About the position
Gardner Management Company of Kalamazoo, Michigan, is seeking a detail-oriented, highly-organized, and motivated Apartment Property Manager for one of our Fair Housing communities located in Eaton Rapids, Michigan. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is interested in building strong communities and managing all operational and financial activities of the apartment community. This role is crucial in ensuring that the property is well-maintained, financially sound, and compliant with all relevant regulations. The Property Manager will be responsible for anticipating, identifying, and assessing tenants' needs, ensuring a high level of tenant satisfaction and community engagement. In this position, the Property Manager will maintain financial operations, which includes accurate reporting of rents and deposits, preparing the annual budget, and generating monthly performance and occupancy reports. The role also involves managing re-certifications, occupancy levels, and compliance with Fair Housing regulations. The Property Manager will conduct regular inspections of the grounds and buildings to maintain physical operations and will collaborate effectively with the company’s accounting and maintenance teams to ensure that all aspects of property management are handled efficiently. Gardner Management invests in its employees by providing ongoing education and job-related training, ensuring that our team members are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, making this an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers in property management.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate, identify, and assess tenants' needs
- Maintain financial operations with accurate reporting of rents and deposits, annual budget preparation, and monthly performance and occupancy reports
- Manage re-certifications, occupancy levels, and compliance regulations
- Maintain physical operations by conducting ground and building inspections
- Collaborate effectively and efficiently with company accounting and maintenance teams
Requirements
- Associates Degree with a concentration in real estate, property management, business administration or related field or requisite professional experience
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a broader team
- Ability to interact with individuals from different backgrounds
- Proactive work ethic
Nice-to-haves
- Proven property management experience or similar
- Proficiency in integrated accounting software (Realpage or similar) or willingness to be trained
- Working knowledge of MSHDA and Section 8 programs
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
