Property Manager - O2

Sherman Associates; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer-paid disability and life保险

401k with match

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Sherman Associates seeks a Property Manager to lead daily operations for a 240-unit O2 Luxury Tower in Minneapolis. You will oversee leasing, resident relations, safety, maintenance, and budgeting to meet occupancy and revenue goals.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and knowledge of property management software. Office hours are typical business days with some overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential real estate management or portfolio oversight.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with tenants and vendors.
• Knowledge of housing laws and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, leasing, and marketing with a focus on customer service.
• Manage resident relations, safety, maintenance, and budgeting activities.
• Prepare operating and capital budgets and monitor cash flow.
• Ensure compliance with housing laws and company procedures.
• Coordinate with staff and execute occupancy and rent collection targets.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Budget awareness

Education

Real estate management certification (CRM/CAM/COS)

Tools

RealPage

Yardi

Lead2Lease

OneSite Accounting

Job description

Be a part of something great and find yourself At Home, At Sherman! Our commitment to people and our vision for the future, combined with our history of success spanning decades, makes Sherman Associates who we are. We have become an industry leader by fulfilling our mission of Building Communities, Enriching Neighborhoods, and Empowering People.

As a Property Manager, you will be accountable for leading the daily operations of the assigned portfolio of real estate by coordinating the operational activities, leasing and marketing along with a strong focus on customer service and community relations.

Work Location

This position supports our O2 Luxury Tower, a 22-story mixed-use development with 240 luxury market-rate apartment homes in the Mill District neighborhood of Minneapolis. This property is a lease up. Parking is free for all onsite property staff members.

Schedule & Hours

• The schedule for this role will be Monday - Friday; 8 AM - 5 PM.

Essential Functions

• Takes ownership and acts as the company's primary coordinator to assure that the company's goals fully meet and to exceed contractual property management obligations.
• Directs the day-to-day activities of resident and tenant relations, safety/security, maintenance, marketing, landscaping, inspections, snow removal, and other operations.
• Walks property at regular intervals to ensure property rules are being followed and that the property is clean and orderly and in good maintenance condition.
• Works on the last day and first day of each month until responsibilities completed; some overtime may be required.
• Performs other tasks & duties as assigned based on business need.
• Shops comparable projects in the marketplace monthly.
• Makes appointments, shows apartments, screens applicants, and verifies applications for completion.
• Meets company benchmarks for occupancy, rent collections and timely compliance paperwork.
• Maintain complete and accurate property files and records, according to department systems, with an emphasis on documentation for future reference.
• Coordinates with corporate support staff on management company procedures for processing and distributing information.
• Prepares all resident files to include all preparatory paperwork; prepares all move‑out materials.
• Ensures compliance with state, federal and local housing laws.
• Complies with all Sherman Associates, agency, and city compliance requirements.
• Assists with subsidy administration in accordance with HUD rules and regulations.
• Engages, contracts, supervises, and approves invoices for all goods/services required to maintain the assigned properties up to company and owner standards.
• Develops operating income/expense budgets and capital budgets that reflect the owner's objectives for operating the property, cash flow requirements and leasing strategy. Prepares this data to be used as an ongoing accounting reporting tool. Further accountability includes administration of budgets, operational review and analysis of corrective action needed. Recommends and implements programs that contribute to center profitability.
• Analyzes and distributes financial statements including operating variances from budget, cash management and strategies for collection of receivables.
• Coordinates collection and documentation of all revenues following lease obligations of residents/tenants and the owner's policy on accounts receivable. Collects delinquent accounts promptly. Communicates with accounting department to ensure accuracy of rent roll and accounts receivable.
• Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing, and prioritizing work duties.
• Works designated schedule and adheres to Sherman Associates attendance policy. Follows grooming and appearance standards, general work rules, and all policies/procedures.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and follows all safety and emergency procedures.
• Attends all required meetings and training sessions, including travel to corporate headquarters as needed.
• Maintains customer service and excellent relations with residents, resident cooperatives, commercial tenants, outside agencies or vendors and organizations.
• Works as a team player and interacts with all internal and external customers in a friendly/efficient manner.
• Keeps management always informed in the areas of:
  • Resident/tenant complaints
  • Suggestions for improvement of property performance
  • Status of vacancies/projected occupancy
  • Cash flow situation
  • Any legal actions
  • Performance of assigned staff
  • Property conditions that could necessitate action by senior leadership.
  • Potential property liabilities or hazards

Supervisory Responsibility

• As applicable, supervises, coaches, directs, trains, and evaluates staff; Prepares and conducts employee reviews and completes timecard approvals.
• Responsible for carrying out all recruitment and hiring efforts in partnership with human resources and management.
• Supervises on-site maintenance, if utilized at assigned properties. Develops specifications and continually evaluates service needs and performance in all areas of maintenance and management. Forecasts and manages replacement of major capital expense items including HVAC system, roof systems, parking lot surfaces, etc.

Minimum Requirements

• 2-5 years of industry experience within residential real estate; or an equivalent number of years of education and real estate management experience.
• CRM, CAM, COS, or other related professional certification preferred.
• Proven track record of success in overseeing a portfolio of 100+ residential units strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills; Ability to communicate effectively with community tenants, vendors/external parties, and across corporate divisions.
• Knowledge of RealPage or other related property management software (Yardi, Lead2Lease, OneSite Accounting, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Understanding of Affordable Housing Programs (HUD/MFHA Programs) strongly preferred.
• As applicable, must possess a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle with insurance and safe DMV driving record.
• A passion for the mission, vision, and values of Sherman Associates.
• Office hours may vary due to the specific needs of the portfolio.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Exposed to ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment found in a typical office environment; quiet to moderate noise level.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand at a desk for up to 8-hours per day. Walking and standing are required the rest of the working day. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.
• Must have the ability to move around freely throughout the property and office, and necessity varies from day to day.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.

Additional Screening Requirements

• Must successfully meet criminal background screening requirements for position, including MN statute 299C.67 to 299C.71 (Kari Koskinen Background)

Compensation And Benefits

Pay Range: $85-95k annually. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position; including experience, skills, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid short term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Additional supplemental insurance policies including: Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness; Hospital Indemnity; Long-Term Disability; Pet insurance
• Employer-paid employee assistance program
• Fully vested 401k company match program
• 9 Paid holidays and competitive PTO program
• Sherman Associates' Starbucks and Hotel discounts

Sherman Associates is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply.

This job advertisement is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

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