Property Manager

Undisclosed; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Dakota Commercial in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a personable, organized Full-Time Property Manager to build relationships with residents, coordinate property needs, assist with leasing, and ensure safe, well-maintained properties.

Ideal candidates communicate effectively, stay organized, and take pride in providing excellent service. The role emphasizes resident experience, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Candidate is personable, organized, and customer-focused.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Ability to stay organized and handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly, professional demeanor with residents, vendors, and visitors.
• Greet walk-in visitors, respond to inquiries, and assist with overflow calls.
• Serve as the primary contact for resident questions, concerns, and requests.
• Investigate and resolve concerns promptly and respectfully.
• Support move-in experiences and promote positive resident relationships.
• Communicate updates and notices to residents as needed.
• Market available units and conduct property tours; guide applicants through leasing.
• Assist with rental applications and move-in inspections; maintain leasing records.
• Create and track leases and security deposits per policy; follow up on prospective residents.
• Coordinate maintenance requests, inspections, and repairs with staff/vendors.
• Enforce community rules and occupancy requirements; manage keys securely.
• Maintain resident files and ensure documentation is complete and organized.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Relationship building

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Property management software

Job description

Love working with people and keeping things running smoothly? Dakota Commercial is looking for a personable, organized, and customer-focused Full-Time Property Manager to join our team in Grand Forks, ND! In this role, you'll build relationships with residents, coordinate property needs, assist with leasing, and help ensure our properties are safe, well-maintained, and welcoming. If you're a strong communicator who enjoys problem-solving, staying organized, and making a positive difference, we'd love to hear from you!

What we offer:

• Full-time, MondayFriday schedule (40 hours per week)
• Employer-paid health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401 (k) plan

Resident Relations and Customer Service:

• Maintain a friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor when interacting with residents, prospective renters, vendors, and visitors.
• Greet walk-in visitors, respond to inquiries, and assist with overflow telephone calls as needed.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for resident questions, concerns, and service requests.
• Investigate and resolve resident concerns promptly, professionally, and respectfully.
• Follow up with new residents to support a smooth move-in experience and encourage positive resident relationships.
• Communicate property updates, reminders, memos, and notices to residents as needed.
• Work collaboratively with fellow Property Managers and the management team to deliver consistent, high-quality customer service.

Leasing and Occupancy:

• Market available rental units through advertising, resident referrals, and other approved marketing methods.
• Respond to leasing inquiries, explain property features, amenities, location benefits, and available services, and conduct property tours as needed.
• Assist prospective residents throughout the rental application process.
• Process affordable housing applications and verify eligibility in accordance with applicable program requirements and established procedures.
• Prepare and execute lease agreements and collect security deposits in accordance with company policies and applicable requirements.
• Maintain accurate leasing records and follow up with prospective residents as appropriate.
• Conduct move-in inspections and document the condition of rental units as needed.

Property Maintenance and Inspections:

• Maintain an active awareness of the property's overall condition, safety, security, cleanliness, and appearance.
• Conduct routine inspections of vacant units and common areas to identify maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or opportunities for improvement.
• Create work orders, report maintenance issues, and coordinate necessary repairs with the appropriate personnel or vendors.
• Monitor outstanding maintenance requests and follow up to help ensure repairs are completed promptly and appropriately.
• Enforce community rules, lease provisions, and occupancy requirements consistently and professionally.
• Properly manage, secure, and track property keys in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct move-out inspections, with or without the resident present, as needed.
• Prepare move-out statements and security deposit reconciliations in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Administrative and Organizational Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate, complete, and organized resident files, leasing documents, inspection records, and other property management records.
• Demonstrate proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Learn and utilize property management software and other technology required for the position.
• Manage competing priorities, multitask effectively, and maintain efficiency during periods of high activity.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, sound judgment, initiative, and effective problem-solving skills.
• Communicate important property concerns, maintenance needs, and operational issues to the Property Management Supervisor in a timely manner.

Professional Expectations:

• Represent Dakota Commercial and the managed properties with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellent service.
• Treat all residents, prospective renters, coworkers, vendors, and visitors with courtesy, fairness, kindness, and respect, including during challenging interactions.
• Maintain a calm, solution-oriented approach when addressing complaints or difficult situations.
• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, flexibility, and a willingness to work as part of a team.
• Maintain reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and current vehicle insurance as required for the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

General Statement:

The responsibilities outlined above represent the primary duties of the Property Manager and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Dakota Commercial reserves the right to modify, add, or reassign duties and responsibilities as business needs change, consistent with applicable law.