.85 to $36.06.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day operation of the properties.
• Supervise on‑site staff and serve as a mentor to junior staff.
• Work in conjunction with the Resident Services Coordinator to develop a supportive environment for all residents.
• Ensure properties are well‑maintained within established operating and financial policies.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory agencies and investors.
• Provide support to other managers within SAHA’s portfolio and work on special projects as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum one year of supervisory experience (informal supervisory or leadership experience may satisfy this requirement).
• Affordable housing and/or property management experience strongly preferred.
• Experience or knowledge of affordable housing programs such as Tax Credit, HUD, Section8 strongly preferred.

Abilities and Attributes

• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required.
• Exercise common sense, good judgment, consistency and self‑control in day‑to‑day contact with residents and in other business‑related matters.
• Promotes harmonious relations among residents, staff, vendors, and larger community.
• Must be able to de‑escalate and resolve conflict with residents and staff if needed.
• Ability to work well with individuals from diverse socio‑economic and ethnic backgrounds.
• Strong verbal presentation skills with the ability to speak effectively before groups of residents and/or staff.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); knowledge of Yardi desirable but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Emergency Management Systems, including safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of landlord‑tenant law and procedures with the ability to comprehend HUD manuals and industry publications.
• Knowledge of building maintenance systems.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple functions simultaneously in a timely manner.
• Must be able to receive and follow through on verbal information/instructions over the phone, via e‑mail and in person as supervisor and management is not on site.
• Must be aware of the sounds made by emergency equipment and take appropriate action.
• Must be able to detect foreign/unpleasant odors while walking through buildings, such as a natural gas leak.
• Must have reliable means of transportation to travel between properties as necessary to carry out duties and responsibilities associated with the position.
• This position requires initiative and follow‑through on all tasks.

Certifications or Licenses

• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) and/or Certified Tax Credit Specialist, requiring attainment within six (6) months of hire; SAHA will provide certification training.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assistant Property Manager, and may include Custodian and After Hours Resident Coordinator.
• Interacts and works in conjunction with on‑site Maintenance Technician and Service Coordinator on related tenant issues and activities; does not directly supervise.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; compute rate, ratio and percent.
• Experience in preparing budgets is a plus.
• Willingness to learn to prepare annual budgets is essential; training is provided.

Physical Demands

• Frequent and daily use of computer.
• Approximately 40% of the job is done sitting, 30% standing, and 30% walking; frequent walking, stooping, bending, squatting to retrieve files or pick up debris.
• Climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, and reaching at, below, or above shoulder level.
• Occasionally may lift and push items up to 25lbs, climb ladders, kneel, twist, or grasp/pull/carry/push equipment such as janitorial carts, vacuums, brooms, or mops.
• Must occasionally withstand heights up to the number of stories in the building and independently get to all areas of the property (including roof).
• Requires the ability to see, smell and hear.

Work Environment

• Job mainly conducted inside an apartment complex where noise and temperature variations are minimal.
• Work performed inside approximately 75% of the time; inspections, tours, deliveries may be performed outside.
• May be exposed to loud noises during emergencies.
• Expected to handle irritate, belligerent or upset residents or visitors with calmness, diplomacy, and good social skills.
• May occasionally be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids/excretions; safety measures available and training provided.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials such as paints, cleaners or other janitorial/maintenance materials.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical benefits, dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plans, healthcare flexible spending account (FSA).
• Family planning assistance, mental health support.
• Life insurance, long‑term disability (LTD) insurance, supplemental life insurance.
• Identity theft and legal services.
• Commuter benefits, time off accrual, paid holidays.

Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.