Property Manager - Affordable Housing Ops Lead

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation seeks a Property Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of CHA assigned properties, ensuring financial soundness, compliance, and safe, welcoming environments for residents.

You will lead onsite staff, coordinate with vendors, monitor budgets, and drive resident relations. 5+ years in property management, with affordable housing experience, is required; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site role with on-call emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree in Business, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or related field preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of property management experience, preferably in affordable housing or nonprofit housing.
• Experience managing affordable housing programs such as Section 8 and/or public housing is required.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with property management software preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and basic mathematical skills.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle, insurance, and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of assigned properties.
• Supervise, support, and provide direction to onsite staff.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Supervisor to monitor work orders, repairs, turnovers, and preventive maintenance.
• Conduct routine inspections of property grounds, common areas, vacant units, and completed maintenance work.
• Ensure vacant units are prepared and ready for occupancy in a timely manner.
• Assist with annual unit, site, and regulatory inspections.
• Monitor property expenses and recommend repairs, replacements, and improvements within the approved budget.
• Identify opportunities to improve operations and reduce unnecessary costs.
• Ensure property emergencies are handled promptly and appropriate corporate staff are notified.
• Oversee safety and security procedures.
• Manage marketing, leasing, occupancy, and resident retention efforts.
• Build positive relationships with residents and address concerns professionally.
• Serve as liaison between residents and community, public, and private agencies when needed.
• Monitor financial reporting and property performance.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing requirements and applicable affordable housing programs.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure contracted work is completed appropriately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Customer service

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish (a plus)

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business, Urban Planning, Real Estate or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Job description

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation seeks a Property Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of CHA assigned properties, ensuring financial soundness, compliance, and safe, welcoming environments for residents.

You will lead onsite staff, coordinate with vendors, monitor budgets, and drive resident relations. 5+ years in property management, with affordable housing experience, is required; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site role with on-call emergencies.