Associate Director of Asset Management at Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Asset Management, Financial Analysis, Property Management, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Data Synthesis, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Yardi Reporting, Real Estate Finance, Affordable Housing, Community Relationships, Staff Supervision, Renewable Energy, Building Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Location: In person / Hybrid Reports to: Director of Asset Management Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Non-Bargaining Unit (non-union) The Organization Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative believes that all people have a home. We are a leading nonprofit supportive housing organization and a collaborative of individuals and congregations committed to advancing affordable, supportive housing as a foundation for safer communities, stronger families, and a healthier economy. Together, we develop new apartment homes, invest in residents through supportive services, and champion policy solutions that expand access to safe, affordable housing across Minnesota. To date, Beacon has safely housed more than 1,500 individuals in the greater Twin Cities metro, with advocacy and policy work that impacts communities statewide. We believe quality, affordable homes belong in every community. Beacon is seeking individuals who are deeply aligned with our mission, bring strong cultural competency, and are committed to ongoing learning and collaboration as we work to address bias and racial inequities in housing. To learn more about our strategies, programs, and values. Including collaboration, risk-taking, racial equity, and inclusive decision-making. Role Overview Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative seeks an Associate Director of Asset Management. This position has oversight responsibility for Beacon’s affordable housing portfolio and assists in developing strategies and plans to help lead the Asset Management Department within Beacon’s Supportive Housing Division. The Associate Director partners with the Director of Asset Management to ensure Beacon’s portfolio is managed as a network of mission-driven business units and supports the relationship with third party property management, security services, vendors, lenders, limited partners, and community stake holders. The Associate Director partners with the contracted service providers and internal organizational management team to ensure alignment and support. The Associate Director has one direct report, the Associate Asset Manager. This is a full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for health benefits, our retirement plan, and paid time off. The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000. Key Responsibilities: Asset Management Strategy and Integrated Performance Metrics Develop, establish, and oversee an internal systematic knowledge of property operations, capital needs and financial performance to recommend strategy and decisions, including asset workbooks, calendars, and annual plan reviews. Review monthly asset performance, update cash flow assessments and draft KPI executive summaries. Update consolidated cash flow, REO, and KPI summary for review with Beacon Finance and the FORE committee and quarterly reporting to Beacon’s board of directors. Recommend and facilitate initiatives for underperforming assets and operating best practices – occupancy, delinquency, policies, etc. Work with the Director and asset management team to establish whole project Asset Plans for each property, ensuring priorities consistent with Beacon mission and development proforma expectations. Support LIHTC year 15 determinations or disposition planning. Property Financial Performance and Cash Flow Oversee the annual property budget process, including annual rent increases, and recommend for division, finance, CEO and LLC approval. Oversee and track internal and property management compliance reporting. Oversee and track insurance claims, planned capital expenditures, and property tax transactions and recommend for divisional approval. Oversee and track security costs and KPIs to each property’s security plan and recommend for divisional approval. Oversee and track commercial tenant leases, tax updates, expense reconciliation, property maintenance, and lease renewals and recommend for divisional approval. Oversee and track the transactions of Beacon provided support, asset management fees, and reserve transactions and recommend for divisional approval. Recommend year end property waterfall distributions for divisional and limited partner approvals. Apply for asset related grants and ensure funding allocation and compliance. Support shared financial accountability between Beacon Finance, Asset Management and Supportive Housing, collaborating to support Beacon’s mission and long-term sustainability. Provide Asset, Capital, and Physical Building Management Throughout the Property Lifecycle Provide asset management expertise and involvement from application, pre-close, construction, completion and stabilization. Assess new project proposed financial statements to market, industry and internal benchmarks. Support housing development on recapitalization planning and application for property funding. Lead and facilitate the new property transition from development and construction to stabilized operations, including the lease up, financial operations and facility setup. Assess, recommend and implement property quality inspection standards, preventative maintenance programs and tracking, and capital needs assessments. Collect ongoing feedback from property management and service providers about best practices in building design including materials and finishes, landscaping design and materials, HVAC system choices, low-voltage systems, and internet and technology use and placement. Develop and establish best products and practice standards for new developments and building rehabs to support overall design and budget decisions with the development project manager and architect. Lead Beacon’s renewable energy and green operational strategies, including shaping an overall solar energy strategy for existing and new properties. Support Integrated Asset and Service Models to Deliver High-Impact Supportive Housing Support the development, updates, and stakeholder input for each property TSP, three-party MOU, service plan and budget, management agreement, and management and marketing plan. Support effective supportive housing operations policy development and implementation, including occupancy, delinquency, security and law enforcement. Monitor property compliance with all funding and other requirements Support Community Relationships and Safety Across Beacon’s Operating Portfolio Develop and maintain positive relationships with neighborhood associations. Assess and recommend operating improvements to tenant and community safety and security. Work with onsite operating teams to enforce safety and understand neighborhood issues. Staff Supervision Partner with Director to evaluate staff structure, workflows, and role clarity across Asset Management, Property Operations, and Supportive Housing teams. Participate as a member of the management team, contributing to organization strategies and initiatives that advance Beacon’s mission. Support a culture of excellence and accountability. Hire, oversee and evaluate the work of direct reports. Develop authentic and trusting professional and positive relationships with staff. Oversee annual work plans and goals that are meaningfully aligned with division and organization strategy. Ensure that staff receive professional development that is aligned with position success and department/division and organization goals. Facilitate the development of Associate Managers into Asset Managers. Requirements Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with specific concentration in real estate, property management, asset management, urban planning, business administration, finance or a closely related field highly preferred. An asset management certificate combined with 5 years of experience in affordable or supportive housing property and asset management may be considered as equivalent to specified bachelor’s degree. Minimum of 5 -7 years of work experience in affordable or market rate housing, real estate finance, property management or supportive housing. Minimum of 5 - 7 years of work experience in financial analysis including reading and interpreting financial statements and audits, income statements and balance sheets, budgets, and insurance and property tax information. Demonstrated success Acceptable background checks relevant for the position, including Minnesota Department of Human Service (DHS) NetStudy. Access to a reliable vehicle and possessing an acceptable driving record. Ability to work at the Beacon administrative offices or travel to Beacon properties. Preferred / Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge and experience with affordable supportive housing property management or finance Ability to synthesize data from multiple departments into actionable insights Familiarity with low-income housing funding mechanisms essential to the development and operations of affordable housing properties (i.e. tax credit financing, operating subsidy programs, state/local/federal funding sources). Demonstrated problem solving skills in analyzing and recommending alternatives and solutions for affordable housing operating issues Strong collaboration and relationship skills across internal teams and external partners (e.g. service providers, property managers, investors). Knowledge of Yardi reporting Ability to work for long periods of time on a laptop Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Outlook Strong financial aptitude Attention to detail Strong organization and time management skills Beacon strives to be an authentically inclusive organization. As an equal opportunity employer, Beacon does not discriminate against candidates on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. We affirm that all people are valuable and deserve respect, we welcome diverse perspectives and backgrounds, and foster an inclusive and collaborative environment as we work together on our vision that “All people have a home”. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

The Associate Director of Asset Management oversees Beacon’s affordable housing portfolio and develops strategies for the Asset Management Department. They partner with the Director to manage relationships with third-party services and ensure alignment with organizational goals.