Senior Leasing Manager at Second Avenue

Second Avenue is the premier platform for enabling institutions to deploy meaningful capital into single-deeded residential assets (SFR) while retaining control and valuable lines of sight into their investments over time. Second Avenues proprietary technology and exclusive relationships have allowed it to bring scale to scattered single-family investment homes, a strategy that was previously untenable as an institutional asset class. The Company provides all aspects of sourcing, acquisition, and property management services for its clients.

We offer a positive culture and professional work environment. Please visit our website for additional background www.secondavenue.com

Job Summary

The Portfolio Leasing Manager is an experienced property management professional with single-family management experience and a proven record of accomplishment regarding essential duties with respect to optimizing performance of the assigned rental portfolio and new acquisitions, renovations, leasing, collections, resident service, expense control, maximizing revenue, information reporting and compliance with applicable statutes and company policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• High volume leasing position requiring strong organizational skills and ability to work evenings and weekends as lead volume requires.
• Price rents on newly acquired properties and on proposed acquisitions during the due diligence period, gauging forward-looking rents using MLS and other web-based resources, as well as solid market awareness of the Pittsburgh area and surrounding boroughs.
• Prequalify prospects, including front-end application review and screening and submission of income and supporting application documents via system and review and execute leases for new and renewing residents.
• Facilitate resident issues, getting their inquiries to the appropriate area of support within the organization.
• Manage local employees and vendors effectively and efficiently.
• Communicate with supervisor and/or property owners regarding the overall function of the rental properties.
• Process resident applications, Execute new and renewal leases.
• Coordinate move-outs; NTV, process closing statements.
• Perform rental property inspections, ensure positive visual appeal of property conditions.
• Inspect buildings and grounds to ensure safety and cleanliness correct deficiencies.
• Deliver positive customer service experience during all interaction with clients, associates, peers, support groups, suppliers, and residents.
• Effectively communicate company goals, initiatives, and programs, to ensure compliance with same.
• Comply with all company standards, applicable health and safety rules and regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Maintain budgeted occupancy levels, budgeted rental rates, and other rental property goals.
• Provide underwriting of proforma rent levels for new acquisitions.
• Assist in oversight of maintenance/turnkey operations.
• Assist in coordinating acquisition and renovation activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MUST have an active real estate license in the state in which you are working.
• Current drivers license and automobile insurance.
• Other licenses and/or certifications as required by state law.
• History of strong closing history on sales/leasing required.
• Ability to navigate different technology platforms; candidate will be comfortable with basic functions of all Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Knowledge of State Landlord Tenant Laws/Statutes. Knowledge of legal notices and processes. Comprehension of federal fair housing laws and any applicable local housing provisions.
• Ability to use a computer proficiently, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and property operating/accounting software. Propertyware experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend financial statements, such as profit and loss statements, general ledgers, budgets, etc.
• Ability to make quick and effective decisions. Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues.
• Ability to negotiate, influence and gain consensus.
• Ability to be flexible and quickly adapt to changing business needs and processes.
• Ability to set, manage and meet goals and deadlines.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain confidentiality

Education and Experience

• Minimum high school graduate required. Associates Degree or higher degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in residential property management with 2 years+ managerial experience.

Job Competencies

• Able to show a proven track record regarding goal achievement, adherence to planned timeframes and urgency of execution of all related tasks and initiatives.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with a wide range of highly experienced peers and principals.
• Experience and knowledge with respect to accounting and management software platforms. Propertyware and related platforms are a desirable plus.
• Successful record of accomplishment with respect to prioritizing multiple initiatives including rapid execution and sends of urgency regarding completion of key tasks within set timeframes.
• Strong work ethic, value system, high level of adaptability and team orientation.

Benefits

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

Second Avenue is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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