Regional Manager

Conifer Realty LLC; Frederick (MD); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holidays, PTO, volunteer days, and par

Health, dental, vision, HSA & flex

Retirement plan with company match

Wellness program and incentives

Life, disability insurance

Job summary

Conifer Realty LLC in Frederick, MD is seeking a Regional Manager to lead teams across affordable housing properties, ensure compliance, and strengthen resident communities. You’ll manage a regional portfolio and mentor Community Managers to deliver results aligned with Conifer’s mission.

Candidates need 5+ years in affordable housing management (LIHTC/Section 8/HUD), 2+ years of supervision, and solid budgeting/financial reporting skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of affordable housing management experience, including LIHTC, Section 8, or HUD compliance.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience with training, performance management, and staffing.
• Knowledge of budgets, NOI, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Yardi Voyager experience preferred.
• Certifications such as COS, LIHTC, or STAR preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred; high school diploma/GED required.
• Flexibility for regional travel for site visits, inspections, and meetings.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion operational excellence – drive property performance, compliance, and resident satisfaction across your portfolio.
• Lead and mentor – support, coach, and develop Community Managers to foster engagement and accountability.
• Collaborate strategically – partner with Property Management, Facilities, and Asset Management on budgets, goals, and growth.
• Drive compliance – ensure readiness for LIHTC, HUD, and other agency inspections, while maintaining regulatory excellence.
• Enhance performance – monitor KPIs including occupancy, collections, and NOI to ensure sustained success.
• Promote teamwork and training – lead performance reviews, business plan preparation, and staff development initiatives.
• Build relationships – engage with agencies, investors, and internal departments to strengthen collaboration and transparency.

Skills

LIHTC compliance

HUD compliance

Staff supervision

Budgets & NOI

Financial reporting

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Regional Manager

Frederick, MD

Conifer Realty

Description

Regional Manager – Affordable Housing | Frederick, Maryland

Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:30 - 5:00 | Hybrid + Regional Travel

Lead Teams. Strengthen Communities. Shape Success.

At Conifer Realty, being a Regional Manager means more than overseeing properties — it’s about leading teams that create thriving, affordable housing communities where residents feel safe, supported, and proud to live. You’ll manage a regional portfolio, drive operational excellence, and mentor property leaders to deliver results that reflect Conifer’s mission and values.

If you’re a proven housing leader with a passion for people, compliance, and performance, this is your opportunity to make an impact that transforms communities and careers alike.

What You Bring as a Regional Manager

You’re a strong communicator and a strategic thinker who leads with purpose. You bring:

• 5+ years of affordable housing management experience, including LIHTC, Section 8, or HUD compliance.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience with training, performance management, and staffing.
• Knowledge of budgets, NOI, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Yardi Voyager experience preferred.
• Certifications such as COS, LIHTC, or STAR preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred; high school diploma/GED required.
• Flexibility for regional travel for site visits, inspections, and meetings.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Every day, you’ll ensure our communities and teams thrive:

• Champion operational excellence – drive property performance, compliance, and resident satisfaction across your portfolio.
• Lead and mentor – support, coach, and develop Community Managers to foster engagement and accountability.
• Collaborate strategically – partner with Property Management, Facilities, and Asset Management on budgets, goals, and growth.
• Drive compliance – ensure readiness for LIHTC, HUD, and other agency inspections, while maintaining regulatory excellence.
• Enhance performance – monitor KPIs including occupancy, collections, and NOI to ensure sustained success.
• Promote teamwork and training – lead performance reviews, business plan preparation, and staff development initiatives.
• Build relationships – engage with agencies, investors, and internal departments to strengthen collaboration and transparency.

Why Conifer?

Our employees say the most rewarding part of working here is the impact, seeing the direct difference their work makes in people's lives.

Along with purpose, you'll also enjoy:

• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
• Retirement plans with company match
• Incentive-driven wellness program - earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
• Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
• Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact

About Conifer Realty

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Requirements

Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections.

When required, weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities.

Employees are expected to support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours.

Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.