Property Manager – Public Housing

CMT Services Inc•Temple Hills, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

CMT Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Temporary Property Manager – Public Housing to support the Housing Authority of Prince George's County (HAPGC). The position oversees daily operations of assigned public housing properties, ensures compliance with housing regulations, coordinates maintenance, and provides service to residents. The role requires experience in residential property management, public housing operations, HUD regulations, tenant relations, and property compliance, as well as strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills. This is an onsite position in District Heights, Maryland, with no telework option at this time. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The contract is expected to last 3–6 months, with a possible extension.

Requirements

Experience in residential property management, preferably within public housing, affordable housing, or federally assisted housing programs.
Knowledge of HUD regulations, Low-Income Public Housing (LIPH), and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) programs.
Understanding of Fair Housing laws, ADA compliance, and landlord-tenant regulations.
Experience with tenant recertifications, income verification, occupancy management, and lease administration.
Familiarity with HUD's Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) system.
Experience using property management software such as Yardi, Elite, RealPage, or OneSite.
Strong financial management skills, including rent collection, budget monitoring, and financial reporting.
Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare documentation for compliance reviews and audits.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to resolve resident concerns professionally and effectively.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple responsibilities.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations, including elderly residents, individuals with disabilities, and low-income families.
Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Ability to travel between assigned properties as needed, potentially using a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Public Housing Manager (PHM) certification.
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) certification.
Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) certification.
Certified Property Manager (CPM) certification.
Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) certification.
Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of assigned public housing properties.
Ensure compliance with HUD regulations, Fair Housing laws, ADA requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local housing regulations.
Manage tenant relations, resident concerns, lease compliance, and conflict resolution.
Coordinate annual recertifications, interim income adjustments, and tenant eligibility verification.
Maintain accurate tenant files, occupancy records, financial reports, and compliance documentation.
Monitor rent collections, delinquent accounts, operating budgets, and financial records.
Coordinate property inspections in accordance with applicable HUD inspection standards, including REAC, UPCS, and NSPIRE.
Oversee maintenance requests, preventive maintenance schedules, and unit turnover activities.
Work with maintenance personnel, contractors, and vendors to ensure properties remain safe and properly maintained.
Assist with property audits, compliance reviews, and required reporting.
Respond to emergency maintenance issues and resident concerns as needed.
Communicate effectively with residents, staff, vendors, and Housing Authority leadership.
Perform additional property management duties as assigned.