Regional Property Manager

Christopher Community, Inc. (CCI) seeks a Full Time Regional Property Manager to join its growing organization The physical work location for this position will support a property portfolio located across Syracuse, Rochester and Buffalo. 

CCINC is a not-for-profit Housing Development and Property Management company that assist low- and moderate-income families and seniors to secure suitable housing across Upstate New York. Christopher Community currently manages over 3,300 units of housing in more than 100 buildings, and administers the Rental Assistance Program in Onondaga County, which provides assistance to over 1,200 households. Since 1971, Christopher Community has maintained a proven track record in developing and operating affordable housing. We regularly receive very high ratings both from government and private entities for the way we manage our properties.

We offer competitive wages and generous benefits. Please see below for additional information:

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

• Full Time Position
• 35-hour work week (flexible and hybrid scheduling available)
• 21 Paid Time Off (PTO) - Vacation, Personal & Sick Days (Increased to 30 PTO days after 1st Year)
• 13 Paid Holidays which include 2 Floating Days
• Up to 6% Employer Match to 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Company contribution to Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (*** CCI offers a $0 out of pocket cost health insurance plan for in network coverage beyond employee paid premium with employees not paying copays or having coinsurance ***)
• Hiring Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 Depending on Experience & Qualifications
• Additional opportunities for performance related incentives available throughout each fiscal year.

Requirements

The Regional Property Manager's role is to provide support, guidance, oversight, and other critical tasks to a property management portfolio with supervision of site staff. Responsible for overseeing all operational, financial, and employee resources of assigned multi-property portfolio. We are seeking a Regional Property Manager with experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) compliance (strongly preferred) as well as experience in Affordable Housing including HUD programs.

• Responsible for overall operation of the assigned portfolio (office, resident and vendor relations).
• Oversee, hire, train, motivate and supervise on-site staff.
• Conduct monthly financial reviews and reports on each asset in the assigned portfolio with the Finance/Accounting Team.
• Responsible for meeting critical lease-up deadlines as well as overseeing the renting of the units.
• Responsible for reviewing occupancy and vacancy report with property managers and facilitating unit turnover with property managers with maintenance and facilities.
• Monitor compliance requirements, status reporting, and documentation deadlines for all applicable affordable housing programs and regularly communicate those requirements and deadlines to the on-site teams.
• Provide assistance and correction of support tickets.
• Assist and oversee property managers with management and occupancy reviews and preparation for audits.
• Responsible for updating the Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plans for the properties in the assigned portfolio including working collaboratively with Director of Marketing & Communications for advertising and marketing programs.
• Perform monthly to quarterly spot reviews to ensure efficient resident and property files at site office.
• Assist property manager with escalated tenant issues.
• Track receivables and work with property managers regarding renting/vacancy and collections/evictions.
• Ability to report into the Corporate Office in Syracuse, NY an anticipated 1 time per week and as needed

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred (a combination of education and experience may be considered)
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in affordable housing and property management (LIHTC, HUD, PRAC, Section 8, HOME, HTF, etc.)
• Experience in managerial and supervisory roles, including oversight of staff and management of a portfolio of properties
• Certification in Tax Credit Compliance preferred at the time of hire; must be obtained within six (6) months if not already held.
• Additional certifications such as BOS (Blended Occupancy Specialist), COS (Certified Occupancy Specialist), and HCCP (Housing Credit Certified Professional) are preferred.
• Proficiency in property management software, particularly RealPage/OneSite, and Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to provide technical assistance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with residents, staff, and regulatory agencies.
• Strong understanding of affordable housing compliance regulations and programs.
• Exceptional time management, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Must possess a valid Class D driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to travel to multiple properties for compliance support, conduct inspections, and staff training.