Park Grove Realty is hiring: Assistant Community Manager in Medford

Title of Position: Assistant Property Manager
Position type: Full Time
Department: Operations – Property Management
Location: Medford, NJ
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $22 - $24 per Hour

About Us:
Park Grove Realty is a real estate development and management company focusing on multi-family residential, mixed-use, and commercial projects. Park Grove Realty is committed to developing, managing, and owning high-quality properties that are beneficial to our communities. With this mission in mind, Park Grove Realty is expanding our current property portfolio and exploring development opportunities in new communities in New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and other growing markets.

Currently our portfolio includes…

1. Over 1000 apartment units and 200,000 square feet of commercial space

2. Extensive experience in adaptive reuse and rehabilitation of historical buildings

3. Collaboration with local leaders to develop assets that enhance their communities

4. Major mixed-use state sponsored urban redevelopment project

5. Conversion of historic former industrial buildings into residential and commercial use facilities

Job Summary

Our employees are a vital part of our organization and our ability to build successful apartment communities and commercial real estate ventures. We are looking for an Assistant Property Manager to join our team.

Under the supervision of the Property Manager, the Assistant Property Manager is responsible for day-to-day operations including leasing, marketing, financial reporting, appearance, and good working order of the assigned properties within the portfolio.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Maintaining the physical asset:

• Directs site maintenance staff under the direction of the Property Manager, including developing priorities for site upkeep and development of a preventative maintenance program.
• Delegates day to day maintenance work, and completion of all items identified on the annual preventive maintenance schedule prepared individually for each site.
• Completes regular inspections and follow-up on emergency and routine maintenance work, capital improvements, and turnovers both commercial and residential. Makes recommendations for physical repairs and/or replacements.
• Confirms that all vacant units/areas are ready to lease, and resident requests are completed in accordance with company policy.
• Regularly inspects grounds, interior hallways, and all common hallways.

Marketing and leasing:

• Responsible for resident retention, including renewals, and re-leasing any potential vacancies with minimal rent loss.
• Recommends advertising and marketing programs.
• Analyzes rental trends, prepares competition studies, and implements marketing plans based on rental trends. Tracks effectiveness of marketing to maintain high occupancy.
• Actively assists with leasing and touring prospects and following up with traffic leads for both affordable units and market rate units.
• Ensures property files, leases and records are maintained with a high level of accuracy and in compliance with company, local, state or federal requirements.
• Responsible for enforcement of leases and lease terms.

Financial monitoring and control:

• Responsible for collection and processing of rent including administration of late rent, court proceedings and recovery of delinquent balances in accordance with law and company policy.
• Assist Property Manager in projecting future budgetary needs, help develop plans, and implementation of the budget.
• Assist in preparation of individual property budgets for each assigned property prior to the beginning of each calendar year.
• Review and submit vendor invoices for processing in accordance with company policy.

Administration & Other:

• Assists in handling emergencies that may arise on site, notifies Property Manager with serious emergencies.
• Communicates all problems and makes recommendations to Property Manager.
• Assists in covering responsibilities for other team members during absences or busy periods, ensuring continuity of operations.
• Other duties and tasks assigned by Management to support the smooth operation of the Property Management Division.

Required Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. 1-3 years’ previous customer service experience required; leasing, sales or management of apartment communities preferred.

Required Competencies and Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and cloud-based ERP software with ability to navigate computer system data quickly and efficiently.
• Prior RealPage experience a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to think & manage in a strategic manner.
• Detail oriented with high level of accountability, accuracy, and efficiency, especially when multitasking.
• Ability to manage a team and direct day to day activities & tasks.
• Ethical conduct, integrity, and trust.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, time management, problem-solving and math skills.
• Adaptability through periods of change and growth.
• Ability to multitask based on prioritization and time sensitivity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and possess excellent follow-through skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
An individual working in this role will sit at a desk and use office equipment such as a computer, phone, photocopiers/scanners, and other peripherals. The position will also require the individual to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, bend, and squat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position may require lifting up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation required to travel within the local area as required for leasing, marketing or procurement of supplies for the property.

Benefits

· 401(k)

· 401(k) matching

· Dental Insurance

· Health Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Paid Time Off

Schedule

· Monday to Friday

· Weekends as required

Work Location: In person

Position Type: Full-Time

Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted within 72 hours

For information on Park Grove Realty, visit our website at www.parkgrovellc.com

Park Grove Realty is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• customer service or leasing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person