Property Manager

Downstreet’s Real Estate Development; Barre (VT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B match

Health and dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Downstreet is seeking a Central Vermont Based Property Manager to join our team in Barre. The role focuses on leasing affordable housing and supporting residents to maintain stable tenancy through lease adherence.

The successful candidate will build relationships with residents and partners, respond to concerns, enforce lease terms, and coordinate inspections and maintenance across sites. A strong customer service background and driving eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or two years of college and two years of customer service or social service experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn relevant property management software.
• Ability to independently manage priorities and deadlines and handle confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, active listening and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion and social and economic justice.
• Valid Vermont Driver’s License, personal vehicle, and ability to travel between housing sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop professional relationships and maintain regular and positive communication with residents, colleagues, and community service partners.
• Respond promptly to resident concerns, complaints, work order requests, and tracking to ensure timely responses.
• Support resident success by enforcing the terms of the lease and intervening immediately when a resident behavior (non-payment of rent, excessive noise, etc.) violates the lease terms and threatens tenancy.
• Mediate resident conflicts.
• Conduct move-in, move-out and periodic inspections of all units.
• Regularly visit sites and ensure proper maintenance and curb appeal.
• Complete all administrative tasks related to the position, including lease violation notices, work order reporting and tracking, maintaining accurate and organized resident files, etc.
• Participate in Property Management team meetings, staff meetings, and Downstreet team events.
• Oversee rent collections and subsidy payments to ensure financial ledger accuracy

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Communication

Active listening

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Two years of college + two years of experience

Tools

Property management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

We are currently looking for a Central Vermont Based Property Manager to join our team!

Downstreet is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable person with strong customer services skills to support resident success in multiple buildings of affordable housing primarily in the Central Vermont area. Regular presence at Downstreet Housing’s central office in Barre is also required. This position will help lease housing to low- and middle-income renters and support residents in maintaining stable housing by helping them abide by lease requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop professional relationships and maintain regular and positive communication with residents, colleagues, and community service partners.
• Respond promptly to resident concerns, complaints, work order requests, and tracking to ensure timely responses.
• Support resident success by enforcing the terms of the lease and intervening immediately when a resident behavior (non-payment of rent, excessive noise, etc.) violates the lease terms and threatens tenancy.
• Mediate resident conflicts.
• Conduct move-in, move-out and periodic inspections of all units.
• Regularly visit sites and ensure proper maintenance and curb appeal.
• Complete all administrative tasks related to the position, including lease violation notices, work order reporting and tracking, maintaining accurate and organized resident files, etc.
• Participate in Property Management team meetings, staff meetings, and Downstreet team events.
• Oversee rent collections and subsidy payments to ensure financial ledger accuracy

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree, or two years of college and two years of customer service or social service experience, or an equivalent combination of education, employment, and life experience
• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn relevant property management and other Downstreet software
• Ability to independently manage priorities and deadlines and ability to manage confidential information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, active listening skills and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to equity and inclusion and social and economic justice
• Valid Vermont Driver’s License, personal vehicle, and ability to travel between housing sites

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer
• Ability to inspect properties including basements and living units with stairs
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time

Compensation

This is a full-time position. Salary: $50,000 annually.

Downstreet also provides a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• 403B match
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability

Downstreet is strongest when we have a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We know that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or Veteran status are encouraged to apply.