Property Manager III (Bethel)

Alaska Housing Finance Corporation; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan – Medical, Vision, Dental,

Paid holidays

Education Reimbursement

Hybrid teleworking opportunities

Job summary

Alaska Housing Finance Corporation in Bethel, Alaska seeks a senior Property Manager III to oversee the physical and financial operations of affordable housing across a large portfolio. This leadership role requires strong knowledge of regulatory housing programs, budget management, lease enforcement and effective communication with residents, staff and stakeholders in remote communities.

You will supervise other managers, coordinate with eligibility and maintenance teams, and ensure HUD and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in property management, public administration, business, or related field.
• NSPIRE certification within two years of hire.
• High school diploma with 5 years supervisory/management experience.
• Experience in public housing programs and rent calculations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial and physical health of property and programs and ensure resident satisfaction.
• Direct and monitor site staff; conduct evaluations; hire/terminate recommendations.
• Maintain annual operating budget and cash flow; maximize income.
• Ensure HUD indicators and AHFC policies are met.
• Coordinate with eligibility staff for leasing ready units.

Skills

Communication

Budgeting

Lease enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

NSPIRE certification within 2 years

High school diploma + 5 years supervisory/management experience

Job description

• Location 1029 Ridgecrest Dr.,Bethel, AK, 99559,United States


• Base Pay $51.34 / Hour


• Employee Type Fulltime Nonexempt


• Manage Others Yes

PROPERTY MANAGER III

BETHEL, AK

Position Summary: Senior property and program manager responsible for the physical and financial functions related to affordable housing management in a portfolio with over one hundred units combined public housing and voucher program.

Reports to: Regional Manager

OVERVIEW

This dynamic position works within a team environment to provide Alaskan’s access to safe, quality, affordable housing. Responsible for operating a single large property or a portfolio of several properties and vouchers which combine to over one hundred units, while also supervising other managers and maintenance. May be the highest ranked employee in a community and serve as AHFC’s primary contact for information on subsidy programs in remote locations. Must demonstrate a strong ability to assess and evaluate problems, determine priorities amid multiple projects related to AHFC Public Housing, and understand accounting principles to implement site specific budgets . Must have demonstrated skills in lease enforcement and strong written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to listen and communicate with a diverse group of individuals. Requires a team player who can work independently and occasionally work flexible hours.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Exempt, supervisory position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position is responsible for the management of affordable housing, and includes the following duties:

Responsible for the financial and physical well-being of the property and programs at their locations, which also includes the satisfaction and contentment of the residents, tenants and staff. Significant daily interaction with public housing residents to include rent collection, unit inspections, rent change calculations, and responding to general inquiries and questions concerning housing and housing assistance.

Direct, control and monitor site staff in compliance with personnel rules and regulations to include organizing, scheduling, supervising and monitoring the quality and quantity of work of the site staff. Complete performance evaluations and recommendations for hiring and termination.

Maintain the financial health of the property and programs, including responsibility for the annual operating budget, monitoring cash flow, maximizing property income and maintaining inventory control.

Ensure key operational metrics in property management under AHFC and the Department of Housing and Urban Development assessment indicators are met which includes the physical condition of the units, buildings and systems; financial condition of the property; management performance of the property; and resident satisfaction.

Fundamental property management functions, which includes walking the property regularly to ensure property safety: assess curb appeal, hazardous conditions and other needs; inspect common areas, hallways, community rooms, and interior hallways, and ensures that work orders are issued to address deficiencies; inspects occupied and vacant units, assign make-ready work, and track make-ready time;

Conduct annual reexaminations and interim adjustments to compute accurate and timely rent in compliance with the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP) and HUD’s Rental Integrity Standards. Enforce the lease fairly for all residents, including conducting orientations for new residents to familiarize them with lease requirements; and serving notices as required.

Carrying out the work of the property in a manner that complies with all applicable Federal State and local laws, regulations, and AHFC policies and procedures

Coordinating with eligibility staff to ensure prompt leasing of ready units to include notifying admissions staff of any vacancies, ensuring the unit is made ready in compliance with the Alaska Landlord Tenant Act and AHFC policies, and processing new families for move in briefing, move-in inspection, calculating rent, collecting security deposits and updating systems with required tenant and accounting information.

Maintain the overall health of the property, capital planning and redevelopment process, occasionally supervising the day-to-day maintenance of the property: Assist in logging and monitoring the prioritization, assignment, close-out, and quality control of resident maintenance requests and ensuring 24-hour emergency maintenance service is available.

Secure the property by contracting with security patrol services, installing and maintaining security devices, establishing and enforcing policies and procedures and responding to emergencies.

Oversee the processing of admissions to ensure all applicants meet applicable federal, state and local regulations and AHFC policies and procedures. This may include management of marketing and recruiting for applicants for waiting lists, determining eligibility for new families, processing new family move in inspections, rent calculations; and providing program information as necessary.

Manage annual reexamination and interim adjustments to compute rent timely. Including notifying residents of their upcoming annual re-exam, collecting and reviewing income, assets and deductions, and documenting all actions property in client files, and maintaining a high standard of file organization.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of English and math; professional communication techniques; office practices and procedures, effective human relation concepts. Knowledge of federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures governing assisted housing programs.

Skills in organizing data and files; interpreting regulations; implementing and following procedures; making mathematical computations; selecting and applying guidelines and procedures; interviewing techniques; typing; operating a personal computer and 10-key calculator.

Ability to comprehend written material, interpret and apply rules and instructions; operate complex records management systems; perform assigned tasks independently; organize data and compile summaries and tabulations; convey information, both orally and in writing form to a variety of individuals in understandable and precise terms; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with an emphasis in property management, public administration, business administration, or closely related field; plus three years in a progressively responsible position of responsibility or property management experience, or a combination of three years’ experience in a position of responsibility and property management.

A high school diploma or GED and five years of responsibility experience must be at a level that includes management of a workplace, and computer experience (Word and Excel preferred). One (1) year of the above experience must have supervisory duties that include making recommendations or approvals for hiring and disciplinary actions.

Must obtain a National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) certification within two years of hire date.

Must have a valid Alaska Driver’s license (or be able to obtain one within 5 calendar days of beginning employment) and show proof of good driving record, when requested.

Excellent benefits package.

Insurance Benefits

• Health Plan – Medical, Vision, Prescription, and Dental


• Employee Assistance Program/Wellness


• Life Insurance – Basic Life and AD&D

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums - Optional life, Long-term, and short-term disability


• Voluntary Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness


• Flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care of dependent care expenses


• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Employee and Employer contribution


• Option to enroll in AHFC Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal Leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served


• Twelve paid holidays a year


• Education Reimbursement

All external applicants tentatively selected for this position shall be required to submit to urinalysis and breath alcohol testing to screen for illegal drug/alcohol use and complete a pre-employment physical prior to appointment.

AHFC provides employment opportunities to low and very-low income persons, in compliance with Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968. Public Housing Residents are encouraged to apply.

AHFC May Offer Hybrid Teleworking Opportunities for Some Positions