Senior Property Manager

Jobot; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k with company match

PTO & sick leave

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Jobot, based in Yonkers, NY, is seeking an experienced Senior Property Manager to oversee a portfolio of affordable housing communities in Westchester County. The role focuses on operations, regulatory compliance, resident relations, and financial performance across LIHTC, HUD, and Section 8 programs.

You will lead multi-site teams, optimize occupancy, manage budgets, and drive asset value while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressive property management experience.
• 5+ years managing affordable housing portfolios.
• Strong experience with LIHTC, HUD, Project-Based Section 8, Housing Choice Voucher programs.
• Multi-site portfolio management experience preferred.
• Experience leading and developing property management teams.
• Extensive knowledge of affordable housing regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to improve occupancy, collections, and resident retention.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of multiple affordable housing communities.
• Ensure properties meet regulatory standards and are well-maintained.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize occupancy and asset performance.
• Conduct inspections and resolve maintenance, safety, and resident concerns.
• Manage vendor relationships and service contracts.
• Ensure full compliance with LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, HOME, Rural Development and related programs.
• Oversee annual certifications, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets and capital expenditure plans.
• Monitor finances, occupancy trends, and delinquency reports.
• Lead and develop Property Managers and teams; recruit and train staff.
• Foster resident relations and engagement with authorities and stakeholders.
• Oversee capital improvements, renovations, and asset preservation.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Occupancy improvement

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Real Estate/Property Management/Finance

Tools

Yardi

RealPage

OneSite

MRI

Job description

Property Manager with strong affordable housing experience needed in Westchester county!

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking an experienced Senior Property Manager to oversee the operational, financial, regulatory, and resident relations functions of a portfolio of affordable housing communities. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience managing LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and other affordable housing programs while driving occupancy, resident satisfaction, compliance, and financial performance.

Why join us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO & sick leave
• Annual performance bonus

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Property Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple affordable housing communities.
• Ensure properties are maintained to company, ownership, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize occupancy, resident retention, and overall asset performance.
• Conduct regular property inspections and ensure timely resolution of maintenance, safety, and resident concerns.
• Manage vendor relationships and service contracts.

Affordable Housing Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, HOME, Rural Development, and other affordable housing programs.
• Oversee annual certifications, recertifications, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain readiness for state agency, investor, lender, and internal compliance reviews.
• Monitor changes in affordable housing regulations and implement necessary operational updates.
• Collaborate with compliance teams to mitigate risk and ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local requirements.

Financial Management

• Prepare and manage annual operating budgets and capital expenditure plans.
• Analyze monthly financial reports, variances, rent collections, delinquency reports, and occupancy trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve NOI and operational efficiencies.
• Approve expenditures and ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Monitor accounts receivable, bad debt, and collection activities.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop Property Managers, Assistant Property Managers, Leasing Professionals, and Maintenance teams.
• Establish performance expectations and conduct regular evaluations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, customer service, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and training initiatives.

Resident & Community Relations

• Promote exceptional resident experiences through responsive service and resident engagement programs.
• Address escalated resident concerns and conflict resolution matters.
• Build productive relationships with housing authorities, investors, community stakeholders, and ownership groups.
• Represent the organization at community meetings and industry events when appropriate.

Asset Preservation

• Partner with Asset Management and Ownership teams to execute business plans.
• Oversee capital improvement projects, renovations, and unit turns.
• Ensure physical assets are maintained in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support acquisition, transition, and stabilization activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Property Management, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive property management experience.
• 5+ years managing affordable housing portfolios.
• Strong experience with LIHTC, HUD, Project-Based Section 8, Housing Choice Voucher programs, and other affordable housing programs.
• Multi-site portfolio management experience preferred.
• Experience leading and developing property management teams.
• Extensive knowledge of affordable housing regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to improve occupancy, collections, and resident retention.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a portfolio of communities.
• Proficiency with Yardi, RealPage, OneSite, MRI, or similar property management platforms.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.