Job Description

Avana Developments Inc. is a high-growth company in its ninth year of business and has emerged as a leading developer in the Western Canadian construction industry. Driven by a team of motivated and enthusiastic leaders with an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit, Avana is dedicated to providing the community with beautiful, attainable, and safe rental homes. We are expanding our professional team and seeking highly organized, hard-working individuals committed to personal development and excellence who share similar goals and core values with our team. Everything we do is guided by our values: act with honesty and integrity, evolve with innovation and improvement, lead our community in social responsibility, and incubate entrepreneurial spirit and personal development while encouraging accountability. We are hiring for a Property Manager to join our Regina team. The successful applicant will succeed in a fast-paced, progressive career, enjoy working with people in a team environment, and provide outstanding customer service. Working collaboratively with the existing team and reporting to the Vice President, Residents, this is a full-time salary role designed to manage the customer experience and daily operations for one of Avana\xe2\x80\x99s existing residential rental property portfolios and the associated residents. The Property Manager is responsible for the complete professional management and overall customer service of their designated property and resident portfolio, acting as the main point of contact. You will work effectively and collaboratively with Avana\xe2\x80\x99s Rental Home Specialists and Maintenance Managers to provide optimal value for Avana, while ensuring client satisfaction. The successful candidate will be professional, highly organized, efficient, and customer-oriented. Key Responsibilities:

• Promote, ensure, and maintain a positive resident experience throughout all resident touchpoints, in person to virtually, from initial contact, with possession, and through to the move-out.
• Document all prospect and resident interactions in Avana\xe2\x80\x99s software database and maintain a daily log of calls, emails, and showings, including positive feedback and any concerns.
• Support with reference and credit checks and all other administrative duties related to assessing the viability of prospective resident applications.
• Finalize all necessary details with residents and execute lease agreements via DocuSign or similar software program.
• Complete professional management, acting as the ongoing primary point of contact for all residents, scheduling and executing walk-throughs, rent collection, arrears management, monthly review and submission of all related reports, and the implementation of existing plan to collect on delinquencies. Review of utility charge report on a quarterly basis.
• Ensure overall customer service, including implementation of seven (7), 30, and 90-day resident checks for newly acquired residents. Request of online reviews, including Facebook and Google reviews.
• Ensure you are well-educated and adhering to the provincial tenancy laws and regulations.
• Oversee maintenance requests managed by the Avana Maintenance Managers, including delegation and resident survey follow-up. Hire and provide maintenance staff with identified deadlines and ensure they are met. Gather quotes and gain approvals for all maintenance work.
• Oversee ongoing seasonal maintenance such as landscaping, snow removal, and regular cleaning of common areas (i.e. show suite) at the highest standard. Ensure portfolio properties are always well-maintained and visually appealing. Oversee quarterly suite inspections.
• Initiate new relationships with trades and gather pricing information to ensure Avana is receiving the best value. Maintain relationships with all trade partners/vendors.
• Schedule and maintain a shared calendar in accordance with upcoming lease renewals, move-in and move-out inspections, quarterly inspections, and Office of Residential Tenancies Hearings.
• Maintain accurate record of KPIs for monthly reporting, including existing resident retention client satisfaction and delinquency rates.
• Collaborate effectively with the Marketing and Communications Division on resident engagement, identifying opportunities by studying our target demographic and current market analysis.
• Implement and support the execution of seasonal incentive programs with the Rental Home Specialists.
• Attend and represent Avana at various community events and functions.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Class 5 Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License with clean driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract.
• Possess great customer service, transparent communication, and strong engagement skills.
• Preference to work in a fast-paced environment and a commitment to excellence.
• Accuracy and attention to detail, with fantastic organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills. Ability to exercise tact and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Be independent with the ability to be a team player.
• Marketing knowledge or experience would be considered an asset.
• Computer literacy is required. You will be required to use property management software as well as Google Workspace, Adobe, and Microsoft programs. Experience with Yardi is an asset.
• Proven experience in the real estate/property management industry is considered an asset.
• Preference will be given to applicants with a post-secondary education degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Must be legally eligible to accept employment in Canada.

Compensation Package:

• Benefits: Dental and medical benefits package. 80% of the cost is covered by Avana. Option for the employee to purchase disability and life insurance.
• Pension Plan: The Pension Plan will commence at the start of your second year of employment.2% of salary matched in year two, 3% of salary matched in year three, 4% of salary matched in year 4 and 5% of salary matched in year 5. Avana\xe2\x80\x99s matched portion vests 12 months after the \xef\xac\x81rst contribution.
• Vacation Entitlement: 20 business days per year. Must be accumulated prior to taking them.
• Annual Bonus: Opportunity to earn up to 10% of salary as an annual bonus.
• Parental Leave: Once an employee has worked a full year (12 months) at Avana, they are eligible for four (4) months of salary top-up to $15,000, with ongoing benefits based on the terms stated above. Pension matching will not apply for the duration of the period of leave. If an employee provides their resignation within 24 months of the paternal leave return date, the total amount of the salary top-up will be repaid to Avana.
• Probation Period: The probation period is 90 days from the start date.
• Criminal Record Checks are required for all Avana employees prior to being hired. This will be obtained at your expense and will not be reimbursed by the Employer.

A mobile phone and MacBook will be provided to the successful candidate. If you are looking for a long-term career that offers financial security, autonomy, and future opportunities, in a corporate culture that is committed to excellence, this may be an opportunity for you! Only those who are chosen for an interview will be contacted. We will accept applications until Friday, July 7th, 2023. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From $55,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Regina, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• property management/real estate: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-07-07