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Area Manager

Arboreal ManagementSpokane, WA
Hybrid

About The Position

Arboreal Management, the property management arm of Great Expectations, is seeking an experienced Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of affordable housing communities across the Pacific Northwest. This role serves as the operational and financial leader for a defined group of properties, managing a team of on-site Property/Portfolio Managers and ensuring each community meets occupancy, compliance, and budget targets. The Area Manager reports to the Regional Manager and plays a critical role in translating regional strategy into site-level execution.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of property management experience, including at least 2 years in a multi-site or area/regional oversight capacity
  • Direct experience managing affordable housing properties (LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, or similar compliance programs) — required, not preferred
  • Property management accounting experience (budgeting, variance reporting, P&L ownership) — required
  • Proven track record managing and developing property-level management staff
  • Proficiency with property management software (AppFolio preferred)
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly across the assigned portfolio

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with LIHTC compliance specifically (as opposed to Section 8 only, or vice versa)
  • Certification such as CPM, ARM, or COS
  • Experience operating in a PE-backed or investment-owned portfolio environment

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day operations across [X] properties / [X] units within an assigned geographic area
  • Directly manage and develop a team of Property Managers/Portfolio Managers, including hiring, coaching, and performance management
  • Own financial performance for the portfolio: budget preparation, variance analysis, and expense control
  • Ensure compliance with affordable housing program requirements (LIHTC, Section 8, HUD, or applicable state/local programs)
  • Monitor occupancy, leasing velocity, and renewal performance across the portfolio; implement corrective action plans as needed
  • Conduct regular property inspections and audits to ensure physical asset standards and life-safety compliance
  • Partner with maintenance leadership to ensure capital projects and unit turns stay on schedule and on budget
  • Serve as an escalation point for resident and staff issues that on-site teams cannot resolve independently
  • Report portfolio performance to the Regional Manager and senior leadership on a regular cadence

Benefits

  • Highly competitive salary based on experience
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • 401(k)
  • Ongoing professional development and career advancement

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