Regional Technology Field Lead

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Regional Technology Leader, you serve as a hands-on technical expert and trusted advisor, supporting Cortland's community infrastructure and end-user devices while driving technology best practices across your region. With a strong presence in the field, you lead service delivery, resolve complex issues, and ensure seamless communication between local teams and executive leadership.

• Maintain an onsite presence at Cortland's communities 75% of the time, including communities in Arlington, VA, Manassas, VA, Leesburg, VA and Washington D.C.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for multiple Corland community and enterprise infrastructure technologies
• Deliver technology project tasks on schedule, in scope, and within established quality guidelines
• Install, diagnose, repair, maintain, and upgrade computer hardware and software to ensure optimal workstation performance
• Maintain technical competence through self-study, provided trainings, and attending meetings that provide updated information about the current computing environment
• Demonstrate leadership and accountability for community technology within your region
• Keep executive leadership in your region informed through a combination of reporting and personal interaction
• Exhibit proficiency in documenting systems, setups, and procedures
• Manage and coordinate service delivery utilizing third-party vendors
• Demonstrate tact, discretion, and good judgment required for dealing with confidential information
• Perform technology due diligence and make recommendations to standardize existing community technology
• Field requests for technical assistance, record them in a ticketing system, and resolve issues in accordance with Service Level Agreements and departmental expectations
• Troubleshoot problems with local and network printers and print queues; fix problems with server hardware and phone system
• Collaborate effectively with team members to identify problems and work toward solutions

Qualifications

• Strong 2+ years of experience in an information technology role; experience working as part of a project team or in the multifamily industry a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, related major, or equivalent experience
• Stellar analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Superb customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Active Directory, Linux applications
• Demonstrated experience installing Cat 6 cables, installing patch panels, and associated networking equipment
• In-depth knowledge of Windows 10, Windows 11 and Mac OSX operating systems
• A+, Network+, MCDST, Dell, Apple, and other related certifications preferred

About Cortland

Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.

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