Property Manager I (Waters Edge Apartments)

WinnCompanies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work options

Job summary

WinnCompanies is seeking a Property Manager I for Waters Edge Apartments in Chicago, IL. You will oversee daily operations, leasing, finances, maintenance, and compliance, while delivering premier resident service.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in property management, knowledge of Section 8/HUD programs, and leadership experience. This role offers a structured schedule and opportunities to grow within a nationwide housing organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1–3 years of property management or residential operations experience.
• Experience with Project-Based Section 8 / HUD programs.
• Ability to complete recertifications for Project-Based Section 8 / HUD.
• Complete Rent Calculation Training within 120 days and Tax Credit Training for TCS certification.
• Complete CHA Yardi Training within 2 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a multifamily community, ensuring occupancy and compliance.
• Manage leasing activities: marketing, applications, move-ins/outs, renewals, rent increases.
• Drive occupancy, rent collections, and revenue goals.
• Perform rent calculations and incident reporting.
• Conduct wellbeing checks on residents during inclement weather.
• Prepare budgets, financial reports, PO, invoices, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with LIHTC/HUD and affordable housing requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business or Real Estate

Tools

Yardi

RealPage

Microsoft Office

Job description

At WinnCompanies, our work starts with people — the residents who call our communities home, the neighborhoods we help strengthen, and the 4,600+ team members across 30 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico who make it all possible.

We bring together people who care about quality housing, meaningful service, and making a difference every day. Through our innovative resident services platform and commitment to exceptional communities, we offer career opportunities for individuals who want their work to create lasting impact.

Interested in learning more? Visit WinnCompanies to explore our benefits, mission, communities, and career opportunities.

About The Opportunity

WinnCompanies is seeking a Property Manager I to join our team at Waters Edge Apartments, a 91-unit affordable, senior property housing community located in Chicago, IL.

In this role, you will oversee the daily operations, leasing, financial performance, maintenance, and compliance of the community while delivering exceptional resident service. The ideal candidate has experience in property management, multifamily housing, leasing, resident relations, and team leadership, and is committed to maintaining a high-performing, well-managed community.

The pay range for this role is $28.85-$29.81 per hour. The selected candidate will adhere to the following schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM and every other Saturday from 9:00AM to 12:00PM.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of a multifamily residential community, ensuring strong occupancy, resident satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee leasing activities, including marketing, rental applications, move-ins, move-outs, recertifications, renewals, and rent increases.
• Drive occupancy, rent collections, resident retention, and revenue goals.
• Complete rent calculations and incident reports.
• Conduct wellbeing checks on residents during inclement weather.
• Prepare and manage property budgets, financial reports, purchase orders, invoices, and monthly variance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, LIHTC, HUD, and affordable housing program requirements, where applicable.
• Partner with maintenance teams to maintain the property, preserve assets, and ensure completion of preventive maintenance programs.
• Lead, train, and develop site team members while promoting a positive, customer-focused culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in property management, multifamily housing, leasing, or residential operations.
• Experience with Project-Based Section 8 / HUD program.
• Experience with completing recertifications for Project-Based Section 8 / HUD program.
• Complete Rent Calculation Training within 120-days.
• Complete Tax Credit Training to obtain Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) certification.
• Complete CHA Yardi Training within 2-weeks.
• Previous supervisory, team lead, leadership, or employee development experience.
• Knowledge of property management operations and landlord-tenant laws.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and web-based business applications.
• Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse residents, colleagues, and vendors.
• Strong attention to detail and financial accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Experience with Low Income Housing Tax Credit program.
• Experience working with Chicago Housing Authority.
• Experience with Yardi, RealPage, or other property management software.
• Knowledge of leasing, marketing, resident retention, and occupancy strategies.
• Professional certifications such as CAM, ARM, RAM, SHCM, NAHP-CPL, CGPM, C3P, or equivalent.

Benefits & Perks

Eligible full-time U.S. employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, a floating holiday, and a day of service
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA, FSA, and dependent care savings options
• 401(k) with company match and company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and career growth resources
• Wellness programs, employee assistance resources, commuter benefits, and employee discount programs
• Flexible and hybrid work options for eligible positions

Learn more about our benefits at https://www.winnbenefits.com.

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Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.