FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.
Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical and dental coverage, career training, and support for continued professional development.
Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.
Reporting to the Property Manager, the Residential Manager carries out the administration and execution of the day-to-day services and strategies in all assigned residential property enterprises. The Residential Manager is a highly responsible individual who enjoys a variety of operations and project management tasks all while ensuring a high level of customer service is maintained at all times
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.
Leasing
Responsible for ensuring all property management policies, procedures, and operations are executed to FirstService Residential Standards
Oversee and participate in the full leasing process; providing training to supports and teams as needed
Maintain a comprehensive and up to date knowledge of the property, including availability, vacancy, suite layouts, common areas, amenities, parking, etc
Inspect all vacant suites weekly to ensure they are in Rent Ready condition
Develop all leads including telephone and email inquiries within three hours of being received with an objective to converting to "personal tours"; conduct "personal tours" with the prospective resident outlining the features and benefits of the area, property, and the value of living at the property.
Ensure rental applications are complete and information is accurately entered into Yardi for final approval from Property Manager within 12 hours of receipt of application
Conduct income verification and reference verification on applications
Conduct credit checks using RentCheck
Advise applicants within a timely manner of status of application
Facilitate the signing of all leases, schedules, assignments and addendums
Manage the renewal and retention program
Marketing
Assist Marketing Manager with execution of property marketing and leasing plan
Conduct regular market research surveys and provide input on pricing and strategy with a goal of maximizing revenue and minimizing vacancy loss
Provide key input into the marketing program and maintain all marketing material to ensure it is up to date and current; be available to attend marketing campaigns such as open houses.
Attend Community events to continue to build strong relationships within the community.
Customer Service
Practice excellent resident relations through regular resident visits to ensure concerns and complaints are dealt with in a timely, professional manner to ensure long-term tenancies.
Handle resident concerns an inquiries with a goal of 100% satisfaction.
Respond to all resident inquiries concerns within a 48 hour window
Foster a strong customer service culture amongst all team members
Ensure resident move-ins and move-outs are efficient, timely and ensuring diligence on recoveries.
Supervisory Responsibility
Up to 5 Team Members
Education & Experience
High School Graduate; Post-Secondary Education or industry experience required
Resident Tenancies Act knowledge required
ARM designation an asset but not required
CPM designation an asset but not required
RECA License in Property Management an asset but not required
Excellent customer service skills with at least five years of customer service work.
Minimum three years' experience in a fast paced office environment.
Intermediate knowledge of MS Office and aptitude to learn new software programs.
Experience using Yardi is an asset
Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Work effectively in a team environment, with the ability to work independently
Positive and energetic outlook, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
Strong interpersonal skills
Proven organizational skills; able to cope with changing tenant needs and deliver successful results within agreed upon time frames
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail oriented; able to resolve problems using facts and sound reasoning
5th Class Operator's License Required and person liable vehicle required.
Administration and Reporting
Provide updated and accurate vacancy reports to the Property Manager upon request.
Issue and deliver notices such as violation notice, notice to enter, termination notices by approved method.
Review weekly availability reports
Review monthly reports as provided by Property Manager
Ensure compliance with the Residential Tenancies Act in all procedures.
Attend Community events to continue to build strong relationships within the community.
Office Management
Complete administrative support as required, including courier and mail handling
Maintain digital and physical filing systems within office, Yardi, and MS Teams environment
Maintain all resident information in accordance with privacy regulations and legislation
Maintain maintenance of office and kitchen supplies
Answer all incoming phone calls and emails, including resident maintenance requests
Create, maintain and manage Resident contacts, work order closeouts and calendar reservations in the community program.
Team Management
Supervise, coach and train site team at property; ensuring quality and efficiency of work
Develop and motivate site teams by managing performance to expectations and established standards
Responsible and accountable for actions and supervision of the team
Share successes with your team, recognize exemplary performance as it occurs
Maintenance and Building Management
Effectively schedule month end turnover and suite renovations within the properties, and within a pre-determined timeframe.
Enter and receive all purchase orders in Yardi
Actively monitor conditions in suites and common areas
Monitor and ensure proper and full use of Yardi Mobile Maintenance application by Maintenance Technicians
Enter Work Orders in Yardi for all tasks to be completed by maintenance team
Educate residents on availability of resident portal to submit work orders
Conduct annual, periodic and pre-move inspections and co-ordinate required maintenance work as necessary
Co-ordinate reservations of elevators for move-ins and move-outs
Review suites on turnover and determine scope for any work based on established policies and procedures; ensure completed in a timely manner
Co-ordinate appointments and conduct move-in and move-out inspections
Ensure preventative maintenance is scheduled with Maintenance Team and external trades
Assist Maintenance Team with scheduling and supervision of external trades
Provide access as needed for Maintenance Team and external trades as needed
Accounts Receivable
Complete rent collection for all residential and commercial units, striving for zero arrears each month
Record all payments received and provide to corporate deposit desk for entry to Yardi
Deposit all payments to bank using cheque scanners where possible
Educate and encourage residents to use ClickPay payment platform
Monitor aged receivables report weekly for delinquency and collect delinquent rents
Serve all legal documentation pertaining to non-payment of rent, including any Residential Tenancies Act specific documents as per legislative guidelines
Assist in filing any legal actions for non payment of rent through the Residential Tenancies Dispute Resolution Service or other prescribed means
Ensure any and all outstanding debts are sent to collections
Tools & Equipment Used
Computer
General Office Equipment
Cell Phone
Tablet
Physical Requirements / Working Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential fadmunctions.Use of a keyboard
Phone and face-to-face communication
Sitting for extended periods of time
Use of a computer
General office equipment
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hours over and above normal office hours will occur, including evenings, holidays, and some weekends. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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