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Home is the foundation for everything in life. Since 1971, our model has been about supporting residents in finding stability and achieving their goals. It’s why we’re more than housing—we combine quality affordable homes with our on-site Advantage Services—because we believe that all people can thrive with the right support and opportunities. Today, over 13,000 people—families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities and other barriers—call a CommonBond community “home.”  Our core values are Respect, Integrity, Partnership, Innovation, and Excellence. We live these values and look for people who embody them to represent our organization in the community. If this sounds like you, please consider joining our team.  

Why CommonBond Communities?

• Work-life balance
• Employee referral program
• Benefits based on eligibility: Health insurance, Dental, Vision, PTO, Sick Time, Floating Holiday, Employer matching, 401(k), STD/ LTD, Life insurance, and a variety of employee-paid benefit options
• A respectful and growth-oriented workplace
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• A chance to make a difference in the community!
• Ongoing training and professional development
  
  

Salary Range: $58,200 - $64,200 Per Year

This position is eligible to receive quarterly incentive bonuses based on property management metric performance and other job-related performance factors.

CommonBond Communities invites qualified applicants to apply for the Property Manager position at our Whitney Grove Townhomes and Fairfield Terrace properties in Apple Valley and Lakeville, Minnesota.  The position oversees 80 units in total.  The primary responsibility of the Property Manager is to oversee the day-to-day operations of the property, ensuring it remains safe, well-maintained, and compliant with both federal and state regulations regarding affordable housing programs.

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ASSOCIATED TASKS

Compliance

• Ensures compliance with state, federal, and local laws.
• Comply with all city requirements and submit monthly reporting.
• Stay abreast of any changes in fair housing.

Leadership 

• Develops and maintains professional relationships with residents, the community, and owners/owner boards.
• Maintains customer service and excellent relations with residents, resident cooperatives, outside agencies, and organizations.
• Walks property at regular intervals to ensure resident property rules are being followed and that the property is clean and orderly and in good maintenance condition
• Confers with maintenance technicians concerning deferred maintenance, the operational budget, staff problems, and overall maintenance-related issues.
• Supervises, directs, trains, and evaluates staff. Prepares yearly employee reviews 
• Directs assistant manager in collections.

Financial

• Meets Company benchmarks for occupancy, rent collections, and timely compliance paperwork.
• Operates property within budgeted income and expense guidelines.
• Obtains bids and supervises capital or contract service.
• Assists or prepares the annual budget for the property.
• Reviews and codes all invoices for payment.
• Tracks and evaluates utility costs.
• Print monthly reports concerning lease expiration dates and calculating rent increases.
• Enter all data into YARDI.

Property Management

• Maintains accurate waiting list. Select and screen new residents.
• Reports to regional manager and/or vice president of property management before hiring, terminating, or making wage or position adjustments of on-site personnel. Authorizes staff payroll. 
• Works on the last day and first day of each month until responsibilities are completed.
• Leases apartments; implements and maintains effective advertising and marketing plan.
• Obtains bids and supervises capital or contract service.
• Meets all corporate designated deadlines.
• Implements staff, program, and/or site improvements contained in budget and OPM.
• Implemented procedures as outlined in the Red Book. (Emergency procedures manual)
• Supervises and purchases janitorial, maintenance, and office supplies.
• Keeps regional manager informed on operational and financial details. 
• Implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to meet predetermined vacancy standards.
• Shows apartments.
• Prepares monthly newsletter for the entire complex.
• Plans and coordinates resident activities.
• Plans and coordinates model apartments.
• Hold regular Crime Watch meetings.

Resident Services (for Core Site properties)

• Collaborate with residents to maintain lease compliance and housing stability
• Plan and coordinate community-building opportunities for residents
• Provide essential supportive services to residents, including:
• Resources and referrals for Lease education
• Individualized assistance, as necessary rec: max

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of government subsidy programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Excel.
• Two years experience in property management, leasing, and staff supervision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong marketing and leasing skills.
• Strong motivational skills.
• Ability to self-direct.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks.
• Proficient office skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Willingness to coordinate resident activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent collection skills.
• Proficient on the computer.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding and consistent use of YARDI software and EZ Labor.
• Excellent accounting skills.
• Typing speeds of 40 to 50 wpm.
• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of the Affordable Housing Program.
• Basic knowledge of apartment maintenance and construction. 
• Commitment to property performance.

EDUCATION

• Associate degree or equivalent to two years experience in property management, business, or real estate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours at a time.
• Ability to type.
• Walking and stair climbing.
• Smoke-free work environment
• Quiet to moderate noise level.
• Overtime as necessary.
• Showing of apartments or walking property in adverse weather conditions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Smoke-free environment.
• Moderate noise level.