Property & Program Manager I (Wasilla)

Corporate Values: Integrity, Respectful, Leadership, Sustainable

Alaska Housing Finance Corporation

PROPERTY & PROGRAM MANAGER I

WASILLA, AK

Position Summary: Property and Program Manager I is responsible for all functions related to affordable housing management.

Reports to: Property and Program Manager Supervisor

OVERVIEW

This dynamic position works within a team environment to provide Alaskan’s access to safe, quality, affordable housing. Must demonstrate a strong ability to assess and evaluate problems, determine priorities amid multiple projects related to AHFC Public Housing, and understand accounting principles to implement site specific budgets . Must have demonstrated skills in lease enforcement and strong written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to listen and communicate with a diverse group of individuals. Requires a team player who can work independently and occasionally work flexible hours.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Exempt, supervisory position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position is responsible for the management of affordable housing, and includes the following duties:

1. Significant daily interaction with public housing residents to include rent collection, unit inspections, rent change calculations, and responding to general inquiries and questions concerning housing and housing assistance.

2. Ensure key operational metrics in property management under AHFC and the Department of Housing and Urban Development assessment indicators are met. This includes the physical condition of the units, buildings and systems; financial condition of the property; management performance of the property; and resident satisfaction.

3. Fundamental property management functions, to include walking the property to ensure property safety; assess curb appeal, hazardous conditions and other needs; inspect common areas, hallways, community rooms, and interior hallways and ensure that work orders are issued to address deficiencies; inspect vacant units, assign make-ready work, and track make ready time.

4. Conduct annual reexamination and interim adjustments to compute accurate and timely rent in compliance with the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP) and the voucher program Administrative Plan. Assist with enforcing the lease fairly for all residents, including conducting orientations for new residents to familiarize them with the lease requirements; and service notices as required.

5. Carry out the work of the property in a manner that complies with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, regulations and AHFC policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of English and math; professional communication techniques; office practices and procedures, effective human relation concepts. Knowledge of federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures governing assisted housing programs.

Skills in organizing data and files; interpreting regulations; implementing and following procedures; making mathematical computations; selecting and applying guidelines and procedures; interviewing techniques; typing; operating a personal computer and 10-key calculator.

Ability to comprehend written material, interpret and apply rules and instructions; operate complex records management systems; perform assigned tasks independently; organize data and compile summaries and tabulations; convey information, both orally and in writing form to a variety of individuals in understandable and precise terms; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED and three years experience in office practices or property management, or a combination of three years of experience in office practices and property management. Property management experience is preferred. (Word and Excel preferred).

Must obtain a National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) certification within two years of hire date.

Must have a valid Alaska Driver’s license (or be able to obtain one within 5 calendar days of beginning employment) and show proof of good driving record, when requested.

Insurance Benefits

• Health Plan – Medical, Vision, Prescription, and Dental
• Employee Assistance Program/Wellness
• Life Insurance – Basic Life and AD&D

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums - Optional life, Long-term, and short-term disability
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• Flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care of dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Employee and Employer contribution
• Option to enroll in AHFC Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal Leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve paid holidays a year
• Health Club reimbursement Plan
• Education Reimbursement

All external applicants tentatively selected for this position shall be required to submit to urinalysis and breath alcohol testing to screen for illegal drug/alcohol use and complete a pre-employment physical prior to appointment.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY AT WORKPLACE ALASKA

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED

AHFC provides employment opportunities to low and very-low income persons, in compliance with Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968. Public Housing Residents are encouraged to apply.

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