Regional Property Manager (Southern California)

WinnCompanies is searching for an experienced and adaptable Regional Property Manager to join our team and manage a portfolio of affordable properties in the Southern California area.

In this role, you will maintain positive resident relations, meet the financial objectives of ownership and management, protect the value and integrity of the real estate, and be responsible for all applicable regulatory standards and requirements. Supervisor of Property Managers and/or Senior Property Managers.

Please note that the salary range for this position is $105,000 to $120,000 annually, based on experience.

• Review and present annual budgets for approval by senior management.
• Monitor property budget performance and prepares and/ or reviews monthly variance reports and reforecasts.
• Work with senior management to resolve financial issues.
• Conduct monthly financial reviews.
• Approve or disapprove all expenses which exceed the Property Manager’s authority level.
• Collaborate with senior management to establish appropriate rent levels.
• Ensure timely collection and deposit of all rents and other fees and initiates corrective and/or legal action as needed.
• Review rent schedules, scheduled rent increases, and renewals.
• Monitor each property's recertification process including the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of all recertifications.
• Assist in the negotiation of vendor contracts in accordance with the Winn Purchasing Policy.
• Track property tax reassessments, tax bill issuance, and the accuracy of the property tax rates.
• Work with Superintendents and Regional Maintenance Coordinators to implement all maintenance programs and controls to ensure that expenses are kept within budget.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of Monthly Manager's Reports. Participate in company-wide initiatives as required.
• Meet with each client at least quarterly to review property performance and client satisfaction.
• Respond to all client inquiries or concerns as soon as possible, but no later than 24 hours after receipt.
• Ensure that the building and grounds are well maintained.
• Provide for the maintenance and operation of all life safety systems.
• Oversee maintenance policies, plans, and procedures, including work order systems, purchase order systems, bidding requirements, preventive maintenance, inventory control, and turnover procedures.
• Work with the Regional Maintenance Coordinator to resolve maintenance issues.
• Conduct regular meetings with maintenance staff.
• Provide timely submission of required financial reporting as prescribed by company policy.
• Maintain detailed written records per company policy and in accordance with all applicable agency requirements.
• Implement all company policies, plans, and procedures.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings with property personnel, emphasizing the Winn Safe Protocol.
• Conduct site visits in accordance with the company's guidelines for the physical inspection and review of administrative and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain budgeted occupancy goals.
• Follow company marketing policies and reporting requirements, maintain comparability studies, and implement site resident retention program.
• Ensure quality of rental advertising and printed materials.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the: market area, site competition, and general market conditions.
• Work with the Director of Marketing to implement the company's marketing policies and procedures and to resolve marketing issues.
• Review the property’s rental application process and adheres to property and agency standards.
• Comply with all applicable agency requirements including the maintenance of the property’s internal and external wait list. Supervise the leasing and renewal programs.
• Conduct weekly meetings with the leasing staff.
• Recruit, hire, train and develop personnel to meet regional staffing requirements.
• Use company directives in the hiring, promotion, termination and transfer of site personnel.
• Maintain personnel records according to company policy.
• Promote staff efficiency through ongoing company and industry trainings, instruction, and leadership.
• Resolve personnel problems and engages Human Resources and senior management as needed.
• Collaborate with senior staff on salary adjustments and promotion of personnel.
• Comply with Affirmative Fair Housing regulations and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action policies, including federal, state, and local governing agency requirements.
• Ensure advertising satisfies EEO requirements.
• File required paperwork regarding workers' compensation claims in accordance with company policies.
• Use the company's Professional Development Program to develop, assist, train, and motivate site personnel.
• Ensure the Human Resource policies are implemented and followed.
• Create and maintain active resident relations programs by promoting positive interactions with all residents.
• Work closely with resident groups in establishing ongoing programs to meet the needs of the residents.
• Conduct quarterly resident meetings to establish effective lines of communication.
• Asses the property's security needs, implement security programs and/or security contract, and make recommendations to senior staff. Involve community resources, including local police departments, in security matters affecting the property.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 5-8 years of direct affordable housing experience.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of regional property management experience.
• A current driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Direct experience with affordable housing programs: LIHTC and HUD, specifically.
• Experience with Yardi or RealPage property management software.
• NAHP – CPL, SHCM, CAM (MA - C3P) designations.
• CAM – RAM & ARM designations honored; CGPM – NAA or NAMA designations honored.
• Knowledge of landlord and tenant laws.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel throughout the Bay Area region as needed.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities.
• Outstanding verbal and communication skills.
• Superb attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Knowledge of marketing and leasing techniques.
• Strong managerial skills.
• Tax credit certifications.
• Real estate license.

Our Benefits:

Regular full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

- Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays (12 for MA employees); Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service; Generous paid sick time; Annual day of service; Floating Holiday)

- 401(k) plan options with a company match

- Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options

- Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution

- Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance

- Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)

- Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities

- Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options

- Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more!)

- Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles

- Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families

- To learn more, visit winnbenefits.com

Why WinnCompanies?

A job you can be proud of: WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives. 

A job that challenges you: Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace. 

A job you can learn from: We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.

A team that cares: We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.

About Us:

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,300+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

If you are a California Resident, please see our Notice of Collection here.

Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

The position requires a background check which includes criminal, employment verification, reference checks, credit history and drug testing due to the following job responsibilities: administration of rental applications and other resident paperwork, acceptance of rental payments, unit inspections, and processing of financial and banking data.  Due to the access to personally identifiable information contained in resident applications and files, financial systems, unit keys, as well as interaction with resident population, employment applicants shall be subject to a criminal background check.  Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment in accordance with the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Current Winn employees should apply through this internal link.