Property Manager

Shelter Corporation

Cottage Grove, MN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Affordable Housing, Budget Management, Capital Budgeting, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Construction Safety, Credit and Collections, File Audits, Financial Compliance, Financial Management, Forecasting, Leadership, Leasing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Maintain Compliance, Marketing Strategy, Needs Assessment, Operations, Operations Management, Past Due Accounts, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Project/Program Coordination, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Reporting Skills, Resident Retention, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Cottage Grove, MN
POSTED
7 days ago

Position Summary & Primary Responsibilities

The Real Estate Manager is responsible for the overall performance of assigned apartment communities, including operations, financial management, compliance, capital planning, and team leadership. This role ensures that property performance aligns with ownership expectations while maintaining strong occupancy, financial health, and resident satisfaction.

In addition, this position is responsible for the following:

  • Overseeing daily property operations, leasing activity, and resident services
  • Maintaining occupancy, curb appeal, and overall property standards
  • Conducting regular inspections and ensuring timely unit turns
  • Managing operating and capital budgets, including expense control and forecasting
  • Driving collections, reducing delinquency, and overseeing eviction processes
  • Reviewing monthly financials and providing reporting to ownership and leadership
  • Identifying capital improvement needs and coordinating CapEx projects
  • Obtaining bids, managing vendors, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget
  • Ensuring compliance with LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and applicable state regulations
  • Overseeing certifications, recertifications, and maintaining audit-ready files
  • Leading office and maintenance teams, including training, performance management, and accountability
  • Supporting leasing strategy, marketing efforts, and resident retention initiatives
  • Handling escalated resident concerns and enforcing lease terms
  • Monitoring maintenance operations, vendor performance, and overall building safety
  • Tracking and reporting on occupancy, delinquency, and property performance metrics
  • Performing additional duties and special projects as assigned by Operations Leadership

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 3+ years of property management experience
  • Experience with affordable housing programs, including LIHTC, HUD, and Section 8 preferred


About the Company

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Shelter Corporation