Property Manager - North Sioux City - Van Buskirk Companies

Join Our Team at VanBuskirk Companies

Are you a skilled Property Manager looking to grow your career, and be a part of a stable, yet growing company? Look no further! Van Buskirk Companies is currently seeking a dedicated Part-Time Property Manager for our Oscars Mini Storage facility in North Sioux City, SD. Do you thrive in a dynamic work environment where creativity and precision go hand in hand? Our esteemed company is on the hunt for talented team members like you to join our exceptional residential property team.

Who We Are:

Van Buskirk Companies (VBC) is a family-owned company that has continued to live up to its excellent reputation in the Sioux Falls community for over 50 years. Our vision is to “create an extraordinary real estate experience that builds dreams and develops community.” We are a leading full-service real estate and land development company known for our dedication to excellence, superior customer service, and employee growth and development commitment.

Where you see empty land, we see a blank canvas full of potential. Through creative planning and professional relationships, we can methodically prepare the land to build appealing properties for our clients and our community.

Our Core Values:

• Integrity:  We take pride in doing the right thing and build trust with each interaction.
• Teamwork:  We value one another and our customers as partners and commit to shared success through positive communication, collaboration, and action.
• Innovation:  We think creatively to develop unique solutions to complex challenges.
• Excellence:  We continuously learn and grow our capabilities to bring our best work, every day!
• Community:  We are united to make a positive impact and build strong relationships where we work and live.

Job Summary:  As a Part-Time Property Manager for our storage units, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the storage complex operations, including rental activities, resident relations, unit turnover, grounds maintenance, and problem resolution. You will manage the property, and storage units, and ensure compliance with the Fair Housing Act while regularly communicating with the Regional Residential Property Manager and submitting timely reports.

What You'll Do:

• Manage rental activities and maintain high occupancy rates by performing duties such as preparing and showing units, evaluating applications, preparing leases and renewals, facilitating communication between all parties, and coordinating unit turnovers within three weeks.
• Manage revenue and collections by assisting in overseeing property expenses and budget with the Regional Residential Manager, collecting rent, preparing security deposit transmittals, following up on past due payments, negotiating late rents, assessing appropriate and timely fees, and authorizing and coordinating eviction services.
• Ensure resident and customer relations by addressing concerns professionally and promptly, develop and maintain positive resident, property maintenance, and vendor relationships, and provide orientation material for new residents while ensuring after-hours service coverage.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills by consistently maintaining daily data entry of tenant, rental, and property information in a rental software program, running monthly reports, following up accordingly, and ensuring accurate records of leases, move-outs, and openings are current.
• Provide oversight of building and grounds maintenance by identifying and addressing deficiencies in grounds/curb appeal, communicating with Property Maintenance on items needing attention, and ensuring efficient pool operations while addressing issues promptly.

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED; additional certifications are a plus.
• Someone with at least three years of experience in Property Management or a related professional position in the industry. Requires a fundamental understanding of diverse disciplines essential for managing a residential housing facility.
• Exceptional customer service, negotiation, and diplomacy skills.
• Highly motivated, service-oriented, and self-starter with the ability to set and achieve goals.
• Strong leadership skills with superior written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex operational matters.
• Accurately, efficiently, and professionally prioritize and complete multiple tasks on a routine basis.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation with annual increases, allowances, and bonus potential.
• Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account and EAP
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Safe Harbor company match
• Paid Time Off includes PTO, Holidays, Bereavement, FMLA, Flexible Hours and more!
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Join our team and become an integral part of Van Buskirk Companies' success story!