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Assistant Apartment ManagerSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: The following attributes are desirable for job success: experience in managing/leasing multi-family properties, certification in the multi-family (ARM, CAM, NALP, etc.), ability to bookkeeping experience, ability to communicate effectively, safety conscious, ability to asset yourself, preference for detail work, ability to work well under pressure, self-motivation and self-direction, ability to work with/without direct supervision and the ability to become a team leader.SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: Responsible for conversion of telephone and walk-in prospects to leases, resulting in maintained and increased occupancy, and the inherent responsibility to effectively communicate to existing residents and establish a successful renewal program.Responsibility for weekly/monthly reports to include receiving and posting of rents, with additional responsibility to assist the On-site manager with the coordination of day-to-day activities of the development, in accordance with the standards established by 10th Floor Properties. Assist in maintaining office clerical, filing and record keeping systems. Identify and strive to meet the resident’s needs.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to:1) Marketing:a. Respond effectively to telephone inquiries to generate prospective resident visits tothe property. Maintain a call to show ratio of at least 65%.b. Show and demonstrate apartments, utilizing sales skills to demonstrate marketready product and availability to close prospects. Maintain a deposit to show ratio of atleast 50%.c. Follow-up with prospective residents.d. Monitor telephone and walk-in traffic at property via welcome cards and trafficlogs.e. Walk model tour route and opens models daily to ensure quality presentation.f. Obtain lease information and complete lease applications. Conduct required creditand reference checks. Set up and maintain lease files.g. Conduct periodic market surveys, as requested.2) Encourage resident retention by contacting all residents on renewal report that are notcurrently on lease.3) Lease Administration:a. Perform move-in inspections with new residents.b. Review Welcome packet with new resident in a timely manner.c. Maintain legal records/files.d. Input daily activity on daily and vacancy reports.4) Assist with resident relations:a. Prepare and process resident service requests.b. Assist with resident problems and complaints concerning rent payments, servicerequests, etc.c. Assist with preparation of newsletters and promotion flyers.d. Assist with the planning of community activities and events.5) Accounting policies and procedures:a. Collect, record & deposit rental payments, application fees, security deposits, etc.b. Maintain account records and journals and make bank deposits.c. Help to prepare weekly and monthly reports as required.d. Help to prepare legal action for evictions, as necessary.6) Supervisory responsibilities – in absence of the manager, provide “in charge”responsibilities for the property and staff. These responsibilities include being “on call”24 hours with pager, managing and delegating staff for maximum performance of theirrespective job functions.ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Reports directly to the on-site manager. In absence of manager, supervises and schedulesmaintenance and on-site personnel. Works with property manager, administrative divisionstaff, staff members of other developments, outside vendors and service providers.OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Hours of Work: 8:30a.m. to 5:30p.m., Monday through Friday. 10:00a.m. to 5:30p.m.,Saturday. Schedule may vary according to individual property and on-site manager.Amount of Overtime: Limited to needs of property.Physical requirements: Must be able to perform the physical functions of the position,which may include, but are not limited to: ability to walk property, including 4 flights ofstairs, to complete physical inspections, deliver resident communications, and showapartments. Be able to effectively communicate with residents, staff, supervisors,vendors, etc. Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. to facilitate vacuuming, movingoffice furniture & lifting of supplies as needed.Experience: Two years of related business.Education: Two years of college preferred.Seniority: None required.Pre-Employment Test Scores: 70% on Wonderlic, plus successful completion of APT Management Battery of Tests.Residency: Must meet requirements for residency in the community for which they haveapplied.Must have a reliable vehicle to perform various management tasks and errands, includingdaily bank deposits. Must have proof of liability insurance for same.Bondable and Valid Driver’s License.Job Type: Full-timePay: $45,000.00 – $55,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceHealth savings accountPaid time offParental leaveSchedule:Monday to FridaySupplemental Pay:Bonus payAbility to commute/relocate:Minneapolis, MN 55405: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)Education:High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience:Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:Driver’s License (Required)Work Location: Multiple Locations |
