Assistant Community Manager at The Community Builders, Inc. in Boston, MA

Job description

• Under the direction of the Community Manager, the Assistant Community Manager is responsible for leasing, compliance, maximizing rental income and customer service. This job involves heavy emphasis on operations administration and meeting compliance objectives, resident retention and providing a quality living experience for the residents. Certification in COS and LIHTC strongly preferred. This position has a requirement of five days a week in office at our 900 Morrissey Location.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily site operations, keeping open communication with the Community Manager, Resident Specialist, Community Life and Service Maintenance staff regarding issues.
• Answer or return all calls promptly and with the highest level of customer service.
• Schedule appointments and conduct in-person visits as needed.
• Listen to resident requests, concerns and comments, refer them as appropriate.
• Develop relationships with residents to understand their needs and aspirations and develop trust.
• Monitors, directs and tracks performance of leasing, retention and re-certifications to meet a 97% physical occupancy goal. Anticipates vacancies and is proactive in attracting new tenants.
• Prepares re-certifications, leasing applications, verifications, occupancy agreements and reports.
• Screens applicants to ensure compliance with Tenant Selection Plan, and regulatory requirements.
• Keeps informed of market conditions and update competitive market analysis quarterly.
• Enters and codes invoices, posts rents, makes deposits and maintains accurate resident ledgers.
• Monitors rent balances, collects rents, and sends out late or quit notices as required.
• Participates in all aspects of managing a property, include: business goals, budgeting, risk management, physical assets, maintenance, compliance, reporting, and personnel management.
• Oversees office functions, including office hours, filing, computer systems, reports, etc.
• Inspects property, picks up litter, and reports issues to Service Maintenance Manager.
• Handles resident issues and concerns, partnering with Community Manager as needed.
• Inspects market ready units for acceptance to lease and for resident move in.
• Assists n recruitment, training, supervision and motivation of team members and participates in the preparation of the annual reviews and performance management process.
• Performs other duties are required.

Requirements

• College degree or 3+ years in a progressive career path in Residential Property Management, Hotel, Hospitality or Retail Management required.
• 2+ years of experience in Property Management, Hotel, Hospitality or Retail required.
• Industry designations (COS, LIHTC, ARM®, etc.) preferred.
• Knowledge of all regulatory programs, polices and Federal Housing Laws and Guidelines required.
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Yardi or other industry software experience required.
• Proven Excellent Customer Service skills required.
• PSI experience preferred

Skills

Required

• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• Yardi or other industry software
• Customer Service

Preferred

• COS certification
• LIHTC certification
• ARM® designation
• PSI experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 12 Paid Holidays & tenure-based PTO accruals
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tax-advantage accounts: commuter/parking, medical & dependent care FSA
• Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance
• Confidential, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Pay Rate: $29/hr