Property Acquisitions Manager jobs in Minneapolis, MN

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About Us

Velair is a service company, and our mission is “delighting residents and communities by providing exceptional homes and service.” The measurement of our success is not only financial. It is also measured in the longevity of our employees, the welcome of the communities in which we work, and in the customers that come to Velair to find their home.

The way that we serve together, grow together, and succeed together is called the Velair Way. The Velair Way is as much a system of people as it is a system of processes. Everything that we do, and how we do it, mirrors our character as a company.

Velair Property Management educates, encourages, and empowers our people through a work/home life balance, an open-door policy, mentorship program, endless learning possibilities, associate recognition, company-wide training and events, room for advancement and countless new experiences. If you are a hard-working, reliable, energetic and a fun-loving employee, we've got a place for you!

About this Career

We are currently searching for someone that is reliable and knowledgeable to fulfil the Property Manager role. In this position, you will manage and operate a Section 42 (Tax Credit) apartment community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest possible occupancy levels and remain above 95% occupancy
• Continually achieve the highest possible net operation income through rent collection and cost control
• Establish and maintain professional and consistent communication with residents, prospective residents, guests, vendors, and all team members
• High level of understanding and knowledgeable of federal, state, and local laws and regulations as they relate to Fair Housing, the management of the property and the needs of residents.
• Manage and coach your team to ensure success in full operation of property as it relates to marketing/leasing, program compliance, maintenance, resident relations, internal relations, financial performance, policies and procedures, site supervision and leadership to associates.
• Manage and oversee the make ready process to ensure units are kept rent ready for move-ins
• Ensure the property’s physical aspects from curb to curb are kept fully operational and safe as well as visually pleasing through routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and improvements
• Always maintain professional dress and appearance according to the Velair handbook
• Other duties as assigned

About You

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills
• Superior attention to detail
• Progressive people, communication, and language skills (written and verbal) in English
• Computer skills and the ability to master required electronic systems (such as Yardi, Outlook, etc.)
• Reasoning ability
• Mathematical and budgeting Skills
• Strong leasing skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Commitment to diversity and working equally with all people
• Fun-loving, hard-working, get the job done energy!

Preferred Qualifications

• Rent Café experience
• Yardi experience
• Tax Credit/Section 42 experience

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• 2–4-year degree and previous experience in property management is preferred
• Accredited Residential Manager (ARM), Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS), Tax Credit Specialist (TCS), Resident Apartment Manager (RAM), Licensed Real Estate Agent, or similar designation is preferred

Professional Experience

• Minimum of one year of property management experience with a preference on multi-family housing is required
• 2 years of supervisory experience with proven success in leading teams is required

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license, ability to drive and valid insurance
• As Velair is a quickly growing organization, we want a commitment to career growth through Velair-supported and/or provided learning and development including occasional travel to off-site trainings with infrequent overnight stays
• Ability and willingness to travel to other sites in the portfolio as directed on occasion to provide support
• Must have a personal cellular phone for occasional business use. A monthly reimbursement will be provided.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move 30 pounds
• Ability to walk steps and do regular inspections
• Primarily indoor work, but does include some outdoor work on occasion and as needed

Employee Testimonial from Current Property Manager

“Once you work for Velair, you never want to leave. Everyone who works for Velair is part of the Velair family. There is such a strong support system in everything we do. This is the first company that I have worked for that I truly feel valued”.