Property Manager 2

DePaul; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

403B with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Staff Recognition Program and Employee

Job summary

DePaul Properties is seeking a Property Manager to oversee daily operations of an affordable housing community with fewer than 100 units in Buffalo, NY. You will ensure compliance with Fair Housing, ADA, HUD/LIHTC guidelines and manage leasing, occupancy, maintenance, and tenant relations.

The PM will lead site staff, coordinate with community partners, monitor budgets, prepare investor reports, and promote a positive living environment while adhering to program requirements and DePaul policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience in multi-family property management with direct supervision.
• Strong marketing or leasing experience and excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English; valid NYS driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing and ADA, and with HUD/LIHTC guidelines for leasing, certification, recertification, waiting lists, and site maintenance.
• Supervise maintenance, security staff, and site operations including safety, pest control, and preventative measures.
• Manage leasing and occupancy, negotiate leases, collect rent, and handle delinquencies and security deposits; deliver tenant notifications as needed.
• Collaborate with community stakeholders and service providers to support residents and promote a positive living environment.
• Prepare reports for investors and stakeholders and maintain DePaul Properties policies and procedures.

Skills

Motivated

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Microsoft Word

Excel

Yardi

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Yardi

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

Property Manager for DePaul Properties oversees daily operations of an affordable housing apartment community of less than 100 units. DePaul Properties offers rental housing to income eligible tenants and persons with special needs. The Property Manager (PM) will maintain compliance laws as defined by each governing program related to the site. (Training on the site specific compliance laws and specific expectations will be trained by DePaul staff). The PM will be responsible for all aspects of site operations including tenant issues, leasing, occupancy of units, physical plant maintenance and issues, security and community liaison. The Property Manager will also be responsible for encouraging and promoting a positive living environment for tenants and work environment for employees.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages
• Pay range for this position is $60,405-$63,523/year based on experience

Responsibilities

• Understands governing bodies site requirements and will adhere to them such as:
  • Ensures Compliance with Fair Housing and Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • Ensures selection of new tenants is in accordance with the Tenant Selection Plan
  • HUD/LIHTC guidelines governing all areas including-leasing, certification andrecertification processes, waiting lists, transfers and site maintenance.
• Supervises all maintenance issues of the property-including snow and landscaping issues, cleanliness of the building, unit maintenance, safety, security, pest control and preventative issues.
• Supervises and responsible to maintain site security staff, equipment, and systems.
• Works with community stakeholders such as neighborhood groups, police, homeowners, and businesses to promote good neighbor relations and build community relationships.
• Works in collaboration with special needs service providers that come on site to work with residents in accordance with their program and needs.
• Marketing of units and maintaining occupancy. Negotiates leases with tenants, collects rent, deals with payment issues and security deposits. Works with tenants to comply with lease and avoid eviction. Delivers notifications to tenants as needed.
• Enforces DePaul Properties policies and procedures.
• Prepares reports for investors and stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications

Education / Experience: High School diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Preferred Certifications: * Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP), * Certified Credit Compliance Professional (C3P), * Tax Credit Compliance Specialist (TaCCs). Section 8 / Affordable Housing tax experience strongly preferred. 3 or more years experience in multi-family property management, including direct supervision of others. Proven marketing or leasing experience. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to perform in a busy, changing, multi-tasking work environment. Requires ability to physically inspect property (or Properties) and individual units. Requires ability to read, speak and comprehend English language. Requires a valid NYS driver’s license, an insured vehicle, and the ability to travel (on call, emergencies, trainings, etc. as needed.

Skills: Motivated personality, demonstrates professionalism, self starter, excellent ability to communicate. Is an active listener, has negotiation skills, flexible attitude, and demonstrates leadership. Values team and has knowledge of Microsoft Work, Excel, Yardi or other equivalent software preferred. Ability to learn accounting software essential

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need.

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