Asset Manager

The Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA) works closely with local governments and community partners throughout Clark County to address affordable housing and homelessness, helping families break the cycle of poverty. We provide affordable housing and housing assistance to low-income residents in Clark County.

About the role

This position provides management, direction, and leadership to Property Managers and other assigned staff, ensuring properties are maintained and operated in accordance with VHA objectives and applicable regulatory requirements, including HUD and LIHTC.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize property operations, including maintenance, capital improvements, rent collections, lease administration, budgeting, and marketing.
• Review property financials, budgets, and variance reports; research discrepancies; recommend and implement approved changes.
• Prepare HUD documentation for renewals, rent adjustments, and utility analyses.
• Ensure adherence to HUD, LIHTC, and other regulatory requirements for occupancy, leasing, inspections, and resident selection policies.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and capital plans; evaluate cost efficiency and operational effectiveness across the portfolio.
• Oversee vendor contracts and service agreements; manage HOA/Condo Association relationships, including budgeting and conflict resolution.
• Address escalated resident concerns professionally; promote positive resident relations and satisfaction.
• Conduct site visits; ensure preventative maintenance programs; maintain VHA standards for unit turns, curb appeal, amenities, and safety.
• Ensure accurate data entry and record-keeping for all property-related information.
• Assist with acquisitions, dispositions, and ongoing asset management strategies.
• Provide regular reports and updates to the Director of Property Management.

Requirements

• BA in business, finance, accounting, or related subject plus at least 4 years of related experience in property management or related environment, and a minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in a housing environment. Alternatively, in lieu of education, 7 years of industry-related experience with a minimum of 3 years of experience supervising staff.
• Experience working within HUD, Section 8, low-income housing tax credits, and other affordable housing requirements.
• Working knowledge of Fair Housing Laws so that policies and actions are administered in compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Thorough understanding through experience, education, and certification of all HUD regulations as stated in the HUD 4350.3 with regard to subsidized housing occupancy, management, re-certification, EIV, and MOR and REAC Inspections.
• Ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written forms with a diverse population.
• Certified Property Manager (CPM) preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet VHA auto insurance requirements.

Pay

The full salary range for this position is $90,949 - $131,876 per year. The starting salary is determined by the role's required qualifications and the candidate's relevant experience.

Benefits

• Full-time, exempt position working in-person/in-office.
• Eligibility to enroll in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• 5.58% paid into WA PERS by the employer.
• 12 company-paid holidays.
• Generous paid vacation time, as well as separate sick time accrual.
• Meaningful work that addresses affordable housing and homelessness in the community.