Traveling Community Manager – Multi-Site Housing

Guardian Real Estate Services LLC; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Real Estate Services is seeking a Roving Community Manager to travel among affordable properties in Multnomah, Yamhill, Clackamas, Washington and Columbia counties in Oregon. This full-time role oversees staff, ensures compliance with housing laws, and delivers superior resident services.

The position requires knowledge of affordable housing operations, strong budgeting skills, and excellent communication. Travel is 4–5 days per week to project sites across Oregon.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of experience managing a multi-family community.
• 1+ year of experience in affordable housing (HUD, RD, or Tax Credit).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong math skills and budgeting knowledge.
• Ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner.
• Able to travel to projects in/around Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Represent Guardian professionally at all times.
• Coordinate operations to meet property management obligations.
• Manage operations in compliance with laws (Fair Housing, Landlord Tenant Laws).
• Assist in development of operating income/expense budgets and leasing strategy.
• Analyze monthly financial statements and variances.
• Administer budgets and optimize efficiency and resident satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with affordable program requirements.
• Complete resident income certifications and recertifications.
• Coordinate revenue collection and accounts receivable.
• Direct day-to-day activities of other property staff.
• Record time worked and approve time records daily.
• Lead leasing efforts, review tenant billings, and prepare reports.
• Identify leasing prospects and respond to inquiries.
• Oversee vendors and approve invoices.
• Maintain collaboration across departments and lead site meetings.
• Drive process improvements to meet ownership goals.
• Other duties as assigned by Portfolio Manager.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance; inspect property and vacant units.
• Maintain records of property systems and bid improvements as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Financial acumen

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Recruitment software

Timekeeping software

Job description

Guardian Real Estate Services is seeking a Roving Community Manager to travel among affordable properties in Multnomah, Yamhill, Clackamas, Washington and Columbia counties in Oregon. This full-time role oversees staff, ensures compliance with housing laws, and delivers superior resident services.

The position requires knowledge of affordable housing operations, strong budgeting skills, and excellent communication. Travel is 4–5 days per week to project sites across Oregon.