Job Description
Job Description
Regional Affordable Housing Property Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Home Base)
Regions Covered: Cincinnati, OH • Dayton, OH • Pittsburgh, PA • Charleston, WV
Portfolio: 5 Affordable Housing Communities (200–400 units each)
Travel: Regular regional travel required
Position Overview
The Regional Affordable Housing Property Manager, based in Pittsburgh, is responsible for providing operational, financial, and compliance oversight for a multi-state portfolio of affordable housing communities. This position leads and supports on-site Property Managers, ensuring each property meets occupancy, maintenance, compliance, and financial performance goals. The ideal candidate thrives in a leadership role, is highly knowledgeable in affordable housing programs, and is comfortable traveling throughout the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee operations for 5 affordable housing properties (200–400 units each) across OH, PA, and WV.
- Serve as the primary point of contact and mentor for on-site Property Managers, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback.
- Ensure full compliance with LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and other affordable housing regulations.
- Monitor occupancy, leasing performance, waitlist management, renewals, and marketing efforts to maintain high census levels.
- Analyze budgets, financial reports, and property KPIs; recommend strategies to optimize NOI and control expenses.
- Conduct regular site visits across the region—from Pittsburgh as the base location—to inspect properties, meet with teams, and resolve operational challenges.
- Oversee maintenance operations, vendor performance, and capital improvement projects to maintain property quality and curb appeal.
- Ensure accurate use of Yardi , RealPage , or similar property management platforms for reporting, leasing, compliance, and financial tracking.
- Manage compliance processes including certifications, recertifications, and audit readiness.
- Promote resident satisfaction through strong customer service initiatives and community engagement.
- Communicate routinely with ownership, corporate leadership, and site teams on performance, risks, and action plans.
- Support hiring, training, and development of on-site staff across all properties.
- Travel frequently to Cincinnati, Dayton, and Charleston from the Pittsburgh base (estimated 50–70%).
Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of multi-site or regional property management experience; affordable housing experience required.
- Strong understanding of LIHTC, HUD, and other affordable housing program rules.
- Experience managing 200+ unit communities.
- Proficiency with Yardi , RealPage , or related platforms.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop cross-state teams.
- Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout OH, PA, and WV.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with capital projects and vendor management.
- Financial acumen for budgeting, forecasting, and expense review.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, geographically diverse environment.
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