Property Manager Metro Buckingham (Tax Credit/PSH) Los Angeles
6 days ago
Los Angeles
Job Description Position Summary WSH Management is seeking an outstanding Property Manager for Buckingham Apartments, our 103-unit affordable housing community located in Los Angeles, CA. This position reports directly to the Regional Manager. Property Manager Job Duties The Property Manager oversees all day-to-day property operations, including the completion of weekly and monthly reports, consistent enforcement of community policies, management of accounts receivable and payable, and preparation of the annual operating budget. Our Property Managers are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously. This community consists of 103 tax-credit apartment homes for seniors (62+), including 51 units designated for Permanent Supportive Housing for formerly homeless residents. St. Joseph’s serves as the onsite service provider for these 51 residents, and the Property Manager will work closely with St. Joseph’s staff on a daily basis. All 51 PSH residents are referred through the Department of Mental Health’s Coordinated Entry System (CES). Candidates must have prior experience managing tax-credit and special-needs housing communities. This role also provides direct supervision to the Assistant Manager and Maintenance Technician. Supportive Housing • Partner and interface with on-site Supportive Services Provider for Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program., • Commitment to promoting non-discriminatory integration of Special Needs residents with non-Special Needs residents., • Direct experience working with the Coordinated Entry System (CES) communication process for available PSH unit availability., • Demonstrate ability to understand financial goals, operate asset in owners’ best interest in accordance with Policies & Procedures Manual., • Maintain accurate records of all community transactions and submit on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-in/move-outs, etc.)., • Daily review of property Yardi dashboard., • Review all vacant and available units to ensure timely move ins., • Prepare annual budgets and income projections in a timely and accurate manner., • Ensure that all rents and late fees/check charges are collected, posted and deposited in a timely manner., • Generate necessary legal action, documents and process in accordance with Landlord/Tenant Law, Fair Housing Laws and Company guidelines., • Provide constant vendor/contractor communications concerning scheduling, billing, vendor relations and certificates of insurance., • Ensure property is rented to fullest capacity and lost rent is minimized., • Utilize the Yardi leasing workflow process from initial contract through approval or denial of tenancy, and move in., • Utilize marketing strategies to secure prospective residents., • Confirm that leasing staff techniques are effective in qualifying and securing future residents., • Confirm that leasing staff gather information about market competition in the area and file., • Continually monitor and analyze traffic logs, conversion ratios, budget guidelines, renewal information, marketing data, etc., to be able to give up-to-date and proper information when requested by others., • Prepare and/or implement procedures and systems within company guidelines to ensure orderly, efficient workflow., • Working knowledge of California landlord/tenant law, and common procedures and notices., • Confirm all leases and corresponding paperwork are completed and input to software System accurately and on a timely basis., • Ensure current resident files are properly maintained and in required order., • Ensure all administrative paperwork is accurate, complete and submitted on a timely basis., • Ensure compliance with all applicable affordable housing programs., • Lead emergency team for community. Ensure proper response and handling of all community emergencies with staff, residents, buildings, etc. within company guidelines to minimize liabilities (i.e., criminal activity on community, employee/resident injuries, fires, floods, freezes, etc.)., • Resident Retention, • Conduct quarterly Resident Meetings, • Deal with resident concerns and requests on timely basis to ensure resident satisfaction with management., • Participate in resident social service programs and/or coordinate resident activities program., • Develop and/or implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special promotions, monthly newsletters, etc.)., • Ensure distribution of all company or community-issued notices (i.e., bad weather, emergency, etc.)., • Consistently implement policies of the community., • Consistently use successful techniques and company directives to screen, hire, orient and train new personnel., • Ensure efficiency of staff through ongoing training, instruction, counseling and leadership., • Plan weekly/daily brief meeting with staff to review schedules, work order status and assignments., • Coordinate maintenance schedule and assignments with Maintenance Supervisor., • Administer action plans consistently, and on a timely basis with performance problems. Document appropriately, communicate situation supervisor, Human Resources Director, and terminate properly when necessary., • Provide support to staff to encourage team work and lead as an example in creating a harmonious environment., • Maintain community appearance and ensure repairs are noted and completed on timely basis. This requires regular community inspections and tours., • Assure quality and quantity of market ready apartments., • Ensure that models and market ready apartments are walked daily and communicate any service related needs to maintenance., • Learn and ensure compliance with all company, local, state and federal safety rules., • Ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner., • Ability to make decisions, meet targets and work under pressure., • Strong command of the English language, including proper grammar, spelling, and sentence structure., • Thorough understanding of the English language and ability to communicate effectively with others., • Strong writing and proofreading skills., • Attention to details in all aspects of job performance., • Effectively prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines., • Demonstrated managerial and leadership skills., • Strong communication and negotiating skills; ability to build and maintain strong vendor relationships., • A sense of urgency, comfort with ambiguity, drive for results and ability to remain true to the company’s brand and image., • Demonstrate ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and initiate appropriate course of action., • Effectively convey ideas, images and goals to a diverse group of personalities., • Salary: $28.00 to $30.00 per hour, • 2 Bedroom Apartment to live onsite, • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 401k with employer match, • Paid vacation and 15 paid company holidays While we are proud to offer on-the-job training for all positions, we prefer you to start with the following experience: • Minimum 2-3 years working in programs permanent supportive housing serving homeless or other special needs populations., • Previous Tax Credit Property lease up as a Community Manager. Tax Credit Housing Credit Compliance Professional (HCCP) Designation or equivalent, • Minimum 2-3 years as Community Manager of a stabilized Tax Credit property, • Commitment to affordable Senior Housing, • Supervisory experience, • Property Management software experience (Yardi CheckScan, Yardi PayScan TCAC Files -MI/AR/IR), • College degree preferred., • Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred., • Position requires a minimum of 2 years on-site as an Assistant Community Manager; will consider 3 years supervisory experience in a customer service related business with appropriate certification(s) and/or prior experience as Resident Manager., • Affordable housing experience preferred., • Achieve Fair Housing certification prior to interaction with prospects or residents., • Competence in personal computer skills, keyboard, internet search, math, Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 including Word, Excel, Outlook as well as property management software applications., • Knowledge of OSHA laws and regulations., • Must possess a valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation and current auto insurance coverage as this position may require some driving for company business., • Participate in training to comply with new projects, programs or existing laws., • Be able to work evenings and weekends on call as needed., • Present self in a neat, clean and professional manner at all times throughout the workday and/or whenever present at the community or representing the community. Join a Team That Makes a Difference – WSH Management For over 25 years, WSH Management has been a trusted leader in managing senior and multifamily apartment communities across California. With deep expertise in both affordable and market-rate housing, we proudly manage more than 80 communities and support a team of over 200 dedicated employees — and we’re still growing. At WSH, we believe that great people make great communities. That’s why we invest in our team through comprehensive training, clear growth opportunities, and a workplace culture built on respect and collaboration. We were honored to receive the 2024 Employee Choice Award, and we’re committed to keeping that momentum going. If you're passionate about service, teamwork, and personal development — we’d love to welcome you to our team. WSH Management is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, we are happy to assist. WSH Management is a drug-free workplace. EOE M/F/D/V/SO How to apply If you’re interested in applying for this position, visit our Careers Page at or click “Apply” at the top of this ad.