Community Manager - 5725

Guardian Real Estate Services LLC•Tucson, AZ

21d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Guardian Real Estate Services is hiring a full-time Community Manager for Marist on Cathedral, an 83-unit affordable (LIHTC) apartment community in Tucson, Arizona. The Community Manager oversees property operations to meet ownership goals, enforce company policies, and comply with Fair Housing, landlord-tenant, and other applicable laws and affordable-housing program requirements. The role supervises property staff and vendors, supports resident service, property upkeep, financial performance, leasing, and regulatory compliance, and ensures required reports and paperwork are completed accurately and on time. The position works 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 or 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $23–$25 per hour, depending on experience, and the role is eligible for a bonus. The Community Manager reports to the Regional Property Manager and works with corporate departments, residents, vendors, and site staff. Guardian describes a collaborative workplace with training and opportunities for professional growth.

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) or a relevant industry.
At least one year of prior supervisory experience.
Strong understanding of and willingness to enforce Arizona Fair Housing and 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, with willingness to learn new programs as needed.
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 set deadlines and attend other required training sessions.

Nice To Haves

Specific knowledge of LIHTC program requirements is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Represent Guardian positively and professionally and coordinate the company's property-management obligations.
Manage property operations in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and applicable affordable-housing program requirements.
Assist the Regional Property Manager in developing operating income and expense budgets and capital budgets aligned with owner objectives, cash-flow needs, and leasing strategy.
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.
Collect and document revenue in accordance with tenant lease obligations and company accounts-receivable policies.
Maintain confidentiality of resident, property, owner, and company information.
Direct daily activities of property staff; participate in hiring, discharge, performance evaluation, coaching, and discipline with guidance from the Regional Property Manager and Corporate HR.
Record and approve time records in accordance with company timekeeping guidelines.
Administer leasing activities, including reviewing tenant billings and lease clauses, preparing vacancy reports, enforcing tenant compliance, and performing landlord obligations.
Identify leasing prospects and occasionally respond to routine leasing inquiries.
Collect delinquent accounts in accordance with legal requirements and coordinate with accounting to maintain 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 and other departments.
Prepare and lead site staff meetings, including monthly safety meetings, and submit meeting minutes to the corporate office.
Seek improvements to processes and results to better meet resident needs, ownership objectives, and company standards.
Perform other duties assigned by the Regional Property Manager.