Property Manager - Chicago Heights, IL

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. We are seeking an experienced Property Manager to join our team and help us carry out our vision. The candidate must be team oriented with experience in affordable housing, residential property management. The candidate must excel in providing superior customer service to residents.This is a great opportunity to expand your career within property management and make a difference in people's lives. Position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following.

• 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 daily.
• 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 (Hispanic Housing Development Corporation) corporate staff are properly notified.
• Other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma (minimum). College degree in Urban Planning, Business, or related field preferred.
• 6+ 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 and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).
• Must have or be able to obtain within 6 months an AMP Leasing Certificate if required by the state.
• Must have/obtain HUD Certifications and/or Tax Credit as required by affordable housing program of property.
• 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) may be required depending on resident demographic needs.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle, insurance, and safe driving record.
• Must be willing to travel to various locations if needed.

Principals only -- No Recruiters Competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacations & holidays EOE