INHS
Founded in 1976, INHS is a mission-driven organization dedicated to expanding access to affordable housing opportunities throughout its seven-county service area in the scenic Finger Lakes and Southern Tier in New York. INHS is a nationally recognized private non-profit organization known for its ability to provide high-quality, safe, and sustainable affordable housing to low-to-moderate income households.
INHS offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, great benefits, and professional development opportunities.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Senior Property Manager is responsible for overseeing assigned properties and providing senior-level guidance and mentoring to Property Managers in the Ithaca Office. The Senior Property Manager will assist in meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in the Ithaca portfolio. Specifically, higher occupancy, increased rent collection and expedited lease-up of key properties to maximize revenue potential to INHS. The Senior Property Manager works under the direct supervision of the Director of Property Management.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Property Management
- Serve as mentor to Ithaca-based staff in: the efficient management of their properties; rental collection and delinquencies; overall unit lease-up timeline and processes; eviction proceedings
- Oversee property management at Founders Way, Cedar Creek Housing, and Henry Saint John Building
- Facilitate all applicant appeals, resident questions and inquiries.
Financial/Asset Management
- Monitor monthly KPIs, driving positive outcomes for the department/business line;
- Assist in developing property improvement plans for Ithaca portfolio;
- Assist with annual budget preparation;
- Assist with preparation of capital plans for all properties;
- Ensure compliance with required property insurance coverage;
- Work with Director to monitor project income and spending to ensure properties are performing financially to ensure positive cash flow; mentor staff when appropriate.
Reporting
- Collaborate with Compliance Manager to submit financial reporting to investor and compliance agencies monthly and quarterly.
- Assist with annual online reporting requirements for LIHTC properties.
General Management
- Cultivate and establish good working relationships with all outside vendors and service providers;
- Coordinate with other agencies whenever necessary;
- Participate with staff in fair housing, rental management, and available housing services trainings;
- Mentor and train, when appropriate, property management staff on efficient, compliant day-to-day operations;
- Work with Director and Compliance Manager on property management policy development.
- the efficient management of their properties;
- rental collection and delinquencies;
- overall unit lease-up timeline and processes;
- eviction proceedings;
- Oversee property management at Founders Way, Cedar Creek Housing, and Henry Saint John Building
- Facilitate all applicant appeals, resident questions and inquiries.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and minimum five years’ experience in mid-large size portfolio property management and affordable housing required. HUD experience required.
Experience developing and leading a team. Excellent communication and time-management skills as well as creative problem-solving expertise for fast-paced, deadline-driven projects. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with varied social and economic groups, state program administrators, other service agencies in the community and in-house staff.
Thorough knowledge of all state and federal policies, procedures and laws regarding property management and affordable housing.
Intermediate proficiency in Windows-based software, including MS Word and MS Excel.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the INHS mission to revitalize neighborhoods and to assist low to moderate income people in obtaining quality housing on a long-term basis.
Preferred: Rural Housing experience. Advanced proficiency in affordable housing software such as Yardi or Boston Post. Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) or Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) certification or similar.
TRAVEL
Travel around the service area, including out-of-county, will occur routinely. A valid driver’s license and access to transportation is required.
TO APPLY
Email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. For more information about INHS, visit https://www.ithacanhs.org/about/employment-opportunities/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
