Property Manager-Magnolia Gardens (LIHTC) La Plata, MD.

Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental, health, and vision plans

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Enterprise Community Partners is hiring a Property Manager to oversee operations, leasing, and maintenance at an affordable housing community. You will lead a diverse team, manage budgets, and ensure compliant, high-quality service for residents.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating marketing and revenue goals, and maintaining safe, attractive properties while engaging residents and collaborating with departments across Enterprise’s nationwide portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years property management experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED; COS and TCS certification or willingness to obtain.
• Strong financial acumen; ability to manage budgets.
• Strong communication skills in English; professional interactions with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee property operations, marketing, finance and maintenance.
• Lead a high‑performance team; ensure safety and compliance.
• Develop annual operating budget and maintenance plans.
• Interact with residents and staff to address concerns promptly.

Skills

Budget management

Marketing and leasing

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

COS/TCS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $92.0 billion and created 1.1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands – all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging.

Join us at enterprisecommunity.org

Working at Enterprise

At Enterprise, you’ll be part of a diverse, committed team making a difference every day. You will collaborate with some of the smartest minds and biggest hearts in our field. You’ll be empowered to drive systems change and take bold steps to advance racial equity. And you will find a career home where you’re valued and supported in your growth journey. Enterprise offers career opportunities in our offices across the country with an exceptional benefits package.

Job Description Summary

Provides leadership, direction and oversight of overall operations for the property, ensuring a safe and attractive living environment for residents and a great place to work for associates, exceptional quality and service, sustained resident satisfaction and associate engagement, operational efficiency, and strong financial results. Affordable housing experienced required.

Attracts, retains, coaches, motivates and leads a high-performance team; holds the team accountable for meeting all mission, quality, safety and other performance standards. Oversee operations, marketing, financial management and maintenance of the assigned property. Continuously monitors the building, grounds, and surrounding areas to ensure that the community is safe, clean, and attractive; presents an exceptional impression for guests and prospective residents. Develops the community’s annual operating budget and maintenance plans; monitors expenses, revenues and financial metrics; makes recommendations and adjustments as appropriate to achieve financial and other performance targets. Interacts routinely with residents; communicates effectively, appropriately, and courteously with residents, associates, management and guests to ensure that all areas of concern are addressed promptly and professionally. Implements and monitors compliance with Enterprise Residential policies and procedures and external regulatory requirements; ensures solid understanding of Enterprise Residential’s operational and human resources policies and procedures among all community staff and addresses variances quickly to ensure consistent compliance. Leads and directs sales and marketing activities both on and off site to achieve occupancy goals; recommends strategies to adjust activities as needed in response to market conditions, competitive pressures, apartment turnovers, and other factors influencing occupancy; maintains knowledge of competitive properties and market trends and makes recommendations as appropriate. Ensures strict compliance with the Fair Housing Act, shows and leases apartments; qualifies prospective residents in compliance with program requirements; manages lease renewal process. Collects rents, monitors and manages delinquencies and collections, and maintains accurate records. Implements and monitors safety protocols; sets a strong example and holds associates accountable for practicing a culture of safety. Promotes resident services initiatives in conjunction with the Resident Services Department; drives efforts at the community level, engaging residents in social and educational activities and events. Prepares, monitors, and distributes reports on a variety of operational and financial data. Participates in and attends all required training sessions; ensures that all associates are fully trained and aware of job responsibilities. Identifies succession candidates and implements career development plans for property level associates. Supports other communities as assigned by management. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages all property staff. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the property and relevant business development initiatives. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Enterprise Residential policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Minimum three (3) years property management experience or management experience in a related field, at least two years in a supervisory role preferred. High School Diploma or G.E.D. NCHM COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist) & TCS (Tax Credit Specialist) Certification or equivalent certification from a nationally recognized compliance training program and experience, or ability and commitment to obtain certifications at the next available course offering. Demonstrated experience and solid track record in marketing and leasing. Strong financial acumen: Demonstrated ability to understand basic financial statements and to manage expenses and revenue within budgets. Ability to lead, direct, and motivate others to innovate and excel. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment demonstrating strong organizational and follow up skills along with an ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact, in English, with a diverse group of associates, residents and external agencies. Ability to apply reason, logic, and advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues. Ability to read, in English, at a level sufficient to understand policies and procedures, safety notices, general business correspondence and/or documentation. Strong computer and keyboarding skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to quickly master new applications. Excellent interpersonal skills. Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy. Strong customer service orientation to older adults. Strong attention to detail. Ability to handle a high volume of telephone calls.

Requirements

Possess and maintain timely and reliable transportation. May be required to work weekends as needed.

Salary Transparency

You will be joining a team of talented professionals motivated by serving the community and addressing the need for affordable housing. Enterprise offers a comprehensive total rewards package for you and your family. The pay range for this position is $62,000/year to $72,900/year. The salary range represents the low and high end of what may be paid for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range, and compensation decisions may be influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Total Rewards at Enterprise

This range is just one component of our total rewards package, which also includes annual performance bonuses and generous paid leave programs. Our benefits form a major part of the total rewards package. These include dental, health, and vision care plans, as well as family-building benefits such as adoption and surrogacy support. Enterprise supports flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance and offers health advocacy, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and mental health benefits. We round out our package with financial education, wellness programs, and auto-enrollment in the company’s 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. Finally, you will have access to learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications.

Enterprise Community Partners is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. Home is where life happens, where plans are made and futures begin. The foundation for dignity, health, education, wealth and community. Yet rents keep going up, paychecks don’t keep pace, and good homes in strong neighborhoods are increasingly out of reach. The system doesn’t work. It must be changed, and it must be changed by us.

What We Do

Everything we do is informed by the residents we serve: Support community development organizations on the ground Aggregate and invest capital for impact in homes and communities Advance housing policy at every level of government Build and manage communities ourselves.

Our Goals

Together with our partners, we focus on the greatest need – the massive shortage of affordable rental homes – to achieve three goals: Increase the supply of affordable homes Advance racial equity after decades of systematic racism in housing Strengthen communities to be resilient to the unpredictable and make upward mobility possible.

Our Impact

Since 1982, we have invested $92.0 billion and created 1.1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands – all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging. We are here for impact. We are here for change. Join us.

Enterprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value a diverse workforce and strive to create an inclusive culture. Enterprise encourages and considers applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Enterprise is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to ensure full participation in the interview process and to perform essential job functions.