Property Manager – Canton, GA

The Canton Housing Authority is seeking experienced housing professionals to serve as its Property Managers. The CHA is a small housing authority with a total of 145 low – income public housing units located on three sites. CHA does not operate the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

The ideal candidate must possess a range of skills and abilities in order to qualify for this position. Bachelor’s degree preferred in human services, social work, or public/business administration or related field. Minimum of four (4) years of public housing or property management experience in HUD programs required, Rent Calculation Certification, Occupancy Specialist Certification and EIV Certification (all required within six (6) months of hire;
Public Housing Manager Certification required within one (1) year of employment. Experience in SACS software preferred. Experience in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC).

Cover letter and resumes will be accepted through March 3, 2021 at the information listed below,no phone calls please. Candidates are encouraged to review the full job description below and submit specific evidence of experience in the above areas. Cover letter and resume should be submitted to:

Position Title:
Property Manager
Report To:
Executive Director
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Status:
Regular Position
Wage/Hour Laws:
Exempt

Position Summary

The Property Manager is the primary representative of management to the residents and the public. This employee has the direct responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the assigned project. The Property Manager is the management vehicle for implementing all of the policies and procedures established by Canton Housing Authority (CHA).

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain the business office for the efficient operations of the community; ensuring the business office is open and operational in accordance with established guidelines and CHA policy.
• Maintain bulletin board with required documentation.
• Maintain visibility at each of the communities; conduct daily outside inspections to ensure it is maintained according to CHA standards. Drive through community’s daily and walk weekly, noting deficiencies and leaving warnings.
• Responsible for all evictions based on CHA policies including, scheduling Grievance Meetings and attending court hearings.
• Assist in planning and implementing safety and security programs, promote residents’ involvement, and serve as a liaison with the Onsite Officers; assists in the eviction of violent or criminal residents, and maintain a list of emergency telephone numbers as well as enforce safety and fire prevention.
• Supervise daily operations of maintenance staff and ensure proper project management activities.
• Establish and maintain all office procedures, files and records, reports and systems as are needed to manage the community according to the policies and procedures of CHA and HUD regulations.
• Show vacant apartments and sell prospective residents on the desirability of the unit and community to maximize occupancy of assigned project.
• Supervise and direct the scheduling of all maintenance necessary to maintain the units in accordance with UPCS standards. Initiate work orders and monitor completion to minimize turn-around time.
• Manage the community facilities; participate in planning new or remodeled facilities and/or equipment purchases; schedule and administer the use of facilities and equipment as needed.
• Accept applications and screen applicants in accordance with CHA policy; complete lease-up process. Conduct tenant orientation; review and explain lease requirements to help ensure compliance with the lease requirements and occupancy policies. Issue lease violations, conference with residents and initiate the eviction process when needed.
• Create and maintain a waiting list of eligible applicants in accordance with CHA waitlist policies.
• Handle residents’ complaints and concerns and make appropriate referrals to outside agencies as needed.
• Identify and recommend improved methods for providing Resident Services, planning and implementing social service programs, reducing operating expenses and maintaining the physical assets of the…