Property Manager

POAH Communities; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship program

Professional certifications

Job summary

POAH Communities seeks a seasoned Property Manager to lead operations at The Avenue, an 83-unit community in Petworth, Washington, DC. You will guide a dynamic team, ensure affordable housing quality, and oversee leasing, maintenance, and resident services during an upcoming renovation focusing on security and building systems.

The role requires strong regulatory knowledge, leadership, and financial acumen to sustain strong performance and resident satisfaction in a diverse community.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of property management experience.
• Knowledge of federal and local affordable housing regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership abilities and team-building skills.
• Financial acumen and analytical mindset.
• Proficiency in Yardi and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational excellence and financial performance across your property.
• Build and lead a high-performing team.
• Develop strong relationships with residents and staff.
• Oversee maintenance, marketing, and leasing initiatives.
• Manage budgets and financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with housing regulations.
• Create innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Resident relations

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Tax Credit Specialist certification

Certified Occupancy Specialist certification

Tools

Yardi

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500+ professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it's about creating environments where residents can thrive. Our commitment to excellence in affordable housing management serves as a foundation for resident success and community empowerment.

About Us

POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500+ professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it's about creating environments where residents can thrive. Our commitment to excellence in affordable housing management serves as a foundation for resident success and community empowerment.

See our employees in action and how you can contribute to the mission!

About The Role

As Property Manager, you'll lead a dynamic team while ensuring our residents have a high-quality, affordable place to call home and access to programs that enhance their quality of life. Your work will directly impact individuals and families by maintaining the highest standards of property management while fostering inclusive communities. The Avenue is an 83-unit community located in the Petworth neighborhood in northwest Washington D.C. less than a mile from the George Ave-Petworth Metro Station. Built as the first phase of the redevelopment of the D.C. Housing Authority’s Park Morton public housing, the community is home to 27 public housing residents.

POAH acquired the property’s managing member interest in 2025 and is planning a renovation focusing on security and building systems upgrades. The Avenue adds to POAH’s growing portfolio in Washington D.C., which consists of 202 units.

The Avenue: https://www.poah.org/avenue

About Your Impact

• Drive operational excellence and financial performance across your property
• Build and lead a high-performing team
• Develop strong relationships with residents and staff
• Oversee maintenance, marketing, and leasing initiatives
• Manage budgets and financial planning
• Ensure compliance with housing regulations
• Create innovative solutions to complex challenges

About You

• 7+ years of property management experience
• Knowledge of federal and local affordable housing regulatory requirements
• Strong leadership abilities and team-building skills
• Financial acumen and analytical mindset
• Proficiency in Yardi and Microsoft Office
• Tax Credit Specialist and/or Certified Occupancy Specialist certification
• Excellence in resident relations and communication
• Track record of successful property operations

Benefits At Poah Communities

POAH Communities prioritizes the wellbeing of you and your family by offering a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programming including monthly webinars and medical insurance discounts
• Financial: 401(k) with up to 4% company match; FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting; Life & AD&D insurance; free financial coaching
• Time Off: 15 days of PTO (increases with tenure), 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
• Paid Leave: 12 weeks Parental Leave; Bereavement; Jury Duty; Voting
• Incentives: Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming
• Professional development opportunities: tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications

Our salary structure is competitive and reflects individual experience. POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity. For additional details, please visit our website at www.poahcommunities.com/careers.

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Pay Rate: $79,896-$90,000