Property Manager

At Hispanic Housing our vision is to provide affordable housing that people are proud to call home. In creating quality housing, a safe and stable environment, and by providing superior customer service, we help create part of the foundation that enables people to make a better life for themselves, their families, their neighbors, and communities.

The property manager is responsible for all day-to-day operations including maintaining the properties, tenant relations, marketing and leasing, contract administration and financial management as well as assisting with long-term planning at the property. The Property Manager will be expected to complete all management duties in a professional and timely manner and maintain the property to the highest industry standards. This individual oversees the supervision of on-site personnel located in Chicago, IL. 

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Maintaining the Physical Asset 
• Works closely with Maintenance Supervisor to monitor & schedule maintenance work (i.e. work orders, repairs, etc.) and ensure their timely completion. 
• Approves rotating schedule of personnel for emergency maintenance. 
• Conducts follow-up inspections of maintenance work and surveys resident satisfaction. 
• Inspects site grounds and common hallways on a daily basis. 
• Monitors and approves make-ready status of vacant apartments. 
• Monitors/assists in yearly unit and site inspections. 
• Recommends expenditures within budget allocations for physical repairs, replacement, and/or major improvements. 
• Evaluates maintenance operations to determine efficiencies or areas cost saving potential. 
• Ensures any construction-related problems are corrected. 
• Ensures emergencies are handled promptly and HHDC corporate staff are properly notified.
• Safety and Security
• Marketing and Leasing
• Resident and Community Relations 
• Acts as a liaison and advocate on behalf of the residents to public and private agencies.
• Financial Reporting and Control  
• Staff Management
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma (minimum). College degree in Urban Planning, Business or related field preferred.  
• 5 years property management experience in a not-for-profit and/or real estate development, construction, or Property Management company required; must also have previous experience in managing affordable housing Section 8, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and or public housing. 
• Must have or be able to obtain within 6 months an AMP Leasing Certificate if required by state. 
• Must have, or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire, applicable certifications by type of affordable housing program of property:  Public Housing Management Certification, Senior Housing Management Certification, RAD PBV Management Certification, and/or LIHTC Certification. 
• Must have to be able to obtain within 6 months of hire a UPCS Inspections Certification.  
• Knowledge of fair housing regulations. 
• Must have/obtain IREM Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) designation. 
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group of personalities. 
• Computer literacy required; including working knowledge of MS Office Suite and property management software/systems preferred. 
• Basic math, strong attention to detail and high organizational skills are required. 
• Demonstrated strong time management and supervisory skills. 
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to inspire, motivate and lead staff. 
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is  required depending on resident demographic needs. 
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle, insurance and good driving record. 
• Proof of COVID vaccination or medical/religious exemption will be required.

Compensation package includes salary based on experience, health, vision, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and more.

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 EOE