Assistant Property Manager at Russo Development LLC

Paramus, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Organizational Abilities, Attention To Detail, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Leasing Experience, Supervisory Experience, Yardi Experience, Fair Housing Knowledge, ADA Knowledge, Fair Credit Reporting Act Knowledge

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Description At Russo Development and Russo Property Management, we build more than properties - we build inspiration and purpose. As a privately held, family-owned company with over 50 years of success, our legacy includes more than 6,500 luxury apartment homes, 60+ industrial projects, and a growing data center portfolio across northern New Jersey. Our team is guided by our core CARES values - Character, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service - which shape how we work, lead, and serve. In 2023, Russo Property Management was proud to be named the Top Management Company for Market Rate Apartments by the New Jersey Apartment Association. If you’re passionate about quality, community, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to meet you. We are seeking a customer service-oriented Assistant Property Manager to join our growing team. The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for assisting with the overall day to day management and lease up of the property. Responsibilities include assisting the property manager in overseeing on-site staff and contracted vendors to maintain a first-class appearance of the property. This position assist with coordinating the team members’ daily activities to achieve established budgeted financial and operational goals and ensures that the operation of the property complies with Company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and other laws and regulations governing multi-family housing operations. The candidate chosen for the position will be placed at our luxurious property located in Paramus, NJ. Position Responsibilities: Maintain all accounts receivable at the property. This includes scanning rent checks and processing online payments. Draft and distribute late letters on the 6th of each month (when applicable). Process and submit eviction paperwork to attorneys (when applicable). Coordinate and submit uncollected balances to our 3rd party collection company. Manage write-off process with Property Manager and accounting team. Audit lease files to ensure accuracy. This includes new lease setup and lease charges. Manage the renewal process which includes drafting and distributing renewal offers, finalizing leasing terms with residents, assisting in lease administration and management the renewal workbook. Complete resident (SODA) Statement of Deposit Accounting process through our management system, pursuant to state laws. Assist with the supervision of on-site staff including leasing consultants, maintenance team and vendors (when applicable). Follow established policies and procedures by monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and operational processes related to property operations, and reporting violations or infractions to appropriate individual(s). Assist with the preparation and review monthly financial status reports for management and ownership. Work closely with senior management to recommend rental or amenity concessions based on current market conditions or limitations imposed by units larger/smaller, odd shaped than similar product type within peer group. Work closely with the Property Manager to track and push the marketing plan traffic goals to ensure adequate traffic and closing ratios for both new and existing leases. Coordinate with maintenance team to ensure timely completion of make-ready units to the highest standards of expectations. Responsible for knowing and understanding the market of the property(s)’ similar peer group. Keep informed about new development or redevelopments within the market and can discuss how these will impact the property. Build relationships with local business organizations in an effort to add to our RPM preferred employer program. Coordinate services from vendors, software consultants, and other contractors. Ensure that the appearance and physical aspects of the residential properties meet the owner’s established standards. Provide information and coordinate with affordable housing entities, government officials and lenders as needed. Promote client satisfaction and retention through staff leadership, social media review, communication, and innovative ideas. Coordinate community events to promote resident satisfaction (holiday parties, pool BBQ’s, Sunday football watch parties, and community and prospect focused events). Requirements High School / GED education required. Two years of Leasing experience working in a luxury multifamily apartment community. Two years of supervisory experience preferred Must have strong organizational abilities, customer service skills, and an attention to detail. Ability to work within a team. Microsoft Office Experience. Bilingual a plus. Yardi experience a plus. Must be familiar with Fair Housing, ADA, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and other laws and regulations governing multi-family housing operations. Compensation & Benefits: Compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. Competitive salary Medical coverage Dental coverage Vision coverage 401K Life insurance Paid sick time Paid holiday time Paid vacation time Free access to fitness centers EEO: Russo Development / Russo Property Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. To all recruitment agencies: Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to representatives of Russo Development / Russo Property Management unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with the firm.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Property Manager assists with the day-to-day management and lease-up of the property, overseeing on-site staff and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. Responsibilities include managing accounts receivable, auditing lease files, and coordinating community events to promote resident satisfaction.