Community Manager - 5705

Guardian Real Estate Services•Lebanon, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Guardian Management is hiring a Community Manager for Park Manor, a 40-unit affordable LIHTC/HUD apartment community in Lebanon, Oregon. The manager is responsible for meeting ownership goals, following company policies and procedures, and complying with Fair Housing, landlord-tenant, and other applicable laws and program requirements. The role oversees property operations and staff, supports residents, vendors, maintenance, finances, leasing, and required documentation and reporting. The position calls for a self-starting, organized, professional, and communicative person who can work in a fast-paced office environment and has general knowledge of affordable property management. Specific LIHTC program knowledge is strongly preferred. The schedule is 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation is $26–$27 per hour, depending on experience, with bonus potential. Guardian describes a collaborative culture that encourages employees to learn new skills and build on existing strengths, with training and opportunities for career advancement. The company is an equal opportunity provider and employer and states a commitment to environmentally sustainable business practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience managing a multifamily community.
At least one year of experience working in affordable housing (LIHTC/HUD) or a relevant industry.
At least one year of prior supervisory experience.
Strong understanding of and willingness to enforce Fair Housing and Oregon landlord-tenant laws.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Strong mathematical skills and a basic understanding of property budgets.
Basic technology, internet, and general computer skills, and willingness to learn new programs.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Ability to communicate effectively and promptly, verbally and in writing.
Ability to complete required company training within specified deadlines and attend other required training sessions.
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Specific knowledge of LIHTC program requirements is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Represent Guardian in a positive and professional manner and coordinate the company’s efforts to meet property management obligations.
Manage property operations in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and applicable affordable housing program requirements.
Assist with developing operating income and expense budgets and capital budgets under the direction of the Regional Property Manager.
Analyze and report monthly financial statements, budget variances, cash management, and receivables collection strategies.
Administer budgets, review operations, and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency, resident and owner satisfaction, and profitability.
Complete resident income certifications and recertifications accurately and on time.
Coordinate collection and documentation of property revenue in accordance with lease obligations and company policies.
Maintain confidentiality of resident, property, owner, and company information.
Direct day-to-day activities of property staff; support hiring, discharge, performance evaluation, coaching, and discipline with direction from the Regional Property Manager and Corporate HR.
Record time worked and follow timekeeping guidelines, including daily approval of site staff time records.
Administer leasing efforts, including tenant billings, lease clause review, vacancy reports, tenant compliance, and landlord obligations.
Identify leasing prospects and respond occasionally to routine leasing inquiries.
Collect delinquent accounts within legal guidelines and coordinate with accounting to ensure accurate rent rolls and receivables.
Work with the Regional Property Manager to identify, engage, and supervise vendors.
Approve invoices for goods and services needed to maintain the property in accordance with company and owner standards and the property budget.
Coordinate with corporate departments and maintain collaborative working relationships with coworkers.
Prepare and lead site staff meetings, including monthly safety meetings, and submit meeting minutes to the corporate office.
Seek improvements to work processes and results to better meet resident needs, ownership goals, and company standards.
Perform other duties assigned by the Regional Property Manager.