Roving Community Manager (63048)

About the role

Abode Communities is a regional non-profit real estate development and property management firm managing 43+ multifamily residential communities serving over 6,200 low-income residents throughout California. The organization maintains a 98% portfolio-wide occupancy rate and ensures properties remain physically solvent and compliant with regulatory requirements. Property management staff create vibrant, connected spaces that support residents' emotional, physical, and financial well-being.

Responsibilities

• Process tenant applications, including marketing properties, accepting applications, qualifying applicants (credit, criminal background, references, income verification), maintaining waiting lists, showing apartments, and reviewing lease contracts.
• Annually re-certify tenants by the effective date and ensure compliance with Fair Housing Act for leasing, applicants, and waiting lists.
• Prepare for and review audits from regulatory agencies and investors, ensuring all internal and regulatory compliance requirements are met.
• Attend training classes and seminars to maintain required certifications and stay current with property compliance regulations.
• Maintain tenant and unit files in accordance with regulations and complete move-in files for approval.
• Provide documentation for reporting (e.g., Urban Futures Reporting, CDLAC, TCAC) and assist the Community Manager with federal, state, and local audits.
• Inspect units to ensure they are move-in ready according to Abode Communities' policies and procedures.
• Train new staff as needed and conduct preliminary reviews of files before submission to third-party agencies.
• Conduct onsite reviews of properties to ensure adherence to policies, regulatory agreements, waitlists, move-in files, annual recertifications, resident files, and filing systems.
• Ensure rent increase notices are distributed on time.
• Organize, track, and collaborate on new lease-ups, including completing lease/renewal paperwork and explaining lease information to residents.
• Walk apartment units prior to showing and occupancy, and submit daily, weekly, and monthly leasing reports as required.
• Maintain professional communication with residents, applicants, and stakeholders, and report property issues, leasing objections, and potential liabilities to the Regional Manager.
• Prepare and maintain complete resident and general office files, ensuring proper documentation at all times.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Director of Property Operations or designee.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in Affordable Housing with required compliance knowledge.
• College degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• Minimum of one certification desired: National Affordable Housing Professional Certification (TCS, HCCP), Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS), or Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO).
• Strong working knowledge of Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, CTCAC Compliance Manual, HUD Handbook (Section 4350.03), and other applicable guidebooks.
• Ability to work independently while being a team player.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid California Driver’s License and insured vehicle.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick leave benefits.