Regional Manager - Multifamily Property Management

Fairfield Residential Company LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays and sick days

Matched 401(k)

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Fairfield Residential is seeking a Regional Manager to oversee multifamily communities across a designated region, improving financial performance, resident satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. Travel throughout the region is required, with weekly visits to each community and occasional travel outside the region for special assignments.

You will mentor on-site teams, manage budgets, and drive strategies to enhance value and retention, while ensuring compliance with HUD Section 8 and tax

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive multifamily property management experience.
• Experience with Tax Credit Compliance, EIV, and HUD Section 8 subsidy programs.
• Experience with New Build Lease Up.
• Experience with Resyndication / Redevelopment multi-site management preferred.
• Experience leading a team and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor community managers to meet goals and standards.
• Partner with on-site teams to manage budgets and control expenses.
• Drive resident retention through engagement and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with HUD, tax credit, and fair housing regulations.
• Analyze market trends and support strategy for competitive positioning.

Skills

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Team development

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

CAM or CPM certification preferred

Real Estate License preferred

Valid driver’s license required

Tools

Yardi

Property management software

Job description

About Fairfield

If you're driven and seek a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, Fairfield might be the place for you. As a leader in the multifamily housing industry, we're passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. As we continue to grow, we're dedicated to investing in our people. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger. Come build your future with us!

About the Role

The Regional Manager oversees multifamily community operations within their designated region, driving financial performance, resident satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures alignment with company goals by optimizing processes, managing community engagement, and supporting on-site teams to deliver a seamless resident experience. The position requires expertise in compliance, budgeting, and multi-site management, along with strong leadership skills to guide a diverse team. The role requires frequent travel within the region to perform all of the responsibilities described below, including weekly visits to each community, and may occasionally require travel outside the assigned region for special assignments.

What You'll Do

Below is a snapshot of what this role is all about. While there is more to it, this is the core focus.

• Lead and Inspire: Mentor and develop community managers, setting high standards for team collaboration, goal setting, and achieving consistent results.
• Maximize Performance: Partner with on-site teams to manage budgets, optimize expenses, and ensure properties perform at their peak.
• Enhance Resident Experience: Drive resident retention and satisfaction through thoughtful engagement strategies and timely issue resolution.
• Ensure Compliance: Work closely with the compliance team to maintain and exceed regulatory standards, including HUD Section 8 and tax credit requirements.
• Drive Strategy: Analyze market trends, support marketing initiatives, and make strategic decisions to enhance community value and competitive positioning.

Why You'll Love Fairfield

We're all about creating communities that people are proud to call home. Being a part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career with personal growth. It’s a partnership, working alongside colleagues in an open-dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. We know that our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we’re proud to reflect that in our culture. Driven by Vision: We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us. Career Growth & Learning: Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers and inspire them to create change for the better. Culture of Collaboration: Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact.

What You’ll Need

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• CAM or CPM certification preferred
• Real Estate License preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
• One or more of the following designations strongly preferred:
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) designation preferred
• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation preferred
• Certified Credit Compliance Professional (C3P) designation preferred

Experience

• Minimum of five years of progressive multifamily property management experience
• Experience with Tax Credit Compliance, EIV, and HUD Section 8 subsidy programs required
• Experience with New Build Lease Up required
• Experience with Resyndication / Redevelopment Multi-site management experience preferred
• Experience in a leadership position and proven ability to develop and manage a successful team
• Experience using Yardi or other related property management accounting software
• Experience in writing and maintaining budgets
• Prior experience preparing for a REAC inspection, as needed for HUD properties
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of financial statements (budget, financial reports, P&L statement, general ledger, etc.)
• Strong understanding of federal, state and local fair housing laws and provisions
• Ability to read and understand regulatory agreements
• Knowledge of REAC and MOR compliance
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong knowledge of Yardi or other property management accounting software
• Strong math and accounting skills
• Strong typing skills
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• Superior customer service skills including the ability to manage difficult customers and/or situations
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership and management skills; ability to direct a team
• Strong adherence to ethical standards including, but not limited to, the ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain fiduciary responsibility
• Ability to set, manage and meet goals and deadlines on a consistent basis
• Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Detail oriented; ability to manage conflicting priorities and to adjust priorities on a daily basis
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule to include weekends, evenings, and holidays

Estimated Rate of Pay

Estimated Rate of Pay: $121,043.48 - $157,356.52

This position is exempt; the range above reflects annual salary.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity.

Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds.

This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any).

• Paid time off
• paid holidays and sick days
• paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
• Matched 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance

In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements:

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package. Careers are made at Fairfield- We are committed to developing our staff through our robust in-person, online and social training. Promotions from within are encouraged. Environmentally Aware- Fairfield leads the industry through our Living Green Program and our LEED Certified communities. Award Winning- Fairfield is recognized for our customer service, training and professionalism. Are you interested in work made meaningful? We support residents living well, a workplace culture that is friendly, fun, collaborative and one that encourages success.

At Fairfield, we are proud to be a leader in the multifamily housing industry. We are passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. Among the most experienced multifamily companies, Fairfield has developed and acquired over 1,000 communities since 1985. We are an award-winning company that proudly employs over 1,500 associates who are dedicated to serving our customers at our apartment communities located in over 35 markets nationwide.

If you meet the minimum requirements and have a strong customer focused attitude, you are encouraged to submit your resume.