Assistant Property Manager - Jasper (Long Island City) - Domain Cos Management LLC

Salary Range: $80K-$85K Depending on Experience

Who we are:

The Domain Companies is one of the nation’s premiere real estate development and investment firms, focused on making a positive and lasting impact on the communities in which we build. Domain is responsible for a diverse range of mixed-use projects across the country, including multifamily developments; hospitality, retail, and entertainment venues; and shared workspaces.

Our success is a result of our community-focused approach, collective entrepreneurial spirit, and driven team that strives for excellence and innovation. The result is a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and offers growth and advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Property Manager who is passionate about our people, the resident experience, and running a best-in-class property. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent customer service skills, passion for delivering a high-quality product, and creating a positive team member and resident experience. This particular position will be for a community that has not yet opened to the public so lease-up and affordable housing experience is preferred.

We are highly entrepreneurial and look to you to be flexible yet results driven. We have tight deadlines and rely on you to meet them. While we work hard, it’s important we take time to have fun and collaborate. Culture fuels us here at Domain, that’s why we host Company volunteer days, community engagement and volunteer opportunities, and team building events such as Company outings.

What you'll be doing:

• Establish and maintain relationships with team members, residents, vendors, community leaders, financial partners, and city agencies in collaboration with upper management.
• Consistently make a conscious and positive impact on all individuals that you reach as a leader on the Property team and an extension of Domain in the community.
• Identify and seek out opportunities to add value to the property, the resident, and team member experience.
• Support Property Manager in leading and developing up to 5 direct reports. Ensure that they feel supported, aligned, and engaged in their role and connected to the greater team and Company.
• Support the Compliance Department with processing initial certifications, recertifications, and renewals for Mixed Income properties as needed.
• Assist with LIHTC compliance audits with regulatory agencies, investors, and lenders.
• Process rents in accounting software system and address any accounting issues from our residents and clients.
• Support the Property Manager and Leasing team in the completion of recurring administrative tasks. Tasks include but are not limited to upkeep of resident files, accounting, reporting, compliance, risk, vendor management and leasing.
• Management and oversight of on-site staff in Property Manager’s absence.
• Assist Leasing Specialist with marketing and leasing efforts, including planning and participating in resident and community events.
• Assist Property Manager in management and oversight of physical asset.
• Meet with residential and commercial tenants as the need arises.
• Conduct recurring monthly property inspections and annual apartment inspections.
• Maintain an organized filing system and office areas.
• Be proactive about solving problems, even if it’s outside of your area and be ready to take on additional initiates and responsibilities as they emerge.
• Seek out opportunities to be a leader and do everything you can to help the company achieve its larger objectives.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Required:

• A minimum of 2 years of property management experience required.
• Experience leading and developing a team is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. A concentration in business administration or real estate is preferred.
• Experience with LIHTC and HDC as the regulatory agency preferred.
• Technically savvy with the ability to learn our property management software. Yardi Voyager experience preferred.
• Must be experienced in MS Office products such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Customer centric with a warm demeanor, positive attitude, and impeccable follow through.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to plan and prioritize efficiently and motivate/lead team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks with simultaneous deadlines.
• Ability to both give and receive positive as well as constructive feedback
• Strong written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the city; knowledge of the local transportation options to include public and private transportation options.

Physical Demands:

• This position involves regular walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, hearing, and talking.
• May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• May involve close vision, color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and viewing computer monitor for extended periods of time.
• Involves manual dexterity for using keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• May involve moving or lifting items at or under 40 pounds. Lifting belt is required.

Work Hour Requirements:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on company needs.
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

Company Benefits:

• Health and wellness benefits with 4 different plan offerings.
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave Program (up to 8 weeks of 100% pay).
• 401(k) matching program (up to 4%).
• 15 days of paid vacation, 7 sick days, and 11 company holidays annually.
• Competitive compensation with annual bonus potential.
• Fun extracurricular activities and perks.
• 2 Volunteer days and an annual community day where we get to give back, together!
• Professional development opportunities.

This job description is not all inclusive. The Domain Companies reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. The Domain Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.