Assistant Property Manager (Hyde Park Portfolio)

Job Title: Assistant Property Manager Scattered Sites (Hyde Park Portfolio)

Reports to: Property Manager or Regional Property Manager

Job Overview:

The Assistant Property Manger assists with preserving and increasing the value of a real estate investment. They assist with managing the day-to-day operations for multiple residential buildings/portfolios and takes action to best meet the owners goals and objectives.

Specifically they assist the Property Manager with tenant relations collecting rent monitoring agreements and ensuring the property is in good working order.

Primary Responsibilities:

Tenant Relations

Coordinates tenant move-ins move-outs and at times renewals of residents

Enforce terms of rental agreements resolve tenant complaints and if needed oversee eviction proceedings

Communicate and build strong relationships with tenants (re: repairs status of capital improvements tenant concerns)

Provides timely attentive upbeat service to residents making sure their needs are met or explained in a manner that reflects positively on the company or business

Facilities Management

Regularly inspect property to ensure it is in good working order; common areas are clean and well maintained and the building meets requirements

Assist manager with collection of vendor updates and new bids from contractors

Assists the maintenance coordinator to schedule repairs and resolve emergency maintenance issues in a timely manner

Coordinate with contractors to assess problems and make needed repairs for larger construction projects or building issues

Issues and replaces/makes keys with a key cutting machine

Ensures compliance and organization of owner(s) and management agreement with utility companies

Assists in coordination of various maintenance special or yearly upkeep projects assigned by property manager

Financial Reporting

Pull financial reports for Property Manager or Property Manager as requested

Assist in handling utility vendor approvals and invoice discrepancies

Other Duties

Encouraged to reach out and network with Peaks team of leasing agents and coordinators to grow competency and gain efficiency

Ensure compliance with Peak Properties company policy as well as federal and local regulations

Attend Peak meetings and/or connect with other Peak employees to share best practices

Additional duties as assigned by Property Manager or Management

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in business administration finance real estate construction

management or vocational real estate training preferred

Interest in gaining knowledge of applicable local state and federal laws and regulations

Strong interpersonal and business communication skills

Must be detail-oriented and a motivated self-starter

Must have the ability to multi task and work independently

Must have high level of organization and follow up skills

Ability to handle large volume of emails and phone calls

Ability to assess communicate manage and resolve conflict

Ability to gather detailed information and communicate it effectively to the appropriate audience

Knowledge of property management a plus

Basic knowledge of building and general maintenance preferred

Competence with and/or desire to learn and use systems/tools (Yardi Excel)

Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook)

Availability and Work Hours:

Must be available to work standard business hours

Must have availability to handle requests as needed outside of normal business hours

Ability to access emails on weekends and be available to resolve issues as needed

Physical Requirements:

Ability to use key cutting machine

Able to lift up to 50lbs

Must have a car and valid drivers license

30% travel property to property within Chicagoland area

What We Offer

• Compensation: $53k-$65k
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical (BCBS) Dental and Vision Insurance
• Eligibility for participation in a 401(k) plan
• Paid time off including vacation and sick days
• 15 Company paid Holidays and your Birthday off
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial culture committed to innovation and career growth.

Peak Properties is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request by contacting .