Community Manger - Affordable

$65,000 - $75,000/Yr

Fairfield Residential - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Seattle, WA

1,001-5,000 employees

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

The Community Manager at Fairfield Residential is responsible for overseeing the operations of a multifamily property, ensuring high standards of customer service and resident satisfaction. This role involves managing a team, maintaining financial performance, and ensuring compliance with affordable housing regulations. The Community Manager plays a critical role in hiring, coaching, and supervising staff while focusing on achieving revenue and profit targets.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, lead, motivate, and develop a high performing and diverse staff.
• Prepare, execute and manage the property's operational budget.
• Utilize Yardi accounting software to generate and review financial reports.
• Ensure budgeted occupancy levels at budgeted rental rates.
• Conduct property inspections and corporate or investor tours.
• Gather and follow up on all verifications of income for LIHTC and HUD programs.
• Ensure effective execution of marketing programs and maintain property representation on marketing assets.
• Increase resident satisfaction through lease renewal strategies and retention plans.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of property management experience required.
• Minimum of three years LIHTC experience required.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Prior experience preparing for a REAC inspection for HUD properties.
• Experience in a leadership position and managing a staff preferred.
• Experience using Yardi or related property management accounting software.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws.
• Ability to read and understand regulatory agreements.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Industry certification preferred.
• Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) Designation preferred.
• Certified Credit Compliance Professional (C3P) Designation preferred.
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) or Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) designation preferred if HUD property.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Volunteer time off