Senior property manager laurel/juniper

Position Summary:

The Foundation Communities Senior Property Manager is responsible for the daily operations, compliance, and resident engagement across up to three Foundation Communities affordable housing properties. This role ensures each property is well-maintained, financially sound, and in full compliance with housing regulations and funding requirements. The Senior Property Manager leads onsite staff, oversees leasing and maintenance, and fosters welcoming, inclusive communities that reflect the organization’s mission of providing housing stability and opportunity.

Essential Job Functions:

Property Operations & Maintenance

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple properties, including leasing, maintenance, and resident services.
• Ensure timely resolution of work orders and upkeep of units and common areas.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain safety, cleanliness, and curb appeal.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure full compliance with affordable housing regulations, including LIHTC, HUD, and local funding requirements.
• Maintain accurate resident files, income certifications, and documentation for audits and inspections.
• Coordinate with compliance staff to meet reporting deadlines and regulatory standards.

Resident Engagement & Support

• Build positive relationships with residents and respond to concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Collaborate with onsite service teams to connect residents with supportive programs and resources.
• Promote community-building activities and inclusive practices.

Leasing & Occupancy

• Manage leasing activities, including marketing, eligibility screening, and move-in/move-out processes.
• Maintain high occupancy rates and minimize turnover through proactive engagement.
• Ensure fair housing compliance and consistent application of leasing policies.

Financial Oversight

• Monitor rent collections, manage property budgets, and review financial reports.
• Approve vendor invoices and coordinate with accounting for timely payments.
• Address delinquencies and support residents in accessing financial assistance when appropriate.

Staff Supervision

• Hire, train, and supervise onsite staff across multiple properties, including leasing agents, maintenance technicians, and front desk personnel.
• Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and support for professional development.
• Foster a collaborative, mission-driven team culture.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (experience, education, credentials, language):

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• 3+ years of property management experience, ideally in affordable or supportive housing.
• Strong understanding of housing compliance (LIHTC, HUD, Fair Housing).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in property management software (e.g., OneSite).
• Bilingual skills a plus (especially Spanish).

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

CONSTANTLY: Walking or sitting, grasping/gripping, bending/stooping/squatting, finger dexterity, computer input, coordination of hand, eye and foot. FREQUENTLY: Stand and climb stairs, reach above the shoulder, lift 5 - 25 pounds, climb ladders and do push and pull motion. OCCASIONALLY: Reach above the shoulder, lift 5 – 25 pounds, climb ladders, and do push/pull motions.

Compensation:

Starting at 70,000 Annually. This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor. Foundation Communities provides an excellent benefits package including employer paid health benefits, 401(k) investment opportunity, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time. Foundation Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity.