Now Hiring - Residential Property Manager in Pennington, NJ

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced Property Manager to join our growing team!

The Property Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a 72-unit rental apartment community. The ideal candidate is well organized and able to manage tenant issues, while overseeing the performance of office and maintenance staff. Must be available to handle housing issues on a 24/7 basis and respond accordingly.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• B.S. in Business Management or LSW, plus a minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory or management capacity with regard to property management; specifically, in the lease up and management of rental apartments.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of five years’ experience in a supervisory or management capacity with regard to property management; specifically, in the lease up and management of rental apartments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HUD and Section 8 programs.
• Excellent computer skills in the following applications:
• MS Office: Excel, Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint
• Google Suite
• Strong verbal and written communications skill (i.e., letters to tenants, applicants, and management).
• Must be well organized and detail-oriented in management of tenant certification and re-certification processes.
• Ability to successfully multi-task concurrent assignments.
• Ability to utilize sound judgment and conflict management skills.
• Strong time management skills. (i.e. on-time, dependable and consistent).

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in establishing habilitation and transition plans for people with disabilities.
• Understanding of Medicaid and Social Security Programs; and the social services criteria of the Division of Developmental Disabilities.

Position Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Acquiring and maintaining Tax Credit Certification as HCCP; certification fee covered by employer.
• Responsible for all operations at the housing community.
• Facilitate the leasing of all housing units; perform annual tenant certifications; manage tenant requests for maintenance, and maintain all records for housing reports.
• Oversee performance of the Office Manager and Maintenance Technicians assigned to the housing community.
• Keep Regional Property Manager apprised of all issues affecting the property, tenant non-compliance, and large expenditures prior to implementing resolution.
• Manage interactions with the following outside agencies to accomplish lease-up, on-going occupancy, compliance, and recertification:
• HUD
• SHC
• DDD
• Providers
• Suppliers
• Advise and assist tenants with access to HUD, Medicaid/Medicare, Social Security and SSI, and with the resolution of any issues they may have with regard to those programs.
• Prepare HAP Contracts, rental increase documents, SHC contracts and submit to each outside organization for certification and recertification.
• Perform annual Section 8, DDD, HOME and Tax Credit re-certifications
• Complete and submit tenant applications to HUD, HAP, SHC and HOME renewal packages and submit rent increase requests.

About Project Freedom:

Project Freedom is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that develops and operates barrier-free housing to enable individuals with disabilities to live independently. Supportive services such as recreation, training and advocacy are offered.

In addition to being a developer of accessible, affordable housing, Project Freedom also offers supportive services, whereby self-directed people with disabilities empower themselves to live independently in a non-medical environment.

We invite you to learn more about us, our services, campuses, news and events by visiting [please apply online] Freedom is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Property management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location