Area Management Specialist at Northwest Real Estate Capital Corporation

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

36.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Support, Operational Evaluation, Business Plan Implementation, Compliance Monitoring, Staff Training, Lease-Up Management, Site Inspections, File Reviews, Affordable Housing Knowledge, Budget Preparation, Marketing Strategy, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Time Management, Negotiation, Initiative

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Description SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE The Area Management Specialist will work both independently and as part of a team to provide senior-level technical support to properties within an assigned area of oversight that are experiencing operational, lease-up, and compliance challenges. This role is responsible for evaluating property-level concerns, developing and implementing corrective business plans, and monitoring progress to assess effectiveness. The Area Management Specialist supports site-level operations in alignment with Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp. policies, performance expectations, and all applicable federal, state, and local housing regulations. Reporting to the Regional Property Manager, this position may also conduct onsite staff training, lead lease-up efforts, and assist with achieving property-specific operational goals. Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide temporary support or coverage for various onsite or corporate roles, as needed, during transitions or staffing gaps. Collaborate with Regional Property Managers and site teams to resolve operational and compliance issues. Assist in evaluating property-level staff performance and provide input to regional leadership. Manage property lease-ups in accordance with established marketing plans, regulatory guidelines, and partnership agreements. Conduct site inspections and/or file reviews and provide operational recommendations to leadership. Oversee day-to-day site-level operations, provide hands-on staff training as needed, and recommend changes to improve effectiveness. Maintain strong working knowledge of affordable housing programs including HUD, Section 8, LIHTC, Rural Development, and Bond-financed properties. Support the preparation and review of annual operating and capital budgets; monitor property performance. Foster and maintain collaborative internal and external relationships and respond promptly to requests. Develop and implement marketing strategies, including market studies, for properties with occupancy challenges. Perform other related duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics. Proactive, self-motivated and independent with the ability to take initiative. Ability to work in a team-oriented environment. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to EEO and other state and federal laws. Proficient with internet, online software programs, Paylocity (HRIS), and/or Microsoft Office Suite. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None WORK ENVIRONMENT Flexible schedule with hybrid work from office / home arrangement. TRAVEL REQUIRED Up to 75% travel required. Frequent travel across AK, OR, ID, WY, CO, MT, UT, NV. Must be comfortable with airline travel, extended onsite visits, and dynamic scheduling adjustments. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Professional certification in property or affordable housing management is preferred. HCCP, SHCM, TCS, or similar housing designations preferred but not required. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years in housing and/or property management. Must possess working knowledge of applicable local and federal housing laws, including Fair Housing and Landlord-Tenant laws. Preferred qualifications include at least three (3) years of experience as a supervisor or manager of multi-family housing. Previous experience with HUD, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Rural Housing, and Tax-Exempt Bond properties is strongly preferred. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. ADA REQUIREMENTS Physical: Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, etc. Must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods. May be asked to lift up to 25 lbs. Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, watch training videos, and read numbers on a computer screen. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in accepting phone calls, interacting with management, co-workers, and other staff, etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language. Cognitive: Frequently required to concentrate on intense detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend to a task/function for 1 hour or more. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas, several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days. Environmental Conditions: Dust, potential loud noises, glare from computer screens, heat, and air conditioning. Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer, phone, copier, and fax machine. VALUES-BASED BEHAVIORS Listens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and assumptions. Is compassionate for the life circumstances of others. Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly includes employees. Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development. Encourages other employees to work as a team for the benefit of the organization. Comes to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on what was agreed upon; meets agreed upon deadlines. Collaborates with other work groups, and outside organizations as appropriate, in a proactive and responsive manner. Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers and employees. Protects the proprietary information of Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp. Follow rules, regulations, and policies. Positively contributes to implementing changes. Communicates courteously and effectively with others. Sets clear expectations. Reinforces the importance of the core values within the work group and the larger system by acknowledging behaviors that demonstrate or reflect Respect, Trust, and Dignity. Deals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Approach focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person. CULTURE & VALUES At Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp., our values and behaviors live vibrantly guiding how we work, the decisions we make, and the results we achieve. Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (RITA) help us to create trusting relationships with our employees. We value them and their personal goals and aspirations just as much as their work. We hire the most uniquely qualified, dedicated, and energetic employees and we hope you are one of them. We are looking for that intangible quality that exudes integrity and a passion for our culture, mission, and values. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EEO STATEMENT Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp.s objective is to recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Responsibilities

The specialist provides senior-level technical support to properties facing operational, lease-up, and compliance challenges by evaluating concerns and implementing corrective business plans. This role supports site-level operations in alignment with company policies and housing regulations, reporting to the Regional Property Manager.