Property Manager 1

CommonBond Communities; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonBond Communities seeks a Property Manager for Lexington Common in Saint Paul, responsible for overseeing 48 units and managing daily operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with laws, maintain a healthy community environment, and foster positive relationships with residents and staff.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Employee recognition and rewards program

Ongoing training and professional development

Comprehensive health benefits based on eligibility

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in property management, leasing, and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of government subsidy programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of property with 48 units.
• Ensures compliance with state, federal, and local laws.
• Provides leadership and guidance to staff.

Skills

Strong marketing skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Proficient on the computer

Education

Associate degree in business or real estate

Job description

Home is the foundation for everything in life. Since 1971, our model has been about supporting residents in finding stability and achieving their goals. It’s why we’re more than housing—we combine quality affordable homes with our on-site Advantage Services—because we believe that all people can thrive with the right support and opportunities. Today, over 13,000 people—families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities and other barriers—call a CommonBond community “home.” Our core values are Respect, Integrity, Partnership, Innovation, and Excellence. We live these values and look for people who embody them to represent our organization in the community. If this sounds like you, please consider joining our team.

Why CommonBond Communities?

• Work-life balance
• Employee referral program
• Benefits based on eligibility: Health insurance, Dental, Vision, PTO, Sick Time, Floating Holiday, Employer matching, 401(k), STD/ LTD, Life insurance, and a variety of employee-paid benefit options
• A respectful and growth-oriented workplace
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• A chance to make a difference in the community!
• Ongoing training and professional development
  
  

Salary Range: $57,000 - $63,000 Per Year

This position is eligible to participate in a non-discretionary bonus program for completion of specific metrics and performance.

CommonBond Communities invites qualified applicants to apply for the Property Manager position at Lexington Common in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The position oversees 1 property with a total of 48 units. The Property Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the site to provide a fiscally sound, well-maintained, and socially healthy apartment community. The property manager also provides leadership and guidance to staff.

Essential Job Functions And Associated Tasks

Compliance

• Ensures compliance with state, federal, and local laws.
• Complies with all city requirements and submits monthly reporting.
• Stays abreast of any changes in fair housing.
  
  

Leadership

• Develops and maintains professional relationships with residents, the community, and owners/owner boards.
• Maintains customer service and excellent relations with residents, resident cooperatives, outside agencies, and organizations.
• Walks the property at regular intervals to ensure resident property rules are being followed and that the property is clean and orderly and in good maintenance condition
• Confers with maintenance technicians concerning deferred maintenance, the operational budget, staff problems, and overall maintenance-related issues.
• Supervises, directs, trains, and evaluates staff. Prepares yearly employee reviews
• Directs assistant manager in collections.
  
  

Financial

• Meets Company benchmarks for occupancy, rent collections, and timely compliance paperwork.
• Operates property within budgeted income and expense guidelines.
• Obtains bids and supervises capital or contract services.
• Assists or prepares the annual budget for the property.
• Reviews and codes all invoices for payment.
• Tracks and evaluates utility costs.
• Prints monthly reports concerning lease expiration dates and calculates rent increases.
• Enters all data into YARDI.
  
  

Property Management

• Maintains accurate waiting list. Selects and screens new residents.
• Reports to regional manager and/or vice president of property management before hiring, terminating, or making wage or position adjustments of on-site personnel. Authorizes staff payroll.
• Works on the last day and first day of each month until responsibilities are completed.
• Leases apartments; implements and maintains an effective advertising and marketing plan.
• Obtains bids and supervises capital or contract services.
• Meets all corporate-designated deadlines.
• Implements staff, program, and/or site improvements contained in the budget and OPM.
• Implements procedures as outlined in the Red Book. (Emergency procedures manual)
• Supervises and purchases janitorial, maintenance, and office supplies.
• Keeps the regional manager informed on operational and financial details.
• Implements comprehensive marketing strategy to meet predetermined vacancy standards.
• Shows apartments.
• Prepares monthly newsletter for the entire complex.
• Plans and coordinates resident activities.
• Plans and coordinates model apartments.
• Hold regular Crime Watch meetings.
  
  

Resident Services (for Core Site properties)

• Collaborate with residents to maintain lease compliance and housing stability
• Plan and coordinate community-building opportunities for residents
• Provide essential supportive services to residents, including:
• Resources and referrals for Lease education
• Individualized assistance, as necessary, rec: max
  

Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge of government subsidy programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Excel.
• Two years of experience in property management, leasing, and staff supervision.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong marketing and leasing skills.
• Strong motivational skills.
• Ability to self-direct.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks.
• Proficient office skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Willingness to coordinate resident activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent collection skills.
• Proficient on the computer.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding and consistent use of YARDI software and EZ Labor.
• Excellent accounting skills.
• Typing speed of 40 to 50 wpm.
• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of the Affordable Housing Program.
• Basic knowledge of apartment maintenance and construction.
• Commitment to the property performance.
  
  

EDUCATION

• Associate degree or equivalent, two years of experience in property management, business, or real estate.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours at a time.
• Ability to type.
• Walking and stair climbing.
• Smoke-free work environment
• Quiet to moderate noise level.
• Overtime as necessary.
• Showing of apartments or walking property in adverse weather conditions.