Job Snapshot
Job Description
Cambridge Management is seeking an Assistant Manager who has knowledge of project-based Section 8 or LIHTC programs. The Assistant Manager should maintain property rentals by advertising and filling vacancies; negotiation and enforcing leases; maintain and secure premises; as well as, knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and all other laws pertaining to apartments. In addition, the Assistant Manager is directly responsible for maintaining daily, weekly, and monthly reports including accurate reporting of rents and deposits received. In the Community Manager’s absence, the Assistant Manager will assume all responsibilities associated with accomplishing Community objectives as set forth by the Regional/Area Manager.
Position Responsibilities
FINANCIAL
- Maintains accurate resident records. Updates on a daily basis all rents, deposits and application fees, and other income received by residents. Issue appropriate notices when necessary (e.g., late payments, eviction notices, returned check memos).
- Deposits all receipts prior to bank close each day.
- At the direction of the Community Manager, places orders for goods and services, tracks receipt of goods and performance of services, and processes invoice s for payment
RESIDENT RELATIONS
- Maintains positive customer relations attitude.
- Physically inspect s Community when on grounds, picks up litter and reports any service needs to maintenance staff. Will also inspect move-outs and vacancies when requested.
MARKETING
- Must be knowledgeable of all phases of leasing and resident retention.
- Works with lease renewals and re-certifications each month.
- Greets prospective clients, shows Community and performs leasing duties as needed.
- Answers and handles incoming phone calls from prospective new residents, current residents, vendor/suppliers, etc.
- Maintains awareness of local market conditions and trends. Contributes ideas to the Community Manager for marketing Community and improving resident satisfaction.
ADMINISTRATIVE
- Updates required reports concerning move-out notices, activity, etc. on a daily basis and provides information to the Community Manager.
- Organizes and files all applicable reports, leases and paperwork.
- Proof reads all lease paperwork and process move-ins and move-outs.
- Process all security deposit move-out reports.
- Accepts service requests from residents and routes to maintenance for prompt processing. Conducts service follow-up calls with resident when work is completed.
- Ensure all recertification paperwork is completed timely.
Job Requirements
Required Skills and Abilities
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must have a valid State Driver’s License
- Knowledge of state and local landlord/tenant laws and applicable building codes
- Ability to manage multiple high priorities at once
- Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written
- Must have strong computer experience in MS Word, Excel and Outlook; AMSI, Yardi or RealPage experience a plus.
- Flexible demeanor and positive attitude
- Ability to work evenings, overtime, holidays and weekends, as needed
- Must be thorough, reliable, responsible, honest, organized, flexible and service-oriented
- Excellent customer service and leadership skills
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background, credit, DMV and drug screen
Required Education & Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience in property management
- Minimum one (1) year experience HUD/Tax Credit.Section 8 preferred
Compensation/Benefits
- Benefits package includes Short- Term and Long-Term disability, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental and Vision, 401K with employer match available, PTO includes 7 paid holidays, paid vacation/sick leave.
#CB
Location Mobley Park Apartments EOE Statement Cambridge Management is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
To maintain accurate data and to ensure our compliance with EEOC regulations, we request that you fill in the sections on the form that apply to you. This information is being requested on a voluntary basis and will not be shared with hiring managers. You will not be subject to adverse treatment by providing the information or by failing to provide this information.
Cambridge Management, Inc.
Cambridge Management, Inc. was founded in 1987 to provide quality management for affordable housing communities. These affordable communities provide homes for those with limited incomes, including senior citizens and people with disabilities. Today, Cambridge Management, Inc. has grown to a team of approximately 380 employees managing 134 communities and 11,085 apartment homes. The portfolio includes garden-style and midrise communities that range in size from 6 to 400 units. Cambridge currently manages communities in Washington, California, Hawaii, South Dakota, Florida, Louisiana and Georgia. Cambridge is headquartered in Tacoma, Washington with a regional office in Clearwater, Florida.